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Assistance Identifying an Ikeda Cartridge
Also, "kiwami" is the kanji on the side.  9 Rex doesn't have any meaning, so maybe only the model number. 
Assistance Identifying an Ikeda Cartridge
@neonknight you can see one for sale here but even the Japanese dealer says it is extremely rare and information is limited.  You might want to email Ikeda directly for more info.Put into Google translate:https://audiosound.co.jp/products/4e483-17/ 
Assistance Identifying an Ikeda Cartridge
@neonknight the kanji can mean a couple things like “extreme” or “top”.  
Assistance Identifying an Ikeda Cartridge
Post a picture of the kanji and I can tell you what it says.  
Linear tracking turntables, whatever happened?
Agree with @jtsnead. I started using a Thales Simplicity II a few weeks ago. 
At what price point do I run into diminishing returns on an MC Cartridge?
I would say the $2k range. I would also say cartridges in the $2k range are capable of far greater performance than imaginable with the right gear. Spend your $ on non-wear items.  
Need advice on new TT
TechDAS Air Force V.  
Question on phono input noise levels
“At a nice satisfying volume I can hear the exact same sound you describe- from the door 20 feet away. Easily“That is not normal at all.  
Degritter brand ultrasonic record cleaner
Albert Porter is/was a KL user and now he’s selling Degritter. Would be interesting to get his thoughts.  
Has anyone gotten a good discount from dealer on new technics turntables?
Try Sunny Audio Video in Covina, CA. 
Graham Phantom B-44 shipping question
Try and ask Graham directly.grahmeng@grahmeng.cnc.net 
Graham Phantom B-44 shipping question
Did you try this site?  Look at the bottom.http://www.turntablebasics.com/silicone.html 
Degritter brand ultrasonic record cleaner
Example showing the latest firmware update that was posted yesterday. The machine is constantly evolving. 30/10/2019 Change log – New user interface designUser interface of the machine was changed to incorporate larger fonts with better readabilit... 
Degritter brand ultrasonic record cleaner
audiotomb - I've had both.  The Degritter has 3 major advantages.  Filter, removable water tank, and the entire system is controlled by firmware which the user can easily update.  I've found the Degritter to clean better and is much easier to use/... 
Graham Phantom Supreme 12" - heavier counterweight needed ?!
grahmeng@grahmeng.cnc.netI would call if possible.  It can be difficult getting in touch with him via email.  It can take weeks for a response or it will get lost.