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Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Dear Nandric, I was aware that the Stanton 891 was calibrated and the 890 was not. Like Don, I was not aware in the differences in specs. between the two. If I had I would not have answered your question and "fooled" you into thinking I wanted you... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Dear Nikola, I am fine as is, but thanks for the offer. The Santon 980/981 is great. When I was told it was better than than the 881s I knew I would like it, but never dreamed it was this much better. I hope you enjoy your new find. Let us know wh... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
It seems I should have used a smiley face. I live in Texas and I was kidding you about sending your better specced cartridge to me for a listen. The 980 HZS has a generic sheet of specs,As I gave them to you. It is not individually calibrated.Sorr... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
I think there is probably something wrong with your cartridge. You better send it to Texas to be checked out.The 980 is uncalibrated. Also the output is .8 mv/cm/sec. I did not have to turn the volume up to get proper sound. Let us know how it com... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Dear Nikola, The 980 hzs shows:Tracking : 3/4 to 1.5gramschannel sep :35 dbD.C. Resistance : 850 ohmsInductance : 450 mhCompliance : ?Output : 0.8mv 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Dear Grbluen2, your thoughts on the progression are correct. If those 1ea and 3ea were to go to auction they would get far less than what their owners are asking. I am going to point you back to page 69 of this thread, where Professor Timeltel doe... 
Tube Pre-Amp Recommendation
It is rare for a craftman to also be a good businessman. Most craftsmen will be interested in getting the product right and not answering the phone/ emails and setting up a good website. Some will partner with a marketing person, but others are fi... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Griffithds, have you tried the TL4s cartridge with it's own stylus? 
Remastered White Album on vinyl
I just used my regular cartridge and phono amp, but some people swear by a special mono cartridge. THEY will need to answer as to what they hear.The remastered mono versions are supposed to come out next year, so they can make more money. It may b... 
Remastered White Album on vinyl
All my responses are regarding the Rubber Soul question you asked. Not White Album. Sorry! 
Remastered White Album on vinyl
One thing I forgot to mention, on the American RS mono you lose Drive my Car and Nowhere man. 
Remastered White Album on vinyl
Tbromgard, The stereo separation is very hard left and right with the center stage in most songs empty. It comes directly from the speakers. Very strange. It does show more detail than the mono version I have picked up for comparison, but that jus... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Lewm, Check williamthakker.eu.I currently do not own an MC phono stage. I have been going back and forth on upgrading my Preamp or getting a phono amp or stepup. 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
You guys are killing me. I love the Stanton 881, so the 980 hzs on Thakker would be great, or do I get the NOS Shure ml140he?Or do I tell my daughter at college to get a job and buy both? 
Glanz moving magnet cartridges
Dgob, how should we instruct Axel to change the Acutex 420?