VDH Colibri XGW KOA Stradivarius - on the way.

[byrdparis]

So, after some thoughts in to it (ok, not so much...)
I decided to pull the plug on one to own and avaluate for myself, in my own set up -and hear what everybody raving about.
After Mr Myels astor posts and review (pf) and our own Mr Mike Lavigne posts about his vhd 0.7 he bought and play recently vs his Anna and GFS...
i couldnt resist any more and ordered one.
mine is the "regular" 0.38mv but with the same "new" development and KOA body and laqure Stradivarius Style JA build in the last year.
this cart supposed to be a "super cart" to beat almost everything else out there... (i kidding of course ).

i have in my belt for now the:
Ortofon Anna
ZYX R1000 AIRY3 SB
Ortofon SPU Synergy (on order)
and also on order the -
VDH Colibri XGW KOA Stradivarius

there some more cart's on my wish list, hope i can get more of them in the near future.

here some pictures of my VDH pictured befor shipping to me;

 

[ferrari275]

byrdparis,

After you are acclimated, try the VDH Colibri Stradivarius Signature next, it has the new motor and extender system, its on another level entirely. I currently own many cartridges, most of top tier caliber, and can assure you, its worth the leap especially if you like the Koa Stradivarius character. Another plus is its higher output of 0.07mv. :b

 

[byrdparis]

Hi there.
It is the Stradivarious. Just the 0.38 and not the 0.7...
It is a great cartridge!! I’m enjoying it a lot!

 

[ferrari275]

Sorry for the confusion, its the Signature version you really need to hear next!

 

[byrdparis]

Ya I figured after I post after you... that what you meant for.
I was talking to the dealer who sold me the Stradivarious, and asked him about the signature vs the 0.38. He was talked about very suddle changes. And if I want for instance more body and bass I will need to get the African black wood instead of the Stradivarious Koa one (also suddles changed but some..)
But YMMV of course and each with his own. I will be glad to compare them two to hear the differences, but it’s not going to happen I’m afraid

 

[Believe High Fidelity]

A great cart. You will love it after a good break in

 

[byrdparis]

A great cart. You will love it after a good break in

its sure is.
i think im very close to break in period.
its a very very good cart and im happy i bought it and add it to my stable of cartridges.

 

[bluedoor]

its sure is.
i think im very close to break in period.
its a very very good cart and im happy i bought it and add it to my stable of cartridges.

Next you should try the Colibri Master Signature in African Black Wood (1,1 mV).
It's absolutely stunning.

 

[shakti]

Today I tried the vdh Colibri Stradivarius (Koa Body, 0,38mv) in my Rigid Float Tonearm (9', metal).
My Stradivarius has seen many different tonearms, but the combination with the Rigid Float Tonearm is stunning.
If anyone is looking for a perfect match with his Colibri, give the Rigid Float a try.

(I will get a Colibri Stradivarius Master Signature African Grenadine Wood with unique 0,9mv in 6 to 8 week, looking forward to that dynamic boom combination)

 

[bonzo75]

I am interested in listening... Always want to hear a vdh well set up.

 

[andromedaaudio]

Only listening, no buying, haha
In Holland we have a saying , kijken kijken niet kopen

 

[shakti]

I am planning for the 16' of June the next "workshop" .
Comparison of DACs and finally against the Stradivarius.
DACs planned are Pacific (if Lampizator can deliver), GG2, Ypsilon DAC 1000 silver edition , BAT REX and some more....

Will be some fun

 

[bonzo75]

Only listening, no buying, haha
In Holland we have a saying , kijken kijken niet kopen

I have bought an atmasphere, a Berning, need to sell them. Bought and sold koetsu coralstone platinum, vdh colibri, SPU a95. Holding on to the Jan Allaerts. Bought almost 10k GBP worth of records this year alone. Multiple thousands in trips. And 50 shows a year or more. Forgive me if I am not like those guys who buy on reading on forums and then say what I own is the best till I sell it off.

 

[andromedaaudio]

I wouldnt mind hearing your system as well i must say.

 

[bonzo75]

I am planning for the 16' of June the next "workshop" .
Comparison of DACs and finally against the Stradivarius.
DACs planned are Pacific (if Lampizator can deliver), GG2, Ypsilon DAC 1000 silver edition , BAT REX and some more....

Will be some fun

Ah no, have a family wedding then. Will try next workshop.

 

[andromedaaudio]

Okay i see, wow 50 shows a year is lot .
You and Ron must be the most expirienced

 

[gian60]

@Bonzo

You get married?

Tell me when you get married,i do good gift to you

 

[bonzo75]

@Bonzo

You get married?

Tell me when you get married,i do good gift to you

Lol not me. Someone in the family. Though if guys like you and Tang start making gifts I will get married as many times as required.

 

[gian60]

I understtod,i was jocking

but gift already promised

 

[Tango]

(I will get a Colibri Stradivarius Master Signature African Grenadine Wood with unique 0,9mv in 6 to 8 week, looking forward to that dynamic boom combination)

Dear Shakti,

The model name of this manufacturer is very confusing to me. Have you received this Strad Master Signature? How does it sound? Ddk is bringing me the Colibri Master Signature next Tuesday. I don’t know if this is the same one as you were mentioning since the output level isn’t the same as ddk told me. He thought the sound is really good. Some aspects are in the same league as his Neumann.

Kind regards,
Tang