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I have never heard an SP10.  If an earlier sp10 is as good or better than the 1200g, Thats pretty good 
Good Direct Drives
invictus005 1200G tonearm is very good, but it's not amazing. Far from it.Ok, let me clarify... That Technics can put the 1200G and that arm together for 4000.00 is amazing.  The Luxman is beautiful no doubt 
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Contrary to what some say, the arm on the 1200G is amazing. 
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It is a great table.  Absolutely amazing value.  I cannot believe that  Technics can do this.  I heard the arm on the 1210GR and they definitely have a lot of what is going on in the 1200G arm on the GR table.  Quite incredible 
Lyra Delos A truth teller or what?
I am also noticing that the Delos likes silver wiring.  I installed some silver headshell wire and it has made a difference for the better.  To these ears at least 
Lyra Delos A truth teller or what?
I am using JPS Labd Superconductor from amp to preamp, silver wiring from turntable to preamp to phono preamp and Cardas golden reference from amp to merlins as advised by the late Bobby Palkovic. 
Lyra Delos A truth teller or what?
The only thing I changed were the screws.  I put the longer ones in.  I do not thing it was that.  I just think it is still running in.  It sounds fabulous to say the least. 
Lyra Delos A truth teller or what?
Pass Labs Xono. loading at 250 ohms.  100 sounds fine as well. 
TT mats
The Boston Audio Design mats are decent. 
Lyra Delos A truth teller or what?
Okay, I might have been a little over excited.  It is definitely ONE of the best cartridges I have ever heard.   
Lyra Delos A truth teller or what?
Oh My gosh.  Something just happened.  This is quite amazing.  Now everything sounds amazing.  The lower mids just filled in appropriately.  Just like that.  By far the best cartridge I have ever heard. 
Lyra Delos A truth teller or what?
When I listen to the Lyra, it makes me think that many recent recordings, and recent reissues(not all) are purposely remastered somewhat hot knowing that most cartridges are in fact rolled off.  I personally have not heard many cartridges with thi... 
MC phono cartridge lifespan (when not using)
The glider does a lot of things right. Are they the end all be all, no, but there are not many of those. 
Lyra Delos A truth teller or what?
How does the Art 9 do with classical? 
MC phono cartridge lifespan (when not using)
The glider is a great cartridge.  Give it a try!