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Brinkmann TT with an SME arm - any experiences?

I'm looking into purchasing one of Brinkmann's direct-drive TTs (Bardo or Oasis).
I was thinking of matching it with an SME V arm, as I have a cartridge that works perfectly with the V.
I've noticed that it is common to use Brinkmann TTs with their matching tonearms, does anyone have experience with an SME arm on a Brinkmann TT? Will it be a good match?

Thanks!
iaxelrod
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syntax
2,033 posts
 
You can use any Arm you want, there is no matching with a Tonarm necessary :-)
mosin
410 posts
 
Syntax is right, of course. Still, there are combinations to be tried to find a flavor you like. If it wasn't so, everything would sound the same, right? :)
wrm57
629 posts
 
The Oasis is a pretty neutral platform so you can with go your taste in arms. I'm using a Tri-planar right now and it sounds just like a Tri-planar. When my upgraded Phantom returns from Graham, I'll try that; another Oasis user I've talked to really likes the combo. The same user also had a Bardo and found the Oasis to be a little richer-sounding, FWIW.
lewm
6,770 posts
 
If you have a cartridge that works "perfectly" with an SME V, then by all means use an SME V. The tonearm/cartridge match is far more critical than the tonearm/turntable match.
rapogee
242 posts
 
I have the Bardo matched with and SME 4.5. Superb results. I called a while ago and spoke to Helmut and they actually custom cut the arm board to match the SME 4.5 I have.
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