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Basis Vector cartridge recommendations

Looking for some advice from the analog experts for a cartridge, running a Basis 2200 signature, Vector 4 tonearm with an Allnic 3000 phono stage, CJ Premier 14, Mac 501 amps and all Kubala- Sosna cabling. I have used an ortofon jubilee for 7 years or so and thinking about a change. short list:

Ortofon cadenza black - slightly concerned it might be too revealing with my Thiels and music preference - classic rock, blues, jazz.....

Ortofon bronze
Transfiguration Proteus
Lyra - never have moved me but limited experience

Any suggestions would be appreciated since auditions in my room are impossible. Thanks.
pops
pops OP
2,275 posts
 
Kurt - thanks I'll bet the Dyna sounds great in your system, which is killer! Chayro thanks for the warning, I've heard it is challenging, I will make sure I have plenty of time, no drinks, and hopefully no distractions!

Pani, I love hearing glowing endorsements from someone with a lot of experience with a component. The Audio Technica sounds really interesting.
analogluvr
859 posts
 
Out of the 3 you list I would go Lyra. Otherwise maybe dyna xv1s
jwm
918 posts
 
I had the Vector arm and now I have the Super Arm 9. I am using the ZYX Ultimate 2 and the sound is fantastic. I tried lots of cartridges with Basis and I like this the best. Ones I have tried are Koetsu, Clearaudio, Benz, Vandenhall, Myabi, etc.
pops OP
2,275 posts
 
Thanks Jwm, I remember the threads about your Super Arm and how impressive it is! Hopefully you pop back on this thread and can comment on the synchro wave power supply and if it is worth the money?
jwm
918 posts
 
Yes pops the Synchro wave power supply is a must have. It gives you a much smoother platter rotation and gives a much quieter background. I have observed without the synchro the motor vibrates and can send some of this to the platter. I noticed when the synchro is connected the motor becomes dead silent with no vibrations at all.
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