JohnnyCashFan
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Anyone happen to be running a table rig in Mono ? Is is just a matter of say using a Grado mono cart on a older vintage rig ?
What are opinions about doing that way or using the mono setting on a preamp. Is a mono swicth just ganging the stereo signal ?
That’s exactly what a mono switch does, it’s sums the stereo signal. I think most people that run a dedicated mono cart tend to have a tt with a removable headshell so it’s an easy straight swap when they play a mono record rather than running two turntables which is a significant extra cost and space consideration.
So there is no need to do both mono cart and switch ?
Good to know. I think I will keep my VPI for Stereo/Mono play then and dust off my Dual for 45/78/beater duty (was thinking about making it a mono rig).Nope. It’s not going to do any harm but it’s not necessary either.
It’s a bit more involved.That’s exactly what a mono switch does, it’s sums the stereo signal. I think most people that run a dedicated mono cart tend to have a tt with a removable headshell so it’s an easy straight swap when they play a mono record rather than running two turntables which is a significant extra cost and space consideration.
The 2m Mono isn’t a true mono cartridge. It’s strapped stereo- the same as pressing the stereo button on your amp.Anyone have experience with the Ortofon 2M “white” mono cartridge? I’m starting to get more mono LPs and wonder if it is worth purchasing a dedicated mono cartridge to get the best performance. I already have the 2M Blue and I can do the headshell swap.
Unfortunately, neither of my preamps has a mono switch.The 2m Mono isn’t a true mono cartridge. It’s strapped stereo- the same as pressing the stereo button on your amp.
This guy on Hoffman makes several external Mono switches. Feedback has always been good.Unfortunately, neither of my preamps has a mono switch.
I built a switch last year. Pretty easy. You can get all the parts from radio shack for like $20 and some basic soldering skills. I can't seem to find the pic I had on my phone. It has a small for factor. Bout the size of a pack of smokes.This guy on Hoffman makes several external Mono switches. Feedback has always been good.