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Brinkmann vs TW Acustic
The cartridge on the TW was Ortofon Cadenza Bronze while on Brinkmann was Lyra Delos. 
Brinkmann vs TW Acustic
I have heard the Bardo, Raven One and Raven AC. The Ravens were on the same system while the Bardo was on a completely different system. Both systems were fairly neutral but still not similar sonically. Raven is warmer than Bardo was my general gu... 
Phono interconnect under $500 used
Do you say that the cable from tonearm to phonostage should be terminated with XLR connectors and the phonostage should be a balanced one ? 
Phono interconnect under $500 used
Thanks for a an elaborate discussion on this subject. I just use the Mogami cable in an RCA-RCA format. Am I using it in a balanced way ? There is no XLR connection anywhere in the chain. 
Best MC step up transformer
For a more reasonable amount, how does the Lundahl LL1943 compare with the likes of the Audio Note, Fidelity Research or Auditorium 23 ? 
Linn Akiva or Lyra Skala ?
I wonder how a Akiva compares to the more popular Helikon ? 
After market Motor + Belt drive for Verdier
Isnt Motor controller like the Walker meant mainly for AC motors which cog ? 
Linn Akiva or Lyra Skala ?
Thanks guys. Leicachamp, I am waiting eagerly to hear from you regarding the Miyabi vs Kleos.Raul, thanks for the valuable input, have you ever tried the Linn tonearm ? How good are they ? 
How good is a Mayware formula 4 tonearm ?
By the way, I am aware that Audio Note internal wiring is superb I dont think it makes sense to spend so much to rewire a $300 tonearm. 
How good is a Mayware formula 4 tonearm ?
Oh, it is quite interesting that this "hardly discussed" tonearm plays that well. I know someone who uses a Mayware with a Miyabi 47 cart and refuses to change the tonearm. Miyabi is no way a high compliance cart, still it just works!! 
Linn Akiva or Lyra Skala ?
Thanks Theo.Kleos is also in my consideration. Can anyone give any comparisons between the Skala and the Kleos ? 
After market Motor + Belt drive for Verdier
Ct, could you try reel tape ? 
Ortofon 309 vs. SME 3012 for SPUs
Dover, you are possibly right, most tube phonostages I have heard uses an SUT inside for the first level of amplification. You possibly mean a full tube amplifier phonostage without any SUT, can you please suggest examples that you think are worth... 
Ortofon 309 vs. SME 3012 for SPUs
Ortofon SUT are very good. Secondly a nice SUT in the chain goes a good distance in making the sound more delicate and unforced. Even the very good phono amps introduce some sort of its own distortion and signature when amplifying a 0.3mv signal. ... 
After market Motor + Belt drive for Verdier
Maril555, yes you are right, it is not braided. It is quite a bit harder than the silk thread but still soft ennough to be used a string. Can you not borrow Mr.Walker's belt to try out ?