Cartridge rebuild?

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CoolMrSteve

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I have a Lyra Argo-i that had it's cantilever snapped off after an unfortunate run-in with an intoxicated friend of mine. Is there anything I can do to salvage it, such as a rebuild through Lyra? I absolutely loved the cartridge, but I really can't afford another one right now (this one came as a package deal with my turntable). Any help would be appreciated!
 
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There are other companies that will rebuild your Lyra but I tend to go with the original maker for rebuilds. They tend to run from 40-60% the cost of a new cartridge.

Grumpy
 
grumpy said:
There are other companies that will rebuild your Lyra but I tend to go with the original maker for rebuilds.
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I assume the other companies would charge less? I would like to go through Lyra for piece of mind, but is there any other reason to not go with a different, cheaper company?
 
you may want to consider SoundSmith. I can't vouch for their rebuilds bu many have been happy w/ their Denon 103R rebuilds.
 
As far as I know, SoundSmith will not rebuild a cartridge with a missing cantilever? Only whole and worn out cartridges. But, if they will, they have a good reputation.

If it was me, it would be headed back to Lyra for a factory rebuild. That way you know exactly what you are getting :)
 
They do replacement of cantilever as well as tip so I'd think that they might rebuild cartridges with a missing cantilever. I haven't done that so can't say for sure but a lot of people have been very happy with their cantilever replacement and retipping. I would consider it if money were an issue...although I'd agree with Grumpy that the orig manufacturer is probably best to be sure to get the sound that you liked.

http://www.sound-smith.com/retip/
 
Well, I called a Lyra dealer, and they told me they have an exchange program instead of rebuilding, as rebuilding would cost about the same. If I give them my broken Argo-i they will give me a new one for $1000, whereas a new one would be $1500. I called Soundsmith and they should be calling me back soon. At this point, unless anyone has any suggestions, I will probably be looking for a Dynavector 20x to replace it. Do people buy cartridges with missing cantilevers?
 
Yes, they do, particularly when there's an exchange program like you just described.
 
BrocLuno said:
As far as I know, SoundSmith will not rebuild a cartridge with a missing cantilever? Only whole and worn out cartridges. But, if they will, they have a good reputation.

If it was me, it would be headed back to Lyra for a factory rebuild. That way you know exactly what you are getting :)
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sure they do, fixing broken cantilevers is one of their main businesses. I had my denon 103r upgraded with a ruby cantilever and line contact stylus.

I know that they are really backed-up however. Last I heard is was over 2 months for repairs.
 
I have had equipment at Soundsmith for repair. I would suggest getting a firm time frame for repair. 6 to 8 months turn around is nothing for them. I personally have had trouble getting them to return communication also.

Good Luck
 
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