Experience with DS Audio Optical Cartridge Systems

I am considering moving over to optical cartridge system. Wondering if any of y'all have had experiences you can share from using the system.

mjbishop9912-20-2021 12:06pm

rsf507 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,299 posts 12-20-2021 at 01:26pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I've been thinking myself to buy the SoundSmith Strain gauge system. Can I ask why you are thinking of the DS system? And I've not heard either.
mjbishop99 OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 5 posts 12-20-2021 at 02:07pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I listened to it after someone with an ear I trust said it’s the best analog he’s ever heard. I intend to go back and A/B it, but before doing so, I’m hoping to hear about other experiences.
jperry Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,444 posts 12-20-2021 at 03:34pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/ds-audio-optical-cartridge