octave Posted August 7, 2015 Share Posted August 7, 2015 Got to order my Dynavector 10x5 today for my VPI Scout! Found a deal for a Dynavector P75 Mk II the other day also. I really can't wait until they arrive! JumpingBean 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
octave Posted August 7, 2015 Share Posted August 7, 2015 Well, I just got an email stating they were out of the Dynavector 10x5 and they suggest replacing it with a Soundsmith Otello. Anyone have any experience with the Otello? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaizada Posted August 8, 2015 Share Posted August 8, 2015 Soundsmith cartridges are generally very VERY good! I own a Soundsmith Boheme and it is super involving, bold and highly dynamic. I don't know where the Boheme stands in the line up, but I am betting you will be very happy with the Otello. Just match up with a quality phono section. I wanted to add in that Soundsmith cartridges and VPI tables with their JMW arms are a super synergistic match! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
octave Posted August 8, 2015 Share Posted August 8, 2015 Thanks Shaizada! At the moment I think I'm just going to stick with ordering a 10x5 from another retailer. I have heard many great things about matching my phono stage the P75 mk2 with dynavector cartridges. I want my first upgrades to be a solid baseline, a known good if you will. That way when I start playing with different cartridges and phono stages I have a quality combo to base them off of. My current cartridge the ortofon red gets lost and seems jumbled with complex music. I never really noticed it before. I guess my ears are learning, haha. Definitely, time for an upgrade! Thanks again for your feedback. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smwalsh6 Posted August 8, 2015 Share Posted August 8, 2015 Picked up a 2M red for my secondary setup today from a local shop called Gramophone. Going on an AR ES-101. Also hooked up a Pro-ject phono box I've had sitting around. Sounding pretty rad so far for a spare setup. Can't wait for the red to break in! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
octave Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 Got the new cart mounted today. Definitely more detailed, even without any break in. matthewfrank and dethrock 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 Got the new cart mounted today. Definitely more detailed, even without any break in. Those dynavector carts look quite sexy. I hope one day I have a table worthy of one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dethrock Posted August 13, 2015 Share Posted August 13, 2015 I've been looking at the Dynavector 10x5 as well but the dealer I use is really trying to talk up Goldring cartridges so I'll have to take a look at those too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allenh Posted August 13, 2015 Share Posted August 13, 2015 I've been looking at the Dynavector 10x5 as well but the dealer I use is really trying to talk up Goldring cartridges so I'll have to take a look at those too. Get him to put his money where his mouth is and do a proper a/b demo for you of the price equivalents from both brands Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
octave Posted August 13, 2015 Share Posted August 13, 2015 Get him to put his money where his mouth is and do a proper a/b demo for you of the price equivalents from both brands I wish I had a dealer closer, just for this reason. Really the only reason I chose the 10x5 because I wasn't able to demo any other brands and the dynavector is highly regarded. In the end it worked out, well so far. But, if I was dropping any more money I would have waited till I could do a proper demo. In the end it's whatever sounds better to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allenh Posted August 14, 2015 Share Posted August 14, 2015 I wish I had a dealer closer, just for this reason. Really the only reason I chose the 10x5 because I wasn't able to demo any other brands and the dynavector is highly regarded. In the end it worked out, well so far. But, if I was dropping any more money I would have waited till I could do a proper demo. In the end it's whatever sounds better to you. That's exactly my point, you definitely need to listen to stuff and especially As the cost rises. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbbrew22 Posted August 14, 2015 Share Posted August 14, 2015 I traded in my Marantz PM5004 and got a PS Audio Sprout from Massdrop. So far so good! Great sound quality, very compact, and sleek as hell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
octave Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 I spent a couple hours adjusting my Dynavector 10x5 on my Scout yesterday and today. Mostly, trying to get the VTA set just right. If you have a Vpi and ever thought about getting a Soundsmith counterintuitive weight, do it. It makes adjusting tracking force and VTA a breeze. After all was said and done, I figured I would spin a record I know very well Sigur Ros's Ágætis byrjun. Holy Shit! I was hearing things I had never heard before and had goose bumps most of the record. Staralfur sounded just amazing. My wife even commented on when the guitar was playing that it sounded as if they were in our living room. With only about 15 hours on the cart, it continues to soften and get more dynamic. The 10x5 is an amazing value for the money. My Dynavector p75 mkII is supposed to arrive tomorrow, very curious how it will change the sound versus the built-in MM phono stage in my Nikko 9095. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matthewfrank Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 Got the new cart mounted today. Definitely more detailed, even without any break in. Got one of these on my deck, absolutely love it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
octave Posted August 18, 2015 Share Posted August 18, 2015 Little box of magic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parkinglot Posted August 18, 2015 Share Posted August 18, 2015 I just upgraded from an LP-60 (LOL) to a Pro-Ject Debut Carbon with an acrylic platter. Now I have to buy a pre amp and some decent speakers. Very excited. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dominic_ Posted August 18, 2015 Share Posted August 18, 2015 I just upgraded from an LP-60 (LOL) to a Pro-Ject Debut Carbon with an acrylic platter. Now I have to buy a pre amp and some decent speakers. Very excited. There's some guy in the FS with a used phono preamp if I recall. Says he's wanting to offload at a fair price. I've been on the fence about getting the speedbox from him. Scope out your local GWs for speakers. I've seen JBLs and stuff in mine before. I make a point of stopping a few times a week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sad Heart Posted August 18, 2015 Share Posted August 18, 2015 Codeine - Box Set Foo Fighters - Smash It Up (Live '95 Boot) Black Sabbath - Paranoid (180g Reissuse) Black Sabbath - Master of Reality (180g Reissue) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dominic_ Posted August 18, 2015 Share Posted August 18, 2015 Codeine - Box Set Foo Fighters - Smash It Up (Live '95 Boot) Black Sabbath - Paranoid (180g Reissuse) Black Sabbath - Master of Reality (180g Reissue) Cool shit, but this is the one for gear. More people will see it in the other one if you cross post there because VC general has more readers I still need some Sabbath... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidamnesiac Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 Yeah Dave Grohl, you're looking for this thread: http://boards.vinylcollective.com/topic/97-recent-purchases/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sad Heart Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 My bad. My bad. It was an early morning. Anyway, currently about to take the plunge on a pair of KEF Q300B speakers and a NuForce DDA120 amp. My wallet is going to hate me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BitLess Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 Just purchased an AR EB-101 (later U.S.-made version with proper walnut veneer and armboard) from an ebay seller. It's never been used, and is still in its original box with all accessories -- manual, oil, protractor, and even a tiny screwdriver. I should have it in-hand by tomorrow, but based on the photos, this thing is absolutely pristine. I probably paid too much for it, but I just couldn't pass it up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smwalsh6 Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 Just purchased an AR EB-101 (later U.S.-made version with proper walnut veneer and armboard) from an ebay seller. It's never been used, and is still in its original box with all accessories -- manual, oil, protractor, and even a tiny screwdriver. I should have it in-hand by tomorrow, but based on the photos, this thing is absolutely pristine. I probably paid too much for it, but I just couldn't pass it up. I have one of those. I love it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BitLess Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 I have one of those. I love it! Glad to hear it! I'm pretty excited about getting mine all set up. Have you done any mods/upgrades to yours? Does yours have the stock AR tonearm? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smwalsh6 Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 Yea mine has the stock Jelco. Mine was a little beat up when I got it, so I did the vinyl nirvana spring upgrade, pulled and re-lubed the cueing lever, had to solder a broken tonearm connection, pretty basic maintenance. Not really upgrades though. It's kind of become my favorite table. I have a project 1.3 which I don't really have any complaints with, but the AR's practically non existent noise floor makes it seem more musical or something. Hard to put my finger on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.