Lyra Titan i on Basis Vector 4 experience?

They would both sound much better on a TriPlanar, IMHO and IME.

You think (or heard) that the Triplanar (VII) is a better sounding Arm than a Vector?

I sell and have heard both for thousands of hours with dozens of cartridges.

The Vector has much better fit/finish, tracks better, and is more versatile regarding choice of cartridges.

And quite simply it sounds better; the TP is nowhere near as quiet.

The Tri-Planar is extremely user friendly with its' on the fly adjustments. In that regard it's a wonderful tonearm.

Dealer disclaimer.

You think (or heard) that the Triplanar (VII) is a better sounding Arm than a Vector?

Nope, I own both arms. Just my opinion based on being mounted on my table in my system.

AudioFeil,

Thanks for your comments. How do you think the Vector does with the Titan i?

Thanks,
Dre

Dan,

Those are interesting comments. I have to ask a few questions now. Hope you don't mind...

How much did Tom charge for a custom armboard that's like the one you use with the Triplaner? Do you like to mounting of it?

How different is the setup procedure for both arms?

Did you arrive at different VTF, SRA/VTA, etc. settings for both arms? If so, What did you end up using for them?

Was the resonant frequency very different between the arms with the XV-1s?

Did you get to try any other cartridges on your Vector?

What characteristic did you notice between the two arms with your cartridge on your system with identical mounting?

Oh yea. I'm finally at the end of my questions with this last one: Have you had any direct experience with the Titan i? Even in a Triplaner?

Thanks for sharing,
Dre