Are vintage MC cartridges worth pursuing?

Posted by Mister Pig (A) on October 1, 2010 at 22:25:07

Currently use an Accuphase AC-1 that has been refurbished by Expert Stylus. Enjoy the sound, and cart has alot of life left. But have bee, thinking about pursuing some other options. Have the opportunity to acquire a Kiseiki Blue Silverspot. Wondering if it really is worth the effort, and when the time comes to rebuild if the original voicing can be retsined. I understand a Soundsmith rebuild with ruby cantilever would change the character. But are there other viable options like ES or Garrot? Or is the magic of these carts really lost, and irretriviable. If so, then am I better off pursuing a low hour Koetsu Rosewood from the pre owned market? Your thoughts,insights, and opinions are appreciated. Regards Mister Pig

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Topic - Are vintage MC cartridges worth pursuing? - Mister Pig 22:25:07 10/1/10 (11)

RE: Are vintage MC cartridges worth pursuing? - rahman 03:40:51 10/2/10 (0)

The answer is a resounding YES - travisty 01:04:48 10/2/10 (9)

What Abiut the debate over dampening material/suspension - Mister Pig 01:31:16 10/2/10 (5)

Vintage carts have a better chance of retaining suspension !!!!!!!! - Interstage Tranny 07:41:19 10/2/10 (3)

RE: Vintage carts have a better chance of retaining suspension !!!!!!!! - Lew 09:53:49 10/2/10 (2)

RE: Vintage carts have a better chance of retaining suspension !!!!!!!! - spindoctor 06:04:49 10/3/10 (1)

It Really Depends On A Few Factors... - Interstage Tranny 08:27:18 10/3/10 (0)

I am not sure what to think about this... - travisty 01:55:34 10/2/10 (0)

Nice FR-7f cart! - rich121 01:29:27 10/2/10 (2)

Yes, They R Nice ! - Interstage Tranny 09:27:43 10/2/10 (1)

Agreed they are not "warm and sweet" but... - travisty 04:18:07 10/3/10 (0)

Are vintage MC cartridges worth pursuing?

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