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Should I consider a cartridge upgrade?
Ha! Thanks bobvinyl. As luck would have it, my wife is a psychologist, and she already tells me I'm crazy on a regular basis. I have come to accept  my diagnosis. :)  in all seriousness, though, I know I don't have a problem with the set up. Just ... 
Plinius 8200 MkII -- best integrated ss amp?
Try to listen to a MF NuVista 800 (hybrid). It is sublime. Will drive any speaker, built like a tank, and sounds fabulous. 
Should I consider a cartridge upgrade?
If anyone has performed the procedure to replace a JMW9 arm with the 10.5 inch 3D arm, please let me know. I'd like to learn more about it, and it's very difficult  to get info from VPI, as I've called there numerous times. I have not found any in... 
Should I consider a cartridge upgrade?
Thanks for your further comments onhwy61. Your points are well taken. I forgot to note my record cleaning machine: Clearaudio Smart Matrix Professional.  I am indeed quite satisfied with what I have. I would almost certainly have just bought anoth... 
Should I consider a cartridge upgrade?
Cute, thanks Ebm. 
Should I consider a cartridge upgrade?
Thanks Stringreen. I guess I am wary of having to modify my table to fit that arm. I wish there were a 9" one that I could just drop in place. Are there photos or videos of what the substitution would look like? If I felt comfortable that it would... 
Should I consider a cartridge upgrade?
Thanks brf. 
Should I consider a cartridge upgrade?
Thanks onhwy61,i appreciate your comment. Over the years, I have been conservative as far as changing my system. It was static for 12 years before I started to refresh it about 2 years ago. I do not change or swap gear often. I see no reason to sp... 
Should I consider a cartridge upgrade?
Could you tell me more about your experience with the 3D arm please? Thanks! 
Should I consider a cartridge upgrade?
Hi brf,thanks a lot. I do have the SDS--sorry I didnt list that up front, just in my system list. I do think  it was a worthwhile upgrade.I had though initially that I would go for the 3D arm when it came out. However, numerous people have steered... 
Should I consider a cartridge upgrade?
Thanks John. My turntable is a scoutmaster, with significant modifications primarily in terms of vibration isolation. I have aftermarket footers as well as an aftermarket platform for the turntable itself and a separate smaller one for the motor. ... 
Should I consider a cartridge upgrade?
Thanks for your suggestions guys. I don't know much about the Walker speed controller. I have read some good things about it though. The sound of the cartridge is indeed very lifelike and convincing. It is very musical. I have not thought much abo... 
Should I consider a cartridge upgrade?
Thanks tablejockey. Are you suggesting not to bother with the cartridge? 
Should I consider a cartridge upgrade?
Thanks Stringreen. As I understand it, the 3D arm is not easily substituted for the JMW9 on a Scoutmaster. Various other knowledgeable people have warned me off the 3D, although I have read your favorable comments regarding it. I'm not sure I want... 
Should I consider a cartridge upgrade?
Zavato, I hear you. I just can't help wondering if I could squeeze even a bit more awesomeness out of it...:)