"The Analog Guy," David Fletcher passes away at the age of 81.

Dear @mijostyn : Thank's to posted. 

D.Fletcher as other memorable gentlemans is a true lost for the audio industry.

I own/owned The Arm and one of his premier tonearms, I still own 2-3 of his MC cartridge designs ( truly good performers. ) and listened several times Sota TTs even at my place.

Rest in peace and best feelings for his family.

R.

My old Sapphire still turns, almost 40 years on. I remember watching it shake while a good-sized quake rumbled through the San Fernando Valley.  Yeah, there was no shortage of wow from the orchestra's string section as the temblor tembled, but the tonearm and cartridge never deviated from their chosen paths.  No mistracking, either. 

Very sorry to hear this news!  My Sapphire was made when he was still in charge and has satisfied me ever since.  Guess we're all getting older...