Eminent technology et2 on Linn Lp12

Just to clarify a few points...I think that while the ET2 arm can and does work on a LP12, it is far from being an ideal matchup. The synergy between the two pieces is ok, but I do want to stress that IMO there are better options for this table. One such option is mentioned above...the Naim Aro.

Wow lots of setup challenges, differece of opinions, maintenance. I have just had a Audionote arm 1 offered to me. Without changing the course of the thread what are your thoughts. I am going to mame a decission on this today. Again thanks for all your time on this.

Paul

@bdp24 ,

Ever thought about going nude?

Yup @slaw, in fact I also picked up an Aries 1, which incorporates a lot of improvements over the HW-19. Separate heavy motor pod, no suspension (an ideal candidate for the Townshend Pods---in the works), 2" thick MDF chassis with a layer of steel bonded to its bottom, much better platter, no surrounding base and dustcover to resonate. I’m thinking of setting up the 19 for mono LP’s, many of which have mediocre sonics anyway (1960’s Kinks, Yardbirds, Beach Boys, 1950's Blues and Rockabilly, etc.). The Aries I got specifically for the Terminator arm, and my Townshend Rock Elite has an arm perfect for it, the Zeta.

Well after all the discussion I have decided against the ET2 and went with the Audio Note arm1. Easy install, no maintenance and works great with with the Linn LP12 and my Denon 103 MC cartrige.
Thank you to all that took the time to reply. There were many very descriptive posts that I leaned a great deal from.

I am sure this arm will serve me well. 

Cheers