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Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
I own both the 981 LZS and the HZS. Much to Raul's surprise, I preferred the LZS. There was some discussion way back in this thread somewhere. I wish I could say 'why' but I can not. David, I find your comments in this regard, quite interesting be... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Does anyone know if Satin was the manufacture of some of the Sony cartridges. Perhaps it is the other way around. Sony manufactured for Satin?Curious minds want to know! (grin)Regards, 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
DialoumQuote: "Still if even the prosaic MC1 can achieve 65um - why would one accept a cartridge that barely makes 50um?"I don't know of anyone who is using a cartridge that barely makes this 50um? It has been agreed that to track today's vinyl pr... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Fleib,I have a SDS in use on my VPI turntable. Used as a speed control. What purpose would it serve with a Shure V15? (grin)Regards, 
Lyra Delos vs EMT TSD 15
Pani,I think it is because it is an AT. Nothing wrong with AT. I own many of them from the 150 ANV to the ML180 ooc and many in between. They have produced so many excellent cartridges that it is no longer one of the latest and greatest providers.... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
David,Have you been able to determine in your research, what the bodies on the Z1's are made of? I ask because what slight differences I am hearing between the Z1 and X1 resembles to me to be of the resonance kind. A very slight,perhaps some type ... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Hi David, Nikola (Nandric), is quite fluent in German. Perhaps you could send a copy of it to him for translation. I also would like to hear what is said.You make a very good point about being able to hand pick the best of the bunch by buying mult... 
Any advice on a turntable mat.
Mofimadness,+1 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
What you say David it exactly what I have discovered. While waiting for the Z1-S to arrive from my comrade Nikola (Nandric), I saw a listing on the Japanese Auction site (Jauce), which contained 3 of the Z1-s. All without stylus's. I considered bi... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
To All,I have spent the day with the Z1-S with the SAS stylus. The suspension definitely was alittle stiff! I had my doubts at first listen but after several hours, I am once again stunned!. The SAS is $133. The Z1-S can be found often for cheap. ... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Acman3,Good of you to post the XLM info. Hell of a cartridge. 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Hi David, First I want to say your hopes of having the body for your X1 is more than just hope. You will have one coming to your door soon. But first I need to use it for some comparison tests. This will only take a few days. Last night, I receive... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Banquo 363,I just removed my stylus from the JVC to again verify this screw. It is as I described. I do not think I will be removing this again. It does not come out as easy as I would like. I could also damage one the next time around. Thanks for... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Banquo 363,I have the X1 body. Nandric has the X1MKII body which I believe should be the same as your picture.Do not worry about your statements . I have no problem with differing opinions as long as we remain civil.(grin) This cartridge has very ... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Fleib,I have transplanted both the LP Gears (Jico) Shibata, and the LP Gears Vivid Line into either the Virtuoso or the Maestro. I prefer the Jico. Just my 2 cents!Regards,