Now available for audition in New York City,
Soundsmith's remarkable Strain Gauge phono cartridge system.


We refer to it as cartridge system, because it is comprised of (some audiogoner's say)
the best phono cartridge they have ever heard, with an included fully
balanced phono stage as well as a variable out line stage.

The Strain Gauge offers the lowest moving mass available, allowing the stylus to stay in intimate contact
with the LP groove wall, finally allowing one to hear all the information embedded in the LP grooves.

The Strain Gauge is also a great investment, in that instead of replacing a worn phono
cartridge every 2-3 years, Soundsmith's thoughtful design allows the user to simply remove the stylus,
and replace it with another in a matter of seconds.

Gone are the days of wondering if you just wrecked your expensive phono cart while installing or during a mishap.
Imagine being able to install or transport your precious cartridge without it's stylus attached!
We can attest to the fact that anxiety about dealing with a fragile stylus is simply gone.

Think your stylus may be worn, just pop in your low cost backup and compare to the sound of a brand new stylus.
Also the ability to purchase different stylus profiles, make the Strain Gauge the most versatile cartridge system available.
Use the "optimized contour" stylus on your LP's that are in good condition, while inserting the "nude contact line"
for those amazing slightly worn used Blue Notes or Shaded Dogs, that are less pristine.
Have a bunch of uncleaned LP's you would never think of playing on your high end cart due to wear?
Just pop in one of the even lower cost styli, and never worry about costly stylus wear again.

Imagine letting your kids or significant other use your costly analog rig with no fear of damage to your expensive cartridge!
The Strain Gauge system can also be the heart of your stereo by acting as a line stage,
with one to four inputs (depending on model) and using it's incredibly transparent variable remote output stage.

When visiting Manhattan, please call to audition perhaps the greatest innovation in LP playback, convenience, and long term affordability.

TRIODE PICTURE + SOUND

212-772-0860

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