I own a Dynavector 17D3. I think that D series all have one-piece diamond cantilever/styli. So if and when the stylus wears out, you would have to replace both if you want to preserve originality. Am I correct in this belief? (Raul?) If so, does Dynavector have the capability? I rank that cartridge as upper level but not tops. Very enjoyable, nevertheless. Under a microscope, it does appear that stylus and cantilever are one piece. |
@mijostyn : " I cannot say there is any advantage in a diamond cantilever over boron, ruby or cactus spine.. " There are one critical advantage of diamond for cantilevers and it’s about stifness ( Young Modulus ) where diamond hast the higher YM spec followed by boron and where ruby/sapyre are really poor in this regards.
Your Atlas Lambda comes with boron cantilever and a cover of diamond, j.carr knows a lot about and that’s why he does not use ruby or other inferior materials for cartridge cantilevers. Btw, normal micro ridge stylus shape is made by Namiki.
Here about Young modulus materials: Ruby is around 250 vs over 700 in the boron not showed in the link:
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Raul - Yes, i am aware of Chackster STRONG preference for certain designs. i do remember his system photos and i would put him as a lifelong learner, as i also aspire …. My comment re Dynavector was in relationship to Mijo question. @lewm I believe you are correct. Last i checked Dynavector offered a credit for exchange and i believe at under $3k new, that they represent fantastic value… IF they work with arm / etc….. all constraints you know well.
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