The New Acoustical System A*STELLAR turntable

[bonzo75]

Not too familiar with the syst . Just describing what I heard . Bass wise Coltrane 3 is superb . All Vitus - MPL/MPP/ MPS , Palladian catridge on Axiom. All silver DIY cables. I would expect it to be a lot more dynamic

Palladian cart on axiom to me was always boring, not dynamic, and polite.

 

[audioblazer]

it this is newly set up we have to wait a few months no? Also what cartridge was on it

Probably Yes . Just set up 2 weeks ago. Still at exploration stage & certainly much better than previous TT - Sperling at 1/3 its price

 

[bonzo75]

Probably Yes . Just set up 2 weeks ago. Still at exploration stage & certainly much better than previous TT - Sperling at 1/3 its price

the Sperling had the same arm and cart?

 

[audioblazer]

the Sperling had the same arm and cart?

Everythg is the same except for the TT & the owner is playing ard with silver DIY cables.
one thg for sure it has a v quiet background , maybe quieter than my AFO

 

[thekong]

Everythg is the same except for the TT & the owner is playing ard with silver DIY cables.
one thg for sure it has a v quiet background , maybe quieter than my AFO

Interesting, the AF0 is the quietest TT I have auditioned. If the Astella is as quiet as, or even quieter than, the AF0, I can’t wait to audition it

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[bonzo75]

Interesting, the AF0 is the quietest TT I have auditioned. If the Astella is as quiet as, or even quieter than, the AF0, I can’t wait to audition it

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so Mike is missing out on two TTs now

 

[Birdwatcher]

Palladian cart on axiom to me was always boring, not dynamic, and polite.

Interesting, my Palladian plays on a Brinkmann 12.1 tonearm more dynamic and lively than on the Axiom, too.

 

[Birdwatcher]

Workmanship could have been better .

which details and what could have been better?

 

[audioblazer]

which details and what could have been better?

put the AFO & Astellar side by side , u can differentiate the finishing clearly. Maybe I didn’t like the silver matte finishing too much . Rattling top plate of the power supply / pump. Anyway, it’s a matter of taste

 

[Birdwatcher]

As I don‘t have either of them, I would ask you…

 

[Mike Lavigne]

so Mike is missing out on two TTs now

i just don't need another belt drive tt. i like mine plenty. but you can add them to your list of stuff you think i should buy if you like.

that said, i certainly admire the design and am interested in how it performs. how can i not be?

 

[mtemur]

Interesting, my Palladian plays on a Brinkmann 12.1 tonearm more dynamic and lively than on the Axiom, too.

Axiom is one the most dynamic tonearms on the market. Other one is SAT CF1-09. I’m not sure which is better, probably Axiom. It’s that good. That’s my observation. On the other hand I’m still pretty skeptical about Astellar turntable.

 

[audioblazer]

Axiom is one the most dynamic tonearms on the market. Other one is SAT CF1-09. I’m not sure which is better, probably Axiom. It’s that good. That’s my observation. On the other hand I’m still pretty skeptical about Astellar turntable.

I have Axiom . I like it . Tried Aiwon in my set up. Didn’t like it. . Not sure Palladian is good enough for the set up

 

[DasguteOhr]

Axiom is one the most dynamic tonearms on the market. Other one is SAT CF1-09. I’m not sure which is better, probably Axiom. It’s that good. That’s my observation. On the other hand I’m still pretty skeptical about Astellar turntable.

I can sign the statement from the tonearms I know. Axiom gives things a little more pressure than, for example, the tw 10.5 in a direct comparison with the same cartridge. and that is tw's premier discipline.

 

[Phantom-Audio]

In my possession, I have had both the Axiom Anniversary and the Aquilar Anniversary.
After meticulous comparison between the two, as well as with a variety of other tonearms and cartridges, it is without any reservation that I assert Dietrich, from Acoustical Systems, has crafted some of the most superior tonearms currently accessible in the market.

The moment a cartridge becomes compatible with either of these arms, it significantly diminishes any consideration of seeking an alternative tonearm ever again.

Regrettably, the Titan Tonearm is priced beyond the financial reach of 99% of individuals

 

[audioblazer]

In my possession, I have had both the Axiom Anniversary and the Aquilar Anniversary.
After meticulous comparison between the two, as well as with a variety of other tonearms and cartridges, it is without any reservation that I assert Dietrich, from Acoustical Systems, has crafted some of the most superior tonearms currently accessible in the market.

The moment a cartridge becomes compatible with either of these arms, it significantly diminishes any consideration of seeking an alternative tonearm ever again.

Regrettably, the Titan Tonearm is priced beyond the financial reach of 99% of individuals

Certainly 1 of the better tonearms out there . In fact , Dietrich was kind enough to change my tonearms twice after it developed some minor issues many years after the warranty was over

 

[audioblazer]

Interesting, the AF0 is the quietest TT I have auditioned. If the Astella is as quiet as, or even quieter than, the AF0, I can’t wait to audition it

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Alex , 1 of the best aspects of Astellar . Probably because of its magnetic bearing

 

[Birdwatcher]

Yes, the service done by Mr. Brakemeier ist fantastic and outstanding. It is a pleasure to use his products.