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Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
The Supex SM-100 eliptical gives the grace 9E a run for it's money. 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Finally, a brand new factory elliptical stylus for my Supex SM Moving Magnet!!!! Yes Supex MM. The Master Sugano strayed from the path on this one. More later. 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Yes, I see now, it is the Gyger II that I seek. ~Lewm~"Diamond encrusted titanium cantilever." Hee, hee. 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Say it real slowly. "Diamond encrusted titanium cantilever." Oh boy. I just love the way it rolls off of my lips. Thanks again Fleib 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Fleib, Cantilever MIA. DTi = Diamond Titanium with a Van den Hul 1 stylus. This could be tricky to bring back to specs and I realize may never be the same. However, may be well worth the re-tip. Titanium intriques me. 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Fleib, thanks for taking the bull by the horns and resuscitating the thread. Any goners recommendations on re-tipping a Sumiko DT-1 level A HOMC would be appreciated. 
Looking for Opinions on a Modded CJ PV-11 Pre
Interesting list of modifications. Caveat Emptor. This unit could sound very upscale and better than stock as intended. However, IMHO the extensive mods like these require a listen before purchase. Perhaps the seller would allow you to listen befo... 
The Death of Tubes?
Yes, Lewm to the contrary, thanks to old world places like the former USSR, Yugoslavia, China etc..new tubes are being born every day:https://www.google.com/search?q=tungsol+kt+150&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=S4e8UralJM7... 
Buying A Cartridge Direct From Japan
Really........Schubert "For any American kettle to call any others countries pot black is the very acme of hubris." Hubris I like that. Hubris: In ancient Greek, hubris referred to actions that shamed and humiliated the victim for the pleasure or ... 
Buying A Cartridge Direct From Japan
On the other hand...lest we quickly forget. ... I refuse to do business with Japan or purchase any Japanese products as part of a personal boycott. I already have a glow in the dark t-shirt and I don't want a glow in the dark cartridge, esp. from ... 
Why is it that?
"When did AI come out with the 4A? I see no mention of it on their site." Here's my second moderated response. Another reason I'm spending more time on other forums. Contact AI for the build specs and details. 
Why is it that?
An interesting yet stimulating conundrum, indeed. " My preamp is an Audible Illusions Modulus 3B (their latest and greatest)" Contact AI directly. Ditch the 3b for the 4a or upgrade your backup AI3a to the AI4a (minus the JC board) then implement ... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Yes, Raul this certainly does smack of Bolshevism, viva the road to revolution! 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Alas, Dover you have not heard a Frankened BPS, nor a Blackbird. 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Dark Side Vernacular:Frankencartridge: A cartridge that has received a stylus/cantilever transplant from either a “dead” cartridge or preferably a new stylus/cantilever candidate. Pronounced Fron-ken-cah-tredge – Gene Wilder. (2) An attempt to rea...