Kuzma Stabi Ref 2 vs Brinkmann Bardo

[brianehrlich]

Hi All,

I am very new to this forum and haven’t posted much of anything. I was looking for opinions about the Kuzma Stabi Ref 2 (with 4pt). Oddly I can’t find many opinions or reviews anywhere on this TT. I am about to buy a Brinkmann Bardo and the Kuzma popped up for 2k more than the Bardo. Is there anyone that can give me feedback on Kuzma TT, or more unlikely anyone that can compare these tables? I’m pulling the trigger in the next 2-3 days so if you have an opinion, please let me know soon! Thanks everyone…I’ve really been enjoying readin all of your posts!

 

[No Regrets]

Hi All,

I am very new to this forum and haven’t posted much of anything. I was looking for opinions about the Kuzma Stabi Ref 2 (with 4pt). Oddly I can’t find many opinions or reviews anywhere on this TT. I am about to buy a Brinkmann Bardo and the Kuzma popped up for 2k more than the Bardo. Is there anyone that can give me feedback on Kuzma TT, or more unlikely anyone that can compare these tables? I’m pulling the trigger in the next 2-3 days so if you have an opinion, please let me know soon! Thanks everyone…I’ve really been enjoying readin all of your posts!

Hi Brian,

Just came across this thread and was wondering if you have ever pulled the trigger on either the Stabi Ref2 or the Bardo?

Best wishes,
Don

 

[brianehrlich]

I did pull the trigger on the Bardo. It was a custom TT with two arms. Kuzma 4pt9 and Graham Phantom Supreme. It's very different than my previous Rega p10. The sound is very grounded and pronounced. Not quite as "excitable" as the Rega, bit timbre and tone are undeniably better.

 

[No Regrets]

Congratulations on the new analog rig!
Any thoughts on how the two arms compare on your Bardo?
I'm happy that you are enjoying the new table!

Best wishes,
Don