Kuzma Four Point compared to SME V-12 tonearm

I am getting wonderful performance from my LPS from a VPI 10.5i.

While I cannot attest to the merits of the LP-S, I do have direct experience with the SME V-12, similar SME 312s and most recently, the Kuzma 4 Point. All aforementioned arms are worthy considerations and siting the characteristic differences between the V-12 and 4-Point although apropos may, like in so many similar instances when comparing top contenders, prove subjective in nature. Judging solely by specifications, either tonearm would mate well with your LP-S. While comparing these tonearms here, using the resident VDH Colibri XGM, I immediately noted the SME to have a slightly more upfront demeanor and balanced overall presentation. The Kuzma 4-Point throwing a more dimensional presentation with accurate spatial cues and high resolving capabilities.

David,
Classic 'table you have there.
I've sold and set up several 4Points, with each and every customer thrilled with their purchases. One of them had owned an SME V and a TriPlanar, preferring the latter but feeling he could do better. From the first few bars with the 4Point he was all smiles, saying it did exactly what he hoped for.
I imagine the V-12 is better than the V, being similar but with less tracking error due to the length.
If budget is a concern the Kuzma Stogi S 12 VTA delivers a lot of the 4Point's performance for about half the price.

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