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New arm DaVinci, TW-Acustic or?

I have three cartridges: Dynavector XV 1t, Koetsu Onyx Platinum and a mono Lyra Titan i. I have a Graham Phantom one with three wands. I have been thinking that my main cartridge is going to be the Dynavector 1t and the Koetsu may be sold. So what two arms would you get for the Dynavector 1t and the Lyra Titan i mono? Note That an Ortfon a90 may also be purchased.

BTW: My TT is TW-Acustic Rave AC 1.

I did try a FR 64 I bought from a friend that turned out had bearing or something noise. It was a big disappointment.
gerrym5
jazdoc
365 posts
 
You have a very pleasant 'problem' :-).

I am using the new Durand Talea which works quite well with my Dynavector XV1-S. Here is the website link: http://durand-tonearms.com/. I have heard the tonearm paired with the Ortofon A-90 in two systems, both with excellent results. I have also briefly mounted my Miyajima Mono cartridge and it also sounded terrific. Feel free to email if you have questions.
dougdeacon
3,338 posts
 
Second the Talea, it's a superb arm. It easily outplayed any arm I've heard with a ZYX UNIverse. The maker, Joel Durand, is both smart and a very pleasant man to work with.
dan_ed
2,451 posts
 
Doug, Talea #009 has arrived on my table. Polished nickle finish. It matches my black Gavia. :-)

Anyone in New England who would care for a listen, please contact me.
dougdeacon
3,338 posts
 
Dan,

What's a scuffed up country kid doin' with a shiny toy like that? And you even matched colors! Who'da thunk? Don't let Ann know about this, she may start thinking of you as a shopping consultant.

I'm just sure a Talea belongs in a sophisticated setting, you know, with owners who come by their exquisite tastes naturally.

Jealous? Me?

D

Crazy busy @ work but a trip may be in order...
palasr
529 posts
 
Sounds like a road trip is in my future. #9, #9, #9, #9.....
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