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Schroeder vs. Triplanar VII Sonic Differences

All,

I have read a lot of threads regarding the "superiortiy" of these tonearms in the right combinations of tables and catridges. However, there doesn't seem to be a lot said about the soncic characteristics of each brand and the differences between them. I'm interested in hearing your thoughts about their strengths and weaknesses, sonci characteristics, applicability to various types of music (rock, pop, classical, large scale, small scale, etc).

Will a Schroeder deliver dynamics, punch, bass suited to Rock music? Will a Triplanar deliver natural, timbral accuracy? Are both these arms suited to the same music?

Thanks in advance,

Andrew
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cello
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Thom,
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Have you had any positive/negative experiences with using "Record Flattener's" on LP's. Are they worth the effort /cost ?
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Thanks,
Larry
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thom_at_galibier_design
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I have not, had the opportunity, Larry.

I assume you are talking about the ones which ramp up / down the temperature while pressing the records flat?

In theory, you'd effect an improvement with respect to warp-wow. In practice ?? It's something I'll get around to trying sooner or later.

Cheers,
Thom @ Galibier
sirspeedy70680e509
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I know a fellow hobbyist,actually a fanatical LP collector/audiophile,who was very doubtful as to the effectiveness of this.He has a "fabulous" collection of vinyl.Actually,probably one of the best LP collections available.He did spring for the disc flattener,in question,and is head over heels "crazy" about it.It does everything claimed,and does NO damage to any LP he's tried.He has some extremely rare,and expensive discs which, when flattened ,were "better than new",according to him.

Looks like a winner,but not cheap!
cello
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Sirspeedy,
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How have you been ?
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Did your buddy with the Record Flattener achieve better sonics with the records after being flattened ?
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Rgds,
Larry
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cello
645 posts
 
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Thom,
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Yes, I am referring to the machine that gradually heats up, presses the record flat and then slowly cools back down automatically.
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Do let us know if you ever get around to test driving one and I will do the same.
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Thanks & Rgds,
Larry
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