The cartridge will be riding low - too close to the record if indeed the suspension were collapsed. What arm are you using and how did you come to the assumption that it isn't free to move enough? If the cartridge looks ok when playing a record, I would look at your electronics first.
Zyx Universe. O.24 mv vs .48 mv with low eff spkrs
I have a dilema
My Zyx Universe .24mv cartridge appears to be loosing its suspension characteristics. I believe an arm bearing not moving freely put too much wear on it.
I have 84 db speakers and have to crank at pretty high levels to get my volume up far enough to resolve things.
I know a .24 mv is going to have slightly more resolution and speed but woud I be better going with the .48 and having less stress on the amplification and higher output volumes?
My Zyx Universe .24mv cartridge appears to be loosing its suspension characteristics. I believe an arm bearing not moving freely put too much wear on it.
I have 84 db speakers and have to crank at pretty high levels to get my volume up far enough to resolve things.
I know a .24 mv is going to have slightly more resolution and speed but woud I be better going with the .48 and having less stress on the amplification and higher output volumes?