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Title: WTRP/Benz Ruby
Post by: raymonda on January 20, 2014, 11:13:24 PM

So here is my WTRP with the Peter Leidermann ruby cantilever. I use it with an AcousTech PH1 made by Ron Southerland and it blows away any digital front end I've heard. I was just comparing an SACD of steely Dan and it was no contest.

I thought I would post this because I have often referenced it when I have compared other tables.

Title: Re: WTRP/Benz Ruby
Post by: thunderbolt on February 15, 2014, 03:33:51 PM

Judging from your gear, I have no doubt that it blows away SACD, and probably most other things shy of mastertape.

I'd love to get a Ruby at some point.  I have an HW-19 Mk. IV with SAMA, Graham 2.2 and I have a feeling that would be a very synergistic combo.

Nice to see a WTRP out there.  That was on my short-list when I was an analog maniac.  ;D

Title: Re: WTRP/Benz Ruby
Post by: raymonda on February 15, 2014, 09:19:13 PM

Peter and Soundsmith do great work. It is worth seeking him out to do work on your cartridge.

Title: Re: WTRP/Benz Ruby
Post by: bhtoque on February 15, 2014, 10:40:20 PM

There's got to be some sort of black magic involved in making those arms. Freaks me out every time I see one.

JAson

Title: Re: WTRP/Benz Ruby
Post by: raymonda on February 16, 2014, 09:02:51 AM

The platter bearing is pure genius, too.