Doug Decan I think there is a new ZYX 4D cartridge

Just in case Doug D. doesn't catch this right away...

You'll probably find info here if you search, that the 4D here in the USA, is called the Atmos. In the ZYX Family, it resides in between the Airy 3, and the UNIverse.

From what I understand as well, there's a ZYX Cartridge even above the UNIverse, sporting a pure Diamond Rod Cantilever, and is extremely expensive, but Mehran once stated I believe, that its added cost wasn't justified, being not much, if any better he felt, than the UNIverse, hence he never imported this Cartridge into the USA. Mark

Hi Jwm,

As Mark says, the 4D is the Atmos rebadged for non-USA markets. The two models are identical, though I've seen European dealers claim otherwise.

Performance vs. the UNIverse? A search here will turn up a UNIverse owner who tried the Atmos/4D and went back to the UNIverse. Also, read the reviews next to my signature, which were the first ever written for either cartridge.

The Atmos/4D is a great cartridge that outplays all but a few competitors - but it does not outplay the UNIverse. Non-USA dealers have an incentive to say that because they can't sell you a UNIverse.

As to timing, a properly set up UNIverse will outplay every cartridge I've heard in this respect, including the Atmos.

Hope that helps,
Doug

There are a number of top flight cartridges that will meet or exceed the Universe in this regard IMO having owned two of them.

However, you buy and listen to that which pleases your personal budget and preferences.

And the only opinion that matters is your own.

Dealer disclosures?