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| Comparison of sonic qualities of some tonearms @lewm While, theoretically, you are correct about comparing tonearms (or anything, for that matter, as no one is even the same moment to moment); realistically, assuming that you have a cartridge that doesn't resonate poorly with the tonearm, ke... | |
| Comparison of sonic qualities of some tonearms @mijostyn Yes, I would agree, that, all else being equal, a LT tonearm should best a pivoted tonearm; however, there are all sorts of other variables in the equation, such as materials, bearings, etc. Thanks. | |
| Comparison of sonic qualities of some tonearms @terry9 Interesting statements about natural fibers and tonearm composition. Do you have listening experience comparing various natural fibers (by which I assume you mean wood?) with carbon fiber or magnesium or other element on a similar base?... | |
| Comparison of sonic qualities of some tonearms @mijostyn While at recognize that the linear tracking tonearms would theoretically offer a better soundstage, experience can occasionally defy theory…which is why I won’t dismiss others’ experiences, even though it may defy logic and theory, esp... | |
| Comparison of sonic qualities of some tonearms Dear @rauliruegas To address your points: I presently have at least 5 MC cartridges. I enjoy each of them, and each has its own strengths and weaknesses, and I do have a favorite, but that’s for another thread. The SAT and Safir seem to have t... | |
| Comparison of sonic qualities of some tonearms @rauliruegas I really enjoy testing and comparing different equipment. It is an expensive hobby, but yields intellectual satisfaction of what sound can sound like. I would be interested in testing and comparing many tonearms; however, the main d... | |
| Comparison of sonic qualities of some tonearms @lewm How does the Viv compare to the Reed and the Tri-planar? Have you been able to play those on the same TT with the same cartridge enough to formulate an opinion? | |
| Comparison of sonic qualities of some tonearms It seems like much of the conversation has moved towards the technical aspect of tonearms, as opposed to experiential comparison, which I suppose very few have. However, if we discuss the technical components of tonearms, does the supposed sonic s... | |
| Comparison of sonic qualities of some tonearms @alan60 @tomic601 can you compare your Viv Labs / Porter tonearms to others that you have played that might be more common? What does it do better, and what does it do worse? What do you attribute its strengths and weaknesses to? (It’s not that... | |
| Comparison of sonic qualities of some tonearms @rauliruegas Your statements presume complete knowledge of a subject. I suppose it could be analogous to someone who has driven a Toyota, Lexus, Nissan, Infiniti, Honda, Acura, Ford, Dodge, and Chevrolet commenting how all cars are pretty much t... | |
| Comparison of sonic qualities of some tonearms @mijostyn You state that between tonearms “The difference in sound quality is so slight as to be made meaningless and subject to psychological overlay.” If that were the case, then why would there be so many different types, manufacturers, and g... | |
| Comparison of sonic qualities of some tonearms @tablejockey Yes, that’s why I figure that there is no thread comparing tonearms, as probably only audio dealers have a valid experience with proper comparison of tonearms. Comparing cartridges is a breeze compared to comparing tonearms. | |
| Comparison of sonic qualities of some tonearms @mijostyn Thanks for your comment, but wouldn't you agree that your tonearm theory is the same for all components? Turntables, cartridges, phono stages, pre-amplifiers, amplifiers, and speakers should "not have any sound of it's own. It will li... | |
| Comparison of sonic qualities of some tonearms @lewm If not many people change out tonearms for use with the same cartridge, then you would be correct, and that may account for the lack of response in this thread: no one, or very few, has this experience with tonearms…but perhaps some do, an... | |
| What was the first power cable that you noticed a difference in the sound? As usual, @atmasphere has the most informative, scientifically based posts and explanations with respect to electronics and audio equipment. |