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Kuzma Stabi R mat?

Just received my new Stabi R.  It is a very nicely built table and sounds more present and dynamic than my previous setup.  I am currently using a Etna SL on a Kuzma 4P9 on the right wing.  Initial impressions are that this is a synergistic group (cartridge/arm/table) and allows deep information retrieval. 

This is my first Kuzma table.  In the past I used various turntable mats until I settled on the sound of the Achromat.  The Kuzma looks engineered to use its own integral mat (which is cushioned) and not an aftermarket addition.  Just wondering if any other Kuzma users out there use a specific matt?  I am inclined to use no matt at all given the table surface seems designed to do just that.  I have also never had a spindle with threads for a screw down record clamp. I have the heavier HRS record weight which did nice things with my previous table in combination with the achromat.  Any one using the screw clamp with their Kuzma? 

karl_desch
rauliruegas
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Dear @tomic601 : CAR cartridges 40-50 were made by Shelter many years ago an today cartridges make a better job.

 

R.

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karl_desch OP
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I very happy with my three main low output cartridges (Lyra Etna SL, SoundSmith Hyperion, Koetsu Rosewood Sig. Platinum). I am going to demo the Car-50, because I can, not really in the market for a new cartridge.  Just having fun with the new turntable and exploring all things Kuzma.

 

I would also love to listen to a MSL cart in my stereo. Don’t think I’ve heard anything negative about those cartridges (other than the obvious, price).

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tomic601
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There is some secrecy and debate about who in Japan make the cartridge sans body for Kuzma. I don’t really care as it sounds great on the Triplaner. Like the OP , i have a few cartridges, a blessing really. It also helps to have frequent listening access to all of the Lyra line as well as all the Kuzma w exception of -60. My neighbor who runs Audio Ultra 3 minutes away has both a Dohmann and Kuzma, including Safir…. how fun

One cool thing about spending a bunch of the year in So Cal….is there are many nice cartridges/ TT, etc to hear…. MSL is on my list….

Best to everyone.

 

no_regrets
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@tomic601 

Im jealous that you have access to such high end audio products so close!

I’m curious of yours thoughts between the Dohmann and Kuzma tables. 
 

Best wishes,

Don

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tomic601
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Don - I will pm ya with extended listening impressions so as not to hijack thread, already good to great thread by OP.

Jim

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