Glanz moving magnet cartridges

Siniy123,

Many thanks again. I am currently using it to excellent effect in a high mass tonearm. However, I really want more rigorous information and comparisons as a key part of the learning curve that I am hoping to go on with this remarkable cartridge.

My interest is proportional to my surprise and pleasure at getting acquainted with this most unexpected arrival. I do not know (ie. have not knowingly heard) the Astatic range but if it truly compares in performance, just excellent.
Any first hand experience or even second or third hand experience with the G range of Glanz cartridges (and/or with the MFG line) would therefore be just brilliant. All contributions are exceptionally welcome.

Kindly

All,

Just one additional factor that makes the Glanz G5 a true joy: so long as the tonearm mounting position is spot on you just need to set VTF and VTA. Everything else (SRA and overhang) disappear as issues. Given what I am hearing at this early point, this begs the question, why were more top range cartridges not built with an integrated headshell and the loss of the usual set up dramatics??

Oh well...

Siniy123,

When you note that, "In my opinion Glanz G7 is basically is Glanz MFG-71L, which is same as Astatic MF-100", the Vinyl Engine article gives quite distinct characteristics and suggests that the G series of Glanz are superior (at least as far as calibrated measurements are concerned).

I've already posted this on Raul's 'MM v MC' thread but would just like to repeat my plea for any information on the Glanz G5, G7 or MFG-71E or L.

Many thanks

Is there anybody out there???

I don't know the Glanz line, but I have Astatic MF-100 and MF-200 cartridges. They are exceptionally fine, IMHO. The sound is similar to a Grado Signature 8, but with better extension at both ends. I posted a pic on Vinyl engine of that odd pivot through the top of the widely tapered cantilever. The patent referred to previously shows it (thanks).

Cheers,
Alec