I've moved from the vintage AT150 to the MC AT Art9. I hear more instruments clearly and proper separation. My age and hearing isn't what it was so that could be suspect. However, I do know what to expect from my vinyl music library. To be honest, the ART9 is quieter, perhaps forgiving on older vinyl. All in all, I'm happy with the current set up but I always thought there is some improvements to be made on this TT, in an effort to make the highs pop crystal clear. It already delivers a dynamic stage but there seems to be a very thin veil that needs to be peeled away.
Upgrading Technics 1200 Tonearm under $1000
My analogue setup:
I upgraded the Technics with the obligatory fluid dampening technology - a must for anyone listening at higher volumes. Wires are upgraded to the cardas all purchased from KAB! I also stripped the tired silver paint and painted the plinth a pearl white. The tonearm is the only piece left to update! I'm struggling with the amount of choices out there that is easy to set up. I looked at the Rega RB330 as a possible candidate but I'm open to other suggestions.
- AT9 cartridge
- Herron vtph-2a stage
- Bryston 4b3 amp
- Bryston Model T Sig speakers
- Moon Neo 350P pre
- Technics 1200mkII
I upgraded the Technics with the obligatory fluid dampening technology - a must for anyone listening at higher volumes. Wires are upgraded to the cardas all purchased from KAB! I also stripped the tired silver paint and painted the plinth a pearl white. The tonearm is the only piece left to update! I'm struggling with the amount of choices out there that is easy to set up. I looked at the Rega RB330 as a possible candidate but I'm open to other suggestions.