rossb Posted February 6, 2018 Share Posted February 6, 2018 SOLD Item: Kuzma Stabi S in black with electronic PSU upgrade, SD (two arm) upgrade kit and 12 inch arm kit, Stogi Reference arm (9 inch) and Stogi Reference 313 arm (12 inch) Location: Sydney (lower North Shore) Price: $2900 (turntable and upgrades), $1900 for 9" Stogi Ref and $2500 for 12" Stogi Ref Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: Upgraded to Stabi Ref Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: See below Pictures: See below For sale is my Kuzma Stabi S turntable, purchased from Sonic Purity in 2016. Last year I upgraded to the Stabi Reference turntable, but I liked the Stabi S so much that I decided to keep it as well. But I have come to realise that having two turntables is a luxury I cannot afford either financially or in terms of rack space. So my Stabi S is up for sale. This is not the standard Stabi S, however. It has the electronic PSU upgrade, which is a major improvement. It also has the kit which allows it to use two arms, and the separate kit to allow the use of a 12 inch arm instead of - or as well as - a 9 inch arm. So the turntable can be configured with either a single 9 inch arm, two 9 inch arms, or a 9 and 12 inch arm. I also will include armboards for a Linn/Jelco mount, and for a Rega 3 point mount, and can also supply a Rega arm for $200. Because there a number of possible configurations, I can offer the following options: Turntable only with electronic PSU and the two arm and 12 inch arm kits, but no arm As above but with one arm - either 9 inch or 12 inch As above with both arms. As above with a Rega arm for an additional $200. I can also sell the arms separately, if anyone is interested in these, as well as the SD (two arm) and 12 inch kits. If you are not located too far away, I am also happy to help set up the turntable and install a cartridge. This turntable followed some much more expensive turntables which I had owned and the Stabi S was to my ears better than all of them. While the Stabi Reference which replaced it is better than the Stabi S, with a Stogi Ref arm, the difference is surprisingly small. If I hadn't bought the Stabi Ref, I could easily live with this turntable. I have original boxes for the turntable, arms and attachments, but because it is big and bulky my strong preference is for local pick up. Please note also that everything is boxed up so I am unable to demonstrate the turntable. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pegasus Posted February 7, 2018 Share Posted February 7, 2018 That's pretty good pricing. I love my Stabi S. GLWTS. For what it's worth, Kuzma arms use Linn geometry, so will fit on a LP12. I just fitted a Stogi arm to my LP12 (yes I too have the luxury of multiple TTs, but will be selling my Pink triangle P Too soon). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PKay Posted February 7, 2018 Share Posted February 7, 2018 I have a similar setup with a different arm and would be willing to demo for serious interested parties. I’m in Artarmon and close to Ross. In my opinion this is the best value going around. You need to spend substantially more for very little (if any) improvement. This is one of the most musical turntables at any price. I was originally buying mine for a short time planning on upgrading to the Ref but I have now changed my mind. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djb Posted February 7, 2018 Share Posted February 7, 2018 @Point source Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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MrBurns84 Posted February 7, 2018 Share Posted February 7, 2018 @Everyone - bargain alert 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t_mike Posted February 7, 2018 Share Posted February 7, 2018 If it's of any help, I'll be driving from Goulburn to Adelaide in about 3 1/2 weeks to attend Womadelaide. I can assist with transport in that direction. Could also meet up with a Melbournite at Albury. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rossb Posted February 7, 2018 Author Share Posted February 7, 2018 Thanks, t_mike, that's very generous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gz76 Posted February 7, 2018 Share Posted February 7, 2018 @rossb I take it the PSU can't be sold separately then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rossb Posted February 7, 2018 Author Share Posted February 7, 2018 No, the motor unit requires the PSU to operate. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hugo_wilco Posted February 7, 2018 Share Posted February 7, 2018 Wow!!!!! Great TT and amazing arms. GLWS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Citroen Posted February 7, 2018 Share Posted February 7, 2018 Hi Ross, A few questions. 1. How old is the 313 arm? 2. Terminated in RCAs? 3. It looks like the large circular base place is not used with the kit. Is this included, or even needed for other turntables? 4. How is VTA adjusted? Cheers Cliff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rossb Posted February 7, 2018 Author Share Posted February 7, 2018 Hi Cliff, 1. The arm was bought in around September/October last year, so only a few months old. 2. Yes, terminated in RCAs. 3. The 313 arm does have a mounting collar for other turntables. 4. VTA is adjusted by the old fashioned grub screw method - ie loosen the grub screw, lift or lower arm in the collar, and then re-tighten grub screw. Ross Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Citroen Posted February 7, 2018 Share Posted February 7, 2018 You've given me all the right answers I need. Damn. Now I need to consult "the bank". Will be in touch soon. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thewaves Posted February 8, 2018 Share Posted February 8, 2018 PMd' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerryO Posted February 8, 2018 Share Posted February 8, 2018 (edited) While new to hifi still I have learnt quickly to dread seeing any advert that Ross puts up with a FS in it. Why? because without looking I know it will most certainly be something that I would really like to buy if I had the spare readies, which to date I never have. GLWTS Ross, not that you will need it. cheers Terry Edited February 8, 2018 by TerryO 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PKay Posted February 8, 2018 Share Posted February 8, 2018 27 minutes ago, TerryO said: While new to hifi still I have learnt quickly to dread seeing any advert that Ross puts up with a FS in it. Why? because without looking I know it will most certainly be something that I would really like to buy if I had the spare readies, which to date I never have. GLWTS Ross, not that you will need it. cheers Terry Having heard the Kuzma Stabi S I went out and bought one. There is nothing entry level about this turntable - appearances are definitely deceptive in this case. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rossb Posted February 16, 2018 Author Share Posted February 16, 2018 Now all sold, pending payment, except for the 12 inch Stogi Reference arm, which is still available. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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