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Old 13th Jun 2019, 11:07 am   #35
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Default Re: Garrard AT-6 stereo cartridge, or whole headshell replacement?

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Originally Posted by Edward Huggins View Post
...the sensisitivity of the ECL82 version is lower than the ECL86 version (in which the triode has a similar gain to that of an ECC83) and that the BSR X5M has a higher output to compensate for this.
That's a helpful clarification, Edward. Thanks for taking the time to contribute.

Do you have a personal view/experience on the reliability of 'new in box' /NOS crystal cartridges? I mean specifically in relation to moisture damage or that failure mode? Are some more prone than others?

Just curious after a couple of experiences.
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