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Any word on the Blue Angel "Mantis"?

Hi all! - I am trying a cartridge that raised the bar in my conception of analog reproduction, the "Mantis" is keeping me awake rediscovering my entire vinyl... but I have found not too much information on this South African jewel.

I will appreciate any word regarding this marvel and help me in my investment decision.

Thanking in advance.

Fernando
flg2001
chosenhandle
63 posts
 
for what it's worth, I was getting ready to pick up a new cartridge and emailed the maker of the blue mantis for a price and options. He responded that he is too busy to take on new business. When asked if he would entertain new business in the future, he did not give me a clear answer as to when I could inquire.

Too bad, I was kind of looking forward to ordering one.
axelwahl
788 posts
 
Chosenhandle,
hm, that 'smells' like some $$$ issue to me.
Again, if his stuff was moved at 5k then again going a ~ 2k also, maybe he is not interested in too much low profit business after all?

I'd be little surprised you'd get service for 5k...

I guess, he also has to pay the rent ---- and then he might be 'full up' with orders and good for him. Get a M20FL super for 150$ in the meantime and give the man a break to catch up with his orders :-)
Axel
chosenhandle
63 posts
 
Axel;

Thanks for your input. Other than the german ebay cartridge seller (forgot his name), do you have other sources for that cartridge?

I am going to email the mantis builder again in a few months and politely ask for some guidance as to when or if I can request a price quotation.
davidsss
43 posts
 
I figure he is probably just busy. I know he had quite a few on the go when I got mine about 6 months ago. I couldn't be happier with it so, Flg2001, enjoy, it's a great cart to own.

On another note, I came here to discuss the Mantis, not some other cart, please start your own thread.

DS
axelwahl
788 posts
 
Davidsss,
y.s.:
>>> ...I came here to discuss the Mantis, not some other cart, please start your own thread. <<<

So you did, didn't you!
Thanks for sharing this detail, hey!

Now back to this strictly limited, and nothing other then Mantis subject:
Chosenhandle,
One of my dealers in Durban had one (nake-wood) in good condition not too long ago. So if you are interested I can give you his email of line.
Greetings,
PS: DS, now I hope I was not trespassing YOUR subject, my oh my.
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