Hello!
I had this grand idea of using my MMC20 cartridges on something different than B&O. I figured since the manufacturer came out with proper attachment brackets to accommodate different mounting options, this should not be a hassle. Well, it is not always the case. Here is my scenario:
I am using Philips 212 and I like it a lot, my Beogram 3000 (non TD variety) is being reconstructed. Since I currently have MMC20EN, MMC20CL, and MMC10E, I would like to hear them on my Philips. I acquired necessary mounting bracket which came with a single spacer. After installing the cart in its sled, and mounting in on tonearm, this is the result:
As you can see the base of the cart practically touches the record. I was able to get enough clearance with my MMC10E so the cart doesn't drag on the record, but I am pretty confident this is not ideal. Please note that the cart in these pictures is mounted without spacer.
When you look at MMC cart spec sheet you can see that B&O had different setup in mind:
Here you see that the base of the cart is suspended above the record, and nearly parallel to it.
At this point I see no other way of working this out but making my own angled spacer to compensate for this issue. Has anyone here done something similar? Ideas?
Thanks!
r
