Hello,Sorry to pick up this old thread, but I’m thinking of updating my TT also I can have two arms and an close to deciding on a Brinkmann Balance with one 12.1 and an FR64S to use with my Koetsu.
cannot find much feedback on the 12.1 re performance say vs Kuzma 4 point 11 or SMEV etc and suitable cartridge matching?
Any help welcome.
simon
Fremer feels the same: StereoPhile Recommended Components: Fall 2016Hello,
I feel the Kuzma has more slam than the Brinkmann although maybe in some cases the 12.1 might be a little more showing of delicacy.
More than just a Brinkmann 10.5 tonearm with a longer armtube (its effective length is, you guessed it, 12.1"), the 12.1 incorporates mechanical refinements that, according to Brinkmann, endow it with greater torsional stability and greater immunity to resonances. Crafted from aluminum and stainless steel, it uses precision ball bearings for both vertical and lateral movement, and is available with either flying signal leads or a captured output cable of the usual sort. MF felt the Brinkmann 12.1, when compared with the Kuzma 4Point tonearm, had somewhat less slam but was lighter on its feet—and, with classical and jazz, is perhaps the better choice. And MF loved the 12.1's "lusciously velvet midrange."
I have had Lyra Atlas, Etna SL, Koetsu RSP, Koetsu Jade and Goldfinger Statement on the 12.1 also Benz LPSThanks for the feedback.
what have you heard on your 12.1?
Finally took delivery of my Balance with two arms - 12.1 with Esturo Bordeaux and Glanz HM-125S with Koetsu Urushi Vermillion.Thanks - what’s your preference with the 12.1?
Congrats on your Brinkman Balance and these 2 arms. The Avid Acutus Sp was some years ago on my radar. I am surprised that you find the Balance better. Is it better on all areas or the Avid has some strengths vs the Balance ?Finally took delivery of my Balance with two arms - 12.1 with Esturo Bordeaux and Glanz HM-125S with Koetsu Urushi Vermillion.
so far very pleased. Big improvement Vs my Avid: resolution, bass, lower surface noise, bigger and deeper soundscape.
running in the Glanz arm cable, but good so far. My Vermillion in the Glanz is a revelation vs same in SME V. More and tighter bass, open airy highs, midrange Koetsu famous for and a huge soundscape....
Brinkmann 12.1 with my Esturo Bordeaux has more resolution, tighter bass, quicker leading edge, but slightly leaner presentation - also like sitting further away from the stage... also very nice....
shame the weather is so nice, otherwise Id listen all day
Modest stuff bonzo,Nice. What carts on each?
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