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VPI 3D printed arm mod.

I understand that the 3D arm (which is considered one of the best arms there is), now has a (what is called - very major) upgrade.  I understand there is an additional pivot point on the left side of the arm (so it's now a kind of hybrid - not a uni-pivot arm any more.)  I was told that middle road cartridges sound like an Atlas (hyperbole?) with the new mod.  I understand all 3D's can be modified to the new design for 100 dollars.....wow.
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don_c55
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Fremer’s mini review notes "no audible improvement", just a "psychological" feeling of more stability, before playing in the groove.

What about increased friction screwing with anti-skate?

Nothing of significance here IMO!

don_c55
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VPI should just add pivot damping back, to the 3D arm, like their older JMW arms, which had no stability problems.
don_c55
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Proper adjustable pivot damping has always given me an "across the board" sonic improvement with every cartridge!

It is a must have adjustment IMO!
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