On a practical note; look up what tonearm assembly weight ( actual total weight not effective mass ) the SME 15 suspension can handle. Since they sell a version sans tonearm this should be documented.
Kuzma lists the 4pt9 total mass as 920g
Anyone with experience mating a Kuzma 4Point 9 tonearm to a SME 15 turntable ?
Currently listening by way of an original Avid Volvere/SME IV/Air Tight PC1s.
Have on hand a Zyx Universe III &/or a Benz Micro LPS for the Kuzma/SME combo.
Not sure if this is an upgrade or just a lateral move. Either way objective is to have 2 TTs in system.
Your insights are welcome & thanks in advance.
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I note that the SME arms are around 700g vs the Kuzma 4point9 at 920g. Have you considered getting a Kuzma front end - Kuzma R with 4point9 is less than the SME 15/V. In fact for around the same money as the complete SME 15/V you can get a Kuzma R with the 4Point11. I have compared the SME 20 and Kuzma TT - they are similar in performance, but for me the Kuzma 4Point is a step up from the SME V - more transparency and speed whilst very neutral in balance. |
I have a client that wanted the direct drive STST Motus IIDQ { smart man :)} which I represent however he already had a 4pt14 which is a whopping ~ 2kg. We went with the unsuspended Motus DQ as a result. Sounds fantastic. Anyway that’s why it crossed my mind for you to check compatibility... If you are set on another belt drive I think @dover gave an excellent suggestion. Do want to have ’a different flavor’ with your second table or just ’ better ’ or? |
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