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Garrott Optim Ruby FGS cartridge - Technics SL1210

I have a Technics SL1210 (the black SL1200) and also a Garrott Optim Ruby FGS cartridge: see http://www.decibelhifi.com.au/prod474.htm for info.
I pretty sure that the standard Technics arm will baulk at having to deal with the Garrott (and I'm equally sure that there are Audiogon folk who think I'm nuts for buying a Technics AND then putting the Garrott on there!), so I've bought a mounting plate to allow another arm to be fitted. (see other posts)
So, the plate allows for either a Rega (I have my eye on either an RB1000 or RB900) or Origin Live model (I'm thinking the Silver model).
Does anyone have a take on which arm would be more suitable for the Garrott?
dsa
dsa OP
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Hi Johnny B,
All valid points- thanks for the insight. The vibration from the turntable itself could be an an issue, but outside vibration is not as I listen through a Graham Slee headphone amp and a pair of Sennheiser cans.
I've contacted KAB regarding the rewire and will add it as an option.
dsa OP
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I thought I would post that I sold the Garrott cartridge and I'm now waiting on a Ortofon 2M Black. The search for a suitable arm continues on other threads.
photon46
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Please post your impressions of the 2M when you can. I'm using the Garrott FGS in my Scout/JMW9 and am very impressed with it's performance. However, you always wonder about the new kid on block.
dsa OP
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Hello Photon46. I will try and post on new thread when the 2M Black arrives.
johnnyb53
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05-16-08: Dsa
I thought I would post that I sold the Garrott cartridge and I'm now waiting on a Ortofon 2M Black. The search for a suitable arm continues on other threads.
Considering the costs you're talking about here, it seems that it might be worth trying the $150 KAB fluid damper before you move on. I suspect the fluid damper would make the 2M Black work well with that arm. And if you don't like the results, I suspect you can return it for refund in a reasonable amount of time (of course, check before you buy).

The fluid damper can be user-installed. Takes 30 minutes tops.
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