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I have waited a few weeks in order to review the cartridge, fairly. Firstly, it's being used with Primare I32 amplifier, TT15S1 turntable, Traformatic phono stage, and Tannoy XT6's. Great and detailed sound with the original clearaudio V2 virtuoso cartridge, and no complaints. I always thought that the stylus was very exposed, and sure enough one day that was proven when I foolishly by accident broke the cantilever. £800 to replace !!! So, let's have a look at what a moving coil can do ! No harm trying, eh ? Since its arrival nearly 4 weeks ago it's had maybe twenty to twenty five hours use. What it's brought to the table is a more sophisticated timbe. There's definitely more of a natural sound to pianos,strings, and cymbals. Less "smash" and a more discernible decay and richness. The better half commented that it has a warmer pallette, and she's tone deaf ! So, in my set-up it's imbued a greater warmth without colouring the tone. From classical to folk to thrash metal, it works well. I would sum it up with the words "organic" and "musical" . Moreover, it's 28% of the cost of replacing the Virtuoso cart, yet sounds far richer and addictive than the cd like clearaudio. Would definitely buy another ATF7. Fitting can be tricky so be patient and your efforts will be rewarded.Read full review
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This is one amazing cartridge for the money. I have it on a Gyrodec with Rega arm. The sound stage is wide dynamic and very detailed, bass is very deep and controlled. The cartridge sounds quite thin for the first couple of weeks use then as it wears in the magic starts to happen.
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For those wanting to dip their toes into what moving coil cartridges are capable of this is great starting point, but do make sure you have a moving coil phono stage of good quality to get the best from it.
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Really brings out the detail in your vinyl. You'll need a pre amp to go with it as MC cartridges aren't as loud. When connecting the pre amp don't use the phono socket. Then enjoy superb,superior sound!
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Record player hasn’t worked for years! Now it finally does. All thanks to this little device. Would highly recommend, came in two days and fitted quite easily.
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