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Koetsu compliance compatibility issues

hi guys,

am wondering, what arms are you guys using w/ the koetsu carts.
For example, a black has compliance of 5 only and weight is 9 grams.
If i use an arm of 14 grams, its resonance frequency is 15 hz which is the upper limit of being acceptable.
Nonetheless, would like to hear inputs on real world situations on what arms you guys are using with koetsu & despite of the high resonance frequency on most common arms, how the sound is ?
Thanks for the inputs.
nolitan
hevac1
812 posts
 
I am using a Koetsu Urushi/Graham Phantom on a Basis Debut with no problems at all. It sounds gggggreat.
nolitan OP
865 posts
 
thanks for the inputs Hevac- do you have any issues with tracking, etc on the phanton/koetsu combo ?
Thats good to know.
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syntax
2,193 posts
 
I tried Koetsus with Airline, Triplanar, Phantom, DaVinci and FR-64s. From those I preferred FR-64s (and 66s).
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logenn
91 posts
 
I agree with Syntax. The FR tone arms are the best I have heard with them
in particular their stonebody cartridges.
hevac1
812 posts
 
Nolitan,

I have had not problems between the Koetsu & the B44 or my Lyra for that matter. Tracking is very very good and with the Magneglide it is simple to make adjustments for the left & right groove walls if older records seem a little off. And it is repeatable. VTA is also a snap and repeatable if you want to make changes between 120,140,180 & 200 gram vinyl. This arm has been a joy over the arms I have hade in the past. I will upgrade to the II asap and if cash is available.
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