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Schroder sq and the new talea

I heard there was to be a fun time of learning and comparing of these two arms at the rmaf. Since the talea is relatively new, it still has to stand the test of time with comparisons on other tables, other systems and the selective and subjective tastes of discerning audiophiles! There is to be a comparison in one of the rooms at the rmaf this year, which i wasnt able to make. I would be curious to hear some judicial, diplomatic, friendly talk about how they compared to each other in the same system and room. I currently own the origin live silver mk3 with a jan allaerts mc1bmk2 and am enjoying this combo but have become curious about the more popular "superarms" Hats off to both frank and joel.

I hope this thread draws more light rather than heat. If someone preferred one arm over the other it would be OK. With all the variables it doesnt mean that much to me. What matters to me is what it sounds like to me and in my room. With that said...

What was your bias? was it for the schroder or the talea?

cheers!...
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jtinn
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Dgad: My comment of, "It is my understanding that it was the other way around. I heard Frank approached Joel." was in reference to your statement of:

"I have no idea about the Talea, but if I was marketing an arm, I would definitely go after Schroder's market to get my arm accepted. The only one with something to lose is the one on top."

HOpe that clears it up.
dgad
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Dan_ed,

Your confidence amuses me. That is what I love about Audiogon. There is always something new blowing away the lastest and greatest w. the same old technology. What is even more amusing is how many of the same jump on board. I have already been down that road and seen that road repaved several times on this forum by the same dealers with a new song.
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dmailer
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I did not need to attend the shootout as I have owned the Schroeder reference for 5 years ( it is a great tonearm) and have recently switched to the Talea. I agree with Dan that it only took a few minutes in my own system to hear the improvements. They were not subtle. The Talea also provides added convenience of much easier adjustability.
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audioblazer
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I couldn't agreed with you more. Any opinions from dealers should be taken with a pinch of salt and I doubt dealers can be fair in their assessment of their competitors products compare to the products they represent
dan_ed
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I completely agree. The opinions I offer don't mean squat.
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