I just discovered the SME M2-12R. The M2-12R has an effective mass of 18 grand.
How does the M2-12R compare to the vintage 3012R in design, in sound and in build quality?
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I compared the ZYX UNIverse Supreme ll, mounted on a SME 3012-R tonearm, and an Ortofon Anna, mounted on a Graham Phantom Elite tonearm. The ZYX UNIverse Premium and the Ortofon Anna are two very highly regarded, top-of-the-line cartridges available today.
The ZYX UNIverse...
Lately we at TARA Labs have been experimenting with a wide variety of turntables. Most notable of all has been the spectacular Walker Black Diamond Mk.III - however with a price ranging close to six digits, it is probably not for everyone.
Another fantastic turntable has been the SME Model...