Chakster, thanks for those images they are very interesting.
I am guessing from those photos and the differences you have personally heard between 150 and 170, it all comes down to the mass and rigidity of the cantilever.
I think it is this single factor that sets the two apart. Especially since the diamond profile and size are the same.
I therefore agree with everyones comments that the only way to improve would be to have a short boron tube cantilever installed with a microline type stylus.
Interestingly enough I have had a verbal quote from Van Den Hul who can provide new boron pipe cantilever with VDH natural diamond and rebuild the suspension, all for US$750 incl. shipping and insurance.
I may give it some consideration, however I feel very happy with the current set up especially since it is a brand new stylus.
I am guessing from those photos and the differences you have personally heard between 150 and 170, it all comes down to the mass and rigidity of the cantilever.
I think it is this single factor that sets the two apart. Especially since the diamond profile and size are the same.
I therefore agree with everyones comments that the only way to improve would be to have a short boron tube cantilever installed with a microline type stylus.
Interestingly enough I have had a verbal quote from Van Den Hul who can provide new boron pipe cantilever with VDH natural diamond and rebuild the suspension, all for US$750 incl. shipping and insurance.
I may give it some consideration, however I feel very happy with the current set up especially since it is a brand new stylus.