You are rigth about and I did not think you have an issue with my posts.
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Cartridge Loading- Low output M/C
Ok. Cardas responded that their Clear 4x24 is 16 pF/ft giving me 52.5 pF from the arm base to the PII. That most closely aligns with J. Carr’s first example at 32 pF. (Thanks @almarg , http://www.whatsbestforum.com/showthread.php?15077-Cartridge-Loading-A-Misnomer&p=258578&vie...) That would suggest that an optimal load would be between 267 and 464 Ohms....EXCEPT for his footnote "However, the heavier the load on the cartridge, the worse the dynamics and resolution. After further listening comparisons I am back at 475. I suppose I should just go back to listening for enjoyment rather than critically; because to tell the truth, I might feel that 1,000 Ohms is best tomorrow. I think my ears have been through too many years and front row concert seats to split hairs this fine. Looking at Mr. Carr’s results, 660 Ohms is probably the best compromise for his Kleos. But what the hell. I don't have a Kleos and in reading the above referenced thread further, audiophiles with much more experience and knowledge than me (not to mention better hearing and listening skills) don’t agree. I Have 2 new MoFi LPs coming in the mail. I Think I’ll just relax with them. |