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rates shown below. We have commented on the significance of the
upgrades and the main feature upgrades involved.
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MK2 UPGRADE
The MK2 upgrade has astonished users who have upgraded to it and has
to rate as one of the best value upgrades available. The arm tube is changed
in this upgrade which means a complete rebuild. Simply send the arm back
to us or your dealer and we will ensure a turn around of less than a week
under normal circumstances.
| MK2
UPGRADE |
Silver |
Encounter |
Illustrious |
Conqueror |
| MK1 TO MK2 UPGRADE PRICE |
£150 |
£150 |
£300 |
£300 |
| Performance increase |
massive |
massive |
massive |
massive |
| Feature upgrades |
MK2 arm tube |
MK2 arm tube |
MK2 high torsion arm tube |
MK2 high torsion arm tube |
MK3 Model
The MK3 model is a significant upgrade on all arms
except the Silver. Generaly almost every part in the arm is replaced.
The dual pivot and integral vta has meant a complete evolution
of most parts hence the value is higher. The table below outlines
the expected performance increase along with the new features
of the model. The MK1 and MK2 cannot be upgraded to MK3
so please phone for a part exchange price.
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| UPGRADE |
Silver |
Encounter |
Illustrious |
Conqueror |
Performance increase
Mk 2 to Mk3 - Exchange basis ony phone or e-mail for quote |
worthwhile
No exchange needed |
seriously worthwhile |
seriously worthwhile |
high |
MK3
Features |
improved arm tube |
dual pivot bearing &
new yoke
integral VTA adjuster
Curved finger lift on headshell
New stub & counterweight
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dual pivot bearing &
new yoke
integral VTA adjuster
Curved finger lift on headshell
Polished arm plate
New stub & counterweight
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dual pivot bearing &
new yoke
integral VTA adjuster
Curved finger lift on headshell
Polished arm plate
New stub & counterweight
Special low resonance arm tube
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MK3C
Features
You can upgrade from MK3 to MK3C
The carbon hybrid tubes for each model can be fitted to
all arms - Mk1, Mk2& MK3 versions This represents a very significant
upgrade. |
Damped carbon arm tube and bonded rear stub £245
This can be fitted to ALL Silver arms i.e MK1,2 or 3 |
Damped carbon arm tube and bonded rear stub £245 |
hybrid carbon arm tube and ultra rigid bonded rear stub
£600 |
hybrid carbon arm tube and ultra rigid bonded rear stub
£600
Linear Flow 2 - balanced and shielded arm cable
£380 |
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Note - Linear Flow 2 external
cable ( balanced and screeened) can be added to all arms regardless
of model and age £380
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The Enterprise has two major upgrades, both of
which occurred in 2009
A) The hybrid carbon arm tube and ultra rigid bonded rear stub £600
B) Linear Flow 2 - balanced and shielded arm cable £380
How to identify MK1, MK2, Mk3 & Mk3C arms
If you are uncertain what version of arm you have the following features
make easy identification possible
MK1 and Mk 2 arms
Mk 1 arms do not have a dowel pin as shown in the photo - this
is the definitive difference. Note - some Mk2 arms have a short
aluminium sleeve covering the dowel pin,
The arm tube is 12.5mm Diameter on MK1 Silvers and 10mm diameter
on MK2 Silvers.
MK2 versions are available for the Silver, Encounter, illustrious,
Conqueror |
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MK3 Mk
3 arm tubes can be lifted by nearly 1mm in the bearing house due
to the fact that there is no conventional gimball bearing on the
horizontal axle.
Another distinguishing feature is the integral vta adjuster wheel
shown opposite.
MK3 versions are available for Encounter, illustrious, Conqueror.
MK3 Silver arms all have serial number over 1000 - Note all arms
prior to 10 May 2007 do not have serial numbers.
May 2007 is the time Mk3 arms were introduced.
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| Enterprise - Serial number 1058 and above have additional
rigid internal damping 02/07/2007 |
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MK3C -
The C represents a special Carbon tube introduced throughout 2009
starting with the Enterprise.
The carbon tubes can be identified by the distinctive headshell
joint with the tube - see photo or the black gloss portion of the
tube itself.
Linear Flow 2 external arm cable - a balanced and fully shielded
cable was also introduced for all arms as an option but fitted as
standard to all Conqueror MK3C and Enterprise MK3C arms.
Linear Flow 2 external arm cable is easily identified as it has
a black braid covering aso opposed to the smooth insulation on the
other external cables. |
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EXCHANGE YOUR CURRENT ARM
If you wish to upgrade your arm to a higher version then we offer an
exchange scheme - this only applies if you are dealing with us directly.
A dealer may offer you a different exchange amount for your existing arm
and this is his decision.
Exchange of MK1 or MK2 Illustrious for MK3C Illustrious - order payment
is £900
Exchange of MK1 or MK2 Illustrious for MK3C Conqueror - order payment
is £1400
Exchange of MK1 or MK2 Illustrious for Enterprise C - order payment is
£3000
If you have a different arm that you wish to upgrade then please e-mail
or phone us.
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