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RE: The joys of proper mono

We've had some lively discussions of this topic. I cannot help but think that if a "mono" cartridge is derived from a stereo cartridge design, as may be the case for the Quintet, then it is quite likely that the mono output signal was derived by internally bridging the L and R channel outputs. This is no different from using a line or phono stage with a "Mono" switch. It is quite difficult to get accurate information on how various mono cartridges were configured. Some of them are "true" mono for sure, e.g., the Miyajimas and some of those older Ortofons and EMTs. Some others are stereo cartridges with bridged outputs. If your preamplifier has no mono switch, then you'd need a mono cartridge for sure. Further, using the mono switch should give all the same benefits as using a mono cartridge, so far as I can figure out. I do have such a preamp, and I do perceive the great benefit of using it when playing a mono LP, such that I have not yet pulled the trigger on buying a mono cartridge. I am curious whether using both a "legitimate" mono cartridge AND the mono switch on my preamplifier would produce greater benefits than using only one or the other.

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