dconsmack

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Cartridge Loading and Compliance Laws
What about this:http://shop.mapleshadestore.com/Tonearm-Resonance-Control-Kit/products/228/I have a Lyra Delos cart (Approx. 12 x 10 cm/dyne at 100Hz; 7.3g) on a Pro-Ject 9cc arm (8.5g effective mass). For the most part it tracks well, but I occas... 
Lyra SPT and poor eyesight
I hate their microscopic brush. So, I just use LAST stylus cleaner and a generic dry brush (that came with my Delos!) after every side. I've been doing this for a year without any problems. 
Azimuth and the Fozgometer
I used Mac The Scope software before I used the Fozgometer. The results were identical. However, the Fozgometer appears to use a filter because the needle read out is very steady. It's also extremely sensitive to the slightest azimuth adjustment (... 
Lyra Helikon upgrade
I love Lyra carts for their tone and build quality. I have a Delos and have used a Dorian. I can't imagine ever buying another brand - and I've tried many. 
Azimuth and the Fozgometer
I have the Fozgometer. It's a great tool and I recommend it. It seems like this tool still just isn't enough for some, because of the tone used to test at etc. But, put it in perspective: EVERY adjustment on a turntable is an approximation. Alignm... 
Anyone using a Lyra Delos yet?
I use a Pro-Ject 9cc (9" carbon fiber) on a Pro-Ject RM 9.1 'table. I set it up with the Mint LP Best Tractor. Anti-skate is set in the middle of 3 settings. It wouldn't even track the tracking tests on side 2 without getting distortion in the rig... 
Anyone using a Lyra Delos yet?
The build quality is beautiful and the sound is rich and full. The other carts I've used were all a bit thin sounding compared to the Delos (Dorian, Sumiko Blackbird, Sumiko Blue Point No. 2, Audio Technica ATOC9ML/II, and Ortofon 2M Black). It's ...