What are the differences between The original Arkiv and the newer one. I have the original that has been rebuilt by Linn. When it comes time to rebuild again, are the differences great enough to consider going to the Arkiv "B"?
Posted on: 30 December 2000 by Richard Paget
I hate seeing unanswered posts
The B has a boron cantilever and a different non glued stylus.
?differences in the internals.
Apparently reasonable sonic difference and it tracks better
Posted on: 30 December 2000 by Bob Edwards
Jay--
Richard has it--the cantilever is boron on the Arkiv B vs aluminum on the original. I believe the cartridge is identical otherwise.
Musically and sonically it is a rather grand step forward--one of the best cartridges I have heard (and I have heard WAY too many !). Worth the money if the table and arm are up to it.
Cheers,
Bob
Posted on: 31 December 2000 by Jaybar
Linn LP 12. Ekos, Arkiv A, Lingo, Linto, Naim CD 5, High-cap, Spectral DMC 12 LS, Spectral DMA 90 Amp, Dynaudio 1.8 Mk II. Based on the system, would it justify the Arkiv "B".
Posted on: 31 December 2000 by Bob Edwards
Jay--
You'll get zero argument from me ! The Arkiv B into the Linto should leave the Arkiv A in the dust by a fair margin.
Happy New Year !
Bob
PS--Have you tried any Naim electronics ?--I'm remembering you asked how high you'd have to go to beat your Spectral gear.‡
