Originally Posted by PHC1 (Post 885328)

Never had the pleasure of auditioning the Kiseki but do recall being smitten with a Koetsu Rosewood in that same price bracket. That cartridge made some serious music.. buttery smooth, a bit on the lush and romantic side but very enjoyable. :music: I suspect the Kiseki is probably somewhere in that category as well. :scratch2:

Originally Posted by SL1800 (Post 885329)

I have never heard a Koetsu but a few people have told me the Purple Heart is a slight shift more towards analytical than Koetsu but not as far as a Lyra

Originally Posted by W9TR (Post 885381)

Now might be the time to consider a phono stage upgrade. A C 1100 is calling your name!