Kuzma Stabi and Kuzma tonearm experience

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I won't get picky. Any thing you wish to contribute regarding Kuzma. I would particularly enjoy
hearing what (if any) sonic signature their tables/arms have. I am looking at a Stabi S (or S-12) and
one the their 313 gimbal arms. I have no local dealer, and their presence in the US is not strong, as
far as dealers having full table/arm setups. I think this is less true of their tonearms.
 
I was a long time user of a Kuzma products including XL, 4 point, airline, and a few of their carts. IMHO, Kuzma is a stellar company. Products are fully competitive with any other manufacturer. You get good support from the company and importer. In particular, the M turntable and 4 point represent some of the best you can buy at any price.

I have less experience with the products you mention. But feel free to PM with specific questions you may have.
 
the kuzma stabi s turntable with their stogi s se tonearm was recommended by a dealer as a quite high performance turntable at a somewhat entry level cost.

thought i would revive this thread to see if there are others who have had experience with this turntable or with kuzma products in general.
 
Kuzma makes outstanding sounding products and the support is great. I've had their Ref2 table and 11" 4Point arm for 2 years. Extremely easy to setup, use, and maintain. The machining and materials quality is top notch. Don't let the utilitarian look fool you.
 
I was very impressed and took the plunge on a decked out Stabi S, double platter, external drive and 4point 9 arm with their 40 cartridge all resting on a HRS M3X - everything has been ordered and should be here mid-October, review and photos will follow, I’m excited!

Albeit, the S design took me a little getting used to but believe it will compliment the steam punk meters on the DD.

In listening to many systems this was in the same league as higher dollar tables, around double putting this well into the 5 figure category but options and such have me in the high 4’s.

I believe no matter the setup you can’t go wrong. Stay tuned!


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UltraFast69 said:
I was very impressed and took the plunge on a decked out Stabi S, double platter, external drive and 4point 9 arm with their 40 cartridge all resting on a HRS M3X - everything has been ordered and should be here mid-October, review and photos will follow, I’m excited!

Albeit, the S design took me a little getting used to but believe it will compliment the steam punk meters on the DD.

In listening to many systems this was in the same league as higher dollar tables, around double putting this well into the 5 figure category but options and such have me in the high 4’s.

I believe no matter the setup you can’t go wrong. Stay tuned!
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congrats!! looks like a great configuration... i will be looking forward to the photos and comments.

the aesthetics are indeed unique but have been growing on me. perhaps, the black finish will tone things down a bit for my predominately wood finished system.

as i am also considering a few other analog systems, just curious which high dollar systems were in the mix for you?
 
aKnyght said:
congrats!! looks like a great configuration... i will be looking forward to the photos and comments.

the aesthetics are indeed unique but have been growing on me. perhaps, the black finish will tone things down a bit for my predominately wood finished system.

as i am also considering a few other analog systems, just curious which high dollar systems were in the mix for you?
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Thanks and yes, we’re still weeks away, but time will pass quick. Black just looks right.

Yes, photos and commentary.

In the running was the following brands and various price points; ClearAudio DC, Ovation and Innnovation, and Dr Feickert Volare and Woodpecker, Kuzma Stabi R - all nice, but went the route mentioned because when you start adding in everything else it adds up quick - it will be done right, and can’t wait!-


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the kuzma stabi r w/ one of the 4point tonearms is looking promising... any experience / thoughts on this one?

some details / spec at this link
 
both items you refer to are well thought out outstanding analog products that are close to SOTA in their price range.
 
XV-1 said:
both items you refer to are well thought out outstanding analog products that are close to SOTA in their price range.
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thanks for the post -- only other one in the mix at this point is the amg giro w/ the 9w2 tonearm at a somewhat lower price... any thoughts here vs the kuzma r + 4point? thanks!!
 
SME makes a new entry table, that includes a outboard motor control and arm - I forget the model and it’s unique looking like Kuzma but was a fine table


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UltraFast69 said:
Thanks and yes, we’re still weeks away, but time will pass quick. Black just looks right.

Yes, photos and commentary.

In the running was the following brands and various price points; ClearAudio DC, Ovation and Innnovation, and Dr Feickert Volare and Woodpecker, Kuzma Stabi R - all nice, but went the route mentioned because when you start adding in everything else it adds up quick - it will be done right, and can’t wait!-


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Congrats! Great selection. You’ll love it.


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aKnyght said:
the kuzma stabi r w/ one of the 4point tonearms is looking promising... any experience / thoughts on this one?

some details /
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Hello
Although this is my first post, I’m an old “silent reader”
As a new owner of the mentioned combo (stabi r + 4p) I can highly recommend it !!!
I was the owner for the last 3 years of another kuzma turntable/ arm combination, Stabi S and Ref 313 VTA arm.
The cartridge was and still is a Zyx ultimate omega.
The R + 4P is a very huge improvement. It’s not easy to point out what is responsible of what, but I guess the turntable contribute to the more bass extension and “solid sound” that I can easily hear on my room and the 4P creates a more three dimensional soundstage and better and more crystal highs...
The R is build like a tank, as every Kuzma gear I saw. Feels and looks awesome
I choose the Stabi R because his versatility to manage multiple arms (maybe a dream, but better be ready) and the DC motor and belt coming from the M model and the better platter and bearing.
About the 4P arm I don’t need to explain...
I must admit that until now I underestimate a little the importance of the turntable influence on the final result.... I was wrong.

The rest of my gear is an Andros 1.2 Zesto phonostage , Lumin T2, Luxman C 900, Karan KAS 400 driving Magico S3 mkII. The cables are all Nordost heimdall II

Best regards
Gabriel
 
gabweb said:
Hello
Although this is my first post, I’m an old “silent reader”
As a new owner of the mentioned combo (stabi r + 4p) I can highly recommend it !!!
I was the owner for the last 3 years of another kuzma turntable/ arm combination, Stabi S and Ref 313 VTA arm.
The cartridge was and still is a Zyx ultimate omega.
The R + 4P is a very huge improvement. It’s not easy to point out what is responsible of what, but I guess the turntable contribute to the more bass extension and “solid sound” that I can easily hear on my room and the 4P creates a more three dimensional soundstage and better and more crystal highs...
The R is build like a tank, as every Kuzma gear I saw. Feels and looks awesome
I choose the Stabi R because his versatility to manage multiple arms (maybe a dream, but better be ready) and the DC motor and belt coming from the M model and the better platter and bearing.
About the 4P arm I don’t need to explain...
I must admit that until now I underestimate a little the importance of the turntable influence on the final result.... I was wrong.

The rest of my gear is an Andros 1.2 Zesto phonostage , Lumin T2, Luxman C 900, Karan KAS 400 driving Magico S3 mkII. The cables are all Nordost heimdall II

Best regards
Gabriel
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Thanks for posting!


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gabweb said:
...Although this is my first post, I’m an old “silent reader”
As a new owner of the mentioned combo (stabi r + 4p) I can highly recommend it !!! ...
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welcome to the forum... you chose a great topic for your first post :-)

thanks for sharing your experience. great to hear you are happy with the stabi r + 4point combination... perhaps, the only thing left for me is decide upon a configuration for the stabi r and to choose between the 4point-11 or the 4point-9 !!
 
aKnyght said:
welcome to the forum... you chose a great topic for your first post :-)

thanks for sharing your experience. great to hear you are happy with the stabi r + 4point combination... perhaps, the only thing left for me is decide upon a configuration for the stabi r and to choose between the 4point-11 or the 4point-9 !!
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First world problems [emoji851]


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Thank you all for the welcome

aKnight, I was at the same crossroads, you will go right in every direction you’ll choose with Kuzma.
I went “solid and conservative” with the arm and picked the 11”...
About the plinth configuration, took the all black one-wing to let the option to add a second one in the future.
And then go for a 9” ;)
 
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