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Soundsmith Strain Gauge
Amazing description of the strain gauge you have going millercarbon. Do you know of anyone that might be selling one used? I regularly see the sg-200 going for 5-6K on the used market but never pulled the trigger because reviews for the strain gau... 
Been saving up for a big purchase. What to upgrade next?
Thanks for all the feedback guys! Seems like everyone is recommending better amplification. Do any one have any recommendations for a good power+pre combo? Bryston’s products look pretty nice. 
Anyone have experience with Soundsmith’s strain gauge?
This maybe be a bit of stretch...but would anybody be will to share a needledrop of this cartridge? I know it's not the same as being there but I there no nearby sellers of Soundsmith in my area and this is the next best thing to listening to it l... 
Anyone have experience with Soundsmith’s strain gauge?
Yes that sounds quite incredible according your description and I can understand why some people may not like the sound. It reminds of the reaction people get when moving from electrodynamic speakers to magnepans or electrostats, it’s very differe... 
Anyone have experience with Soundsmith’s strain gauge?
Yes, I was wondering if there’s any sonic differences between the versions of the SG. I see you can pay more for a fancier preamp and you can pay even more and get one from their reference line. The other question I have is how exactly the stylus ...