Tonearm Matching


I recently purchased an SME 20/2 turntable.  It’s about 15 years old but in good shape and the price was right.  I also got a Dynavector  XV 1s cartridge.  It was rather beat up but I sent it to the Needle Dr who rebuilt it ... looks like new.  What I don’t have is a Tonearm.  The phono stage I plan to use is the PS Audio Stellar (neck and neck with a Gold Note).  My music taste is eclectic ... rock to jazz to opera. Looking for suggestions on a good Tonearm.  I was keen on the Kuzma 4 Point in 9” or 11” (suggestions on best length appreciated).  I am aware that not all cartridges match with all tonearms.  The Dynavector is a low to moderat compliance cartridge at 10mm/N and 12.6 grams.   Would the Kuzma be a good match?  Are there other tonearms I should look at?  Thanks, I am new to all this and appreciate the help.
chilli42

Showing 2 responses by lalitk

@chilli42,

SME V is no longer available *new* for individual sale. You would have to ‘score’ V as used. Keep an eye on used market.
I would recommend a used SME V tonearm, that would not only be a perfect match it will also be easier to setup without any additional hardware. If you can’t get one in good condition then my 2nd best recommendation would be Origin Live’s Conqueror Mk4 Tonearm.

https://www.originlive.com/hi-fi/tonearm/award-winning-tonearm-conqueror/

I found one of your threads related to tonearm :-)

https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/looking-for-tonearm-inspiration?page=3