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    Analog Magik

    I compared AM V1 test discs with the AP disc for azimuth and the results are very different. Spot on (< 1dB) with AP shows about 6dB difference using the AM disc. Since visually it is also spot on so I'm going with Analogue productions as being correct, but very disappointing to see such big...
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    Analog Magik

    thanks for the quick reply, but I am confused. You said you use the Analogue Productions test record for azimuth... . So you use that test record with the AM software?
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    Analog Magik

    what instrument are using to measure the output for this test.... scope?
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    Can I get close to Koetsu Blue Lace with a less expensive Koetsu?

    I did find this which is encouraging Absolute Sound Rosewood Platinum The Rosewood Signature Platinum reviewed here ($8495) offers a stiffer body composed of lacquered, aged rosewood, plus the rare platinum magnets and silver-plated 6N-copper coils normally reserved for Koetsu’s stone-body...
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    Can I get close to Koetsu Blue Lace with a less expensive Koetsu?

    I have a Koetsu Blue Lace Platinum and love it. I want a cartridge for another set up and hoping to get close to the Blue Lace without spending quite as much $$$. I want to stick with Koetsu so I would appreciate just comments about less expensive Koetsu and how they compare to the Blue Lace...
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    how do you know when a stylus is worn out?

    Forgive me if this is covered elsewhere but I can't find it if it is. This is my Koetsu Blue Lace with probably a few hundred hours on it. I know it won't last forever but it costs several $1000 to have it rebuilt so I don't want to do it before it needs it. at what point is it worn down...
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    EMIA LR Phono Corrector (review)

    completely agree, for movies or listening to things like Abbey Road or Dark Side of the Moon in Atmos surround the Trinnov is phenomenal, using it in the vinyl playback chain not so much. I never got the Allnic to quiet down to my satisfaction so gave up and sold it before I had any chance to...
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    EMIA LR Phono Corrector (review)

    no , the phono system and theater are completely separate except for the L-R speakers. I have relays to switch them from the tube amp for phono to a multichannel SS amp for the theater. my phono chain is pure as I can make it cartridge >> SUT >> Emia LR >> Slagelformer volume >> 6SN7...
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    EMIA LR Phono Corrector (review)

    over the years I've had many but in recent memory, probably not in the correct order, and probably some misspelled Channel D Lino Esoteric E-05 Allnic 5000 Van den Hul Grail SE + Sutherland Loco BMC MCCI Signature ULN and prior to that an Aesthtix IO multi box unit with way too many tubes in...
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    EMIA LR Phono Corrector (review)

    see this thread has gone cold but wanted to add my 2 cents. I got the copper phono and silver SUT feeding a Slagleformer volume control and a 6SN7-300B amp that Jeffrey helped design. Lots of Intact iron. wow adding the phono transformed my system. As with everything I've done dealing with...
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    New Audigon Service Fee

    agreed, trying to complete a complicated transaction via Audiogon chat is extremely frustrating. It is Orwellian that they won't allow you to actually speak with someone about a high $$ deal. And what if it is local and you want to audtion the equipment? They get their fee up front from the...
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    New Audigon Service Fee

    I am going to complete it by giving the seller the agreed upon amount in cash and taking possession of my item. After 100's of sales over the past 20+ years I quit listing on Audiogon a while back when they quit giving you an extra 30 days if your item didn't sell. I don't mind paying 4% to...
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    Analog Magik

    curious... V2 has been out for a while and so little discussion about it... . Is there another thread? Did so few people buy it?
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    New Audigon Service Fee

    Just made an offer that was accepted and they charged me $9.99 without stating that when I made the offer. It really is unbelievable they think it is Ok to hide the fee and expect you to pay it. I'm going to pick up my item and pay the seller cash. Screw their fee. After 20+ years and hundreds...
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    Analog Magik

    It makes no sense to me that it is "normal" for distortion in one channel to be 3 to 4 times higher than the other. Just because the screen says it is "normal" doesn't mean it is right. Maybe it makes sense, but in V1 I can get distortion in both channels to very low levels. Not just the...
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    Analog Magik

    so only a couple of data points but they are consistent i.e.3 users are showing left channel distortion higher than the right. Janbra's report about azimuth differences is also cause for concern... it would be nice if Mr Mak could comment. Again, too few reports to draw definitive...
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    J.R. Boisclair / WAM Engineering Cartridge Analysis Service

    OK, poor choice of words. I should have said something like optimally aligned in the groove. but I will stand by my concerns. Using Analog Magik I can see and hear that EXTREMELY small changes it the geometry of my cartridge result in PROFOUND changes to how it measures and sounds. Like...
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    J.R. Boisclair / WAM Engineering Cartridge Analysis Service

    yes It is a bit of a challenge to use, but the results, at least in my case have been outstanding.... Example: using a SMARTractor to get a starting point for my initial readings, for VTA I was in the 8-10% range. Rotating the cartridge ever so slightly to change the Zenith, I got that to...
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    J.R. Boisclair / WAM Engineering Cartridge Analysis Service

    completely agree. My arm has a reference line etched in it. Rotating the arm less than the width of the line makes a huge difference in azimuth readings. So my point is, you are going to have to do fine tuning by rotating the arm anyway, why bother with correcting for that 1 degree before you...
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    J.R. Boisclair / WAM Engineering Cartridge Analysis Service

    curious which irregularities. If Azimuth is off by 1 degree can't you just rotate the arm tube 1 degree to compensate? If zenith is off by 1 degree can't you just rotate the cartridge to compensate? I'm not going to argue against starting from as close to perfect as you can, but I'm thinking if...
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    Analog Magik

    good point on the dongle, probably don't get a new one with the upgrade I do get <1% on VTF (actually closer to .5% at 7KHz and around 1% at 300Hz) but I can't get azimuth below -18 dB so maybe they are related, It is a ZYX Optimum 1? in a Kuzma 4 point 14 arm. I used to worry about the...
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    Analog Magik

    well? has anybody tried V2? At first glance it looks more convenient, but I don't see where it will give better results, I have been doing zenith with the VTA track and when I get done VTF distortion is around 1% or less so wondering what I get by going to V2? I'm not opposed to spending $250...
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    diamond has come loose in my cantilever, ideas to repair ??

    I sent it to the distributor (Mehran at Sorasound) who sent it on to ZYX. I was told I was lucky that that the stylus was still there or it could not have been repaired. In this case the stylus was reattached to the cantilever and they stood behind it. I was told it is unusual for them to do...
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    diamond has come loose in my cantilever, ideas to repair ??

    In case anybody is still paying attention... the cartridge is back from ZYX , they took care of the issue and it and sounds fantastic.
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    diamond has come loose in my cantilever, ideas to repair ??

    Dino-Lite USB Digital Microscope AM3113 - 0.3MP, 10x - 50x, 230x Optical Magnification, Measurement I got mine from Amazon. There are various models available Fremer has a lengthy article about using it to set the SRA to 92 degrees. I've come to the conclusion that there are so many variables...
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    diamond has come loose in my cantilever, ideas to repair ??

    The over arching "Whatever reason" is we save a tremendous amount of money by buying used over new. In an ideal world I agree with you but 1. there isn't a dealer within 150 miles of my home, for many of us there is no "local hifi shop" 2. the ones that are usually don't have the brands I want...
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    diamond has come loose in my cantilever, ideas to repair ??

    thanks for all of the advice and suggestions. After my initial conversations with the distributor it appeared they were not going to take care of it. Now, all indications are that they will. ZYZ has indicated they will be able to repair it. Not definite until they get it back but looking good...
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    diamond has come loose in my cantilever, ideas to repair ??

    excellent question.. I have never used any liquids, only the ZYX battery powered stylus brush you mentioned and that sparingly BTW I use a timer and the cartridge has a little over 200 hours on it.
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    diamond has come loose in my cantilever, ideas to repair ??

    it never came out, just pushed up as in the middle picture. I was going through an alignment, raising/lowering it onto the record and all of the sudden after I lowered it the arm just skated across the record. When I looked with my USB microscope the reason was obvious, the stylus was no longer...
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    diamond has come loose in my cantilever, ideas to repair ??

    update... I am waiting for a response from both Soundsmith and ZYX. If anybody has a good repair service I would be interested in a recommendation as Soundsmith seems to be in a bit of a COVID disarray at the moment. So to respond to a few replies. I am not overly concerned about slight changes...

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