The difference I noticed comparing compressors is not night & day. It is however noticeable to me and I think a seasoned listener would notice. (This is a testament to how effective my Motorguard filter is) A lot of baby steps... in the end result in a more enjoyable, meaningful listening experience
Eminent Technology ET-2 Tonearm Owners
Where are you? What mods have you done ?
I have been using these ET2's for over 9 years now.
I am still figuring them out and learning from them. They can be modified in so many ways. Bruce Thigpen laid down the GENIUS behind this tonearm over 20 years ago. Some of you have owned them for over 20 years !
Tell us your secrets.
New owners – what questions do you have ?
We may even be able to coax Bruce to post here. :^)
There are so many modifications that can be done.
Dressing of the wire with this arm is critical to get optimum sonics along with proper counterweight setup.
Let me start it off.
Please tell us what you have found to be the best wire for the ET-2 tonearm ? One that is pliable/doesn’t crink or curl. Whats the best way of dressing it so it doesn’t impact the arm. Through the spindle - Over the manifold - Below manifold ? What have you come up with ?
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Aguser, You will really do yourself a favor by taking to heart, Frogman & Ct0517's advice! My 'chiming in' on "leveling" is from 25+ years of experience with this arm. It does not hurt to level everything then "re-level". No kidding. Purchase an 'accurate' level. Don't take for granted that VPI, for instance, has provided you with a product that is "spot on". VPI out-sources their products to manufacturers that perform their duties to a certain "price" standard. This standard is no more than the "you get what you pay for" standard. I assume that now you have purchased the VPI Mk 3 and the ET, you are passionate about audio reproduction in your home. The purchase of the ET represents a forgone conclusion that you are and have every intention of reproducing excellent audio reproduction in your listening room. This tonearm is the equivelant of a long term relationship. One that will reward you by the more time/care/love that you are willing to put into it. If I had this forum available to me 25 years ago, I'd be a different person. You have, right now, all the information regarding this arm available to you for your pleasure. All you have to do is take it to heart. |
Slaw Very well said Slaw. IMO you hit on ownership of this tonearm at its heart. The ET2 and ET 2.5, imo, are also like those rare products that put you in touch with your own mortality. Meaning in my case - thank you Bruce Thigpen for making a product that will probably last longer than me; and it lets me know this whenever I use it :^( I am being a little sarcastic obviously, but really I ask in this day and age ... how many products today fall into this category ? When set up per manual - consistent, reliable, can be modded, is tuneable, can accommodate all cartridges with appropriate armtube. Has already passed the hardest test of all. Time. I recently came upon this audiogon thread..... I think ET2'ers tend to take VTA for granted ? I guess I do too. We've discussed this topic here before. Note the comments from Lyra cartridge designer Johnathan Carr Cheers |
Ct0517, We should note the findings of the many long time users here on this thread that take the ET to a much greater listener experience than even Bruce eluded to in his own manual. Those who have followed this thread closely will know exactly what I'm referring to. (Hence the "long term relationship") There are several things that weren't specified in Bruce's manual. This IS the reason that this thread is SO valuable to me and to other interested parties! (I'm ready for a long term relationship, if, and only if, I can find a female music lover that is committed to this arm!)LOL! |
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