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Opinions needed on Benz Micro Glider....low, medium, high?? Help!!

I am considering purchasing a Benz Micro Glider to use on my J A Michell Hydraulic Reference table w/ Fluid uni-pivot tonearm. The trouble I'm having is that a few people have told me that the Glider tends to be bright. I can't stand anything bright and I prefer to go for pieces that are warm, rich, and musical...yet also transparent...for example the Quad 57 type sound.

In addition to musicality and a non-agressive presentation, the other factor that is EXTREMELY important to me is tracking ability. I want a cartridge that will track anything. I'm currently using a vintage Shure V15 III and it sounds a little brittle, cold, and hard. It's simply not romantic or full enough for me. The other thing that is confusing is that supposedly my table has the reputation for sounding a little thin and forward. This would lead me to believe I should seek a cartridge that is the exact opposite.

Furthermore, I'm having trouble deciding on low, medium, or high output. I'm leaning toward high output simply because it will give me more options for phono stage without having to rig up any step-up transformer. I had planned to purchase a Bottlehead Seduction or something like that. Is there any sonic difference between the three versions of the Glider?

I would really appreciate ANY advice that anyone can give me about all of this. I'm lost....


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Topic - Opinions needed on Benz Micro Glider....low, medium, high?? Help!! - Mr Blue Sky 01:05:37 07/22/05 (6)


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