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Rega RB 301 or Cabezon OEM 301
Hi folks.
I am considering upgrading my tonearm and getting back into vinyl. I have a Thorens TD321 which I have had for many years in very good condition currently fitted with an old ADC tonearm. I have been looking at replacing that tonearm with a Rega RB301, but I came across a company called Isokinetic that produce a badged version of the 301 and provide an upgrade, basically a rewiring with something they call their ISOtone Cardas kit. So, I am soliciting opinions on whether this is something worthwhile or just bull. Also, which moving coil cartridges would all you Rega fans think is best for this tonearm? Obviously cost is a factor, so I have a ceiling of about £800 for the cartridge Many thanks Rich.. |
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Rega RB 301 or Cabezon OEM 301
On Fri, 29 Apr 2011 14:22:25 -0700, Richard R wrote
(in article ): Hi folks. I am considering upgrading my tonearm and getting back into vinyl. I have a Thorens TD321 which I have had for many years in very good condition currently fitted with an old ADC tonearm. I have been looking at replacing that tonearm with a Rega RB301, but I came across a company called Isokinetic that produce a badged version of the 301 and provide an upgrade, basically a rewiring with something they call their ISOtone Cardas kit. So, I am soliciting opinions on whether this is something worthwhile or just bull. Also, which moving coil cartridges would all you Rega fans think is best for this tonearm? Obviously cost is a factor, so I have a ceiling of about £800 for the cartridge Many thanks Rich.. Rewiring the tone arm is just bull. The Rega RB301 comes with more than adequate wiring. You might want take a look at offerings from JELCO (Japan Jewel Company) as well: http://finestcable.com/jelco_tonearm I have the SA-750D that I use with my JA Michell GyroDeck SE 'table. I chose that one because it takes a standard "SME" headshell and I have to swap cartridges a lot. But Jelco Arms have been offered as OEMs for such companies as Linn, IsoKinetic, and others. These arms have also been sold by companies such as AudioQuest (and others) under their own name. They are very high quality with superb bearings - even the cheap one. |
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