Lyra Delos Phono Cartridge From Music Direct Sweepstakes
According to Music Direct:
The new design of the Lyra Delos allows the coils of the cartridge to stay aligned with the magnetic circuit while the tracking force is applied. What does this mean? Well, in a nutshell, it means Lyra head designer Jonathan Carr has discovered a way to keep the angles in perfect alignment at all times. This allows the Delos to track better; clearly improving sound quality, particularly low-level resolution, dynamic range, transient impact, and immediacy. It delivers all the accuracy, detail and overall musicality all analog lovers crave.Keeping the proper angular alignment prevents the formation of any strong and directional flux that could otherwise flow constantly from the magnetic circuit into the signal core, and enables the Delos' core to move with equal ease in all directions, for optimal performance.
The Delos also has a Microridge stylus on a boron cantilever for outstanding tracking, a non-parallel solid machined metal body for low resonances, and 6-N high-purity copper coils and nude construction for greater clarity. The result is clearly improved sound quality, particularly resolution, tracking ability, dynamic range, transient impact and immediacy.
This is no subtle advance, and one you’ll soon see creeping its way up into the more expensive Lyra line. Hear for yourself how a newer, better angle on LP reproduction can sound.
Click here for more info on the Lyra Delos Phono Cartridge.
To enter the sweepstakes, all you need is an account on AnalogPlanet.com. If you don't already have one, click on the link labeled "register" at the bottom of this announcement or "Create new account" in the right column. Then, enter a username and a valid e-mail address, and click on the "Create new account" button. A message will be automatically sent to the e-mail address you specified, which will include a link to activate the account.
You can enter once on AnalogPlanet.com. No more than one entry allowed.
The final step (and only step for those who already have an account) is to log in and leave a comment right here on this announcement—any comment will do, as long as it's not profane or spam. Then, when the sweepstakes closes, a lucky commenter will be chosen at random to receive the prize. So post a comment, and good luck!
For complete sweepstakes rules, click here.
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The Delos is a wonderful cartridge. A friend of mine has one (or did until he accidentally broke off the cantilever!), and it was a lovely sounding cartridge. I own a Kleos, and it's even better, but the Delos hits the sweet spot in the price/performance ratio of high-end phono cartridges.
Sign me up! I'd love to hear what this baby can do!
Yup! Looks like it sounds good to me! :)
...lest it come true." Well, here's hoping it does.
Yes! A Lyra for me
Sounds very intriguing for sure, would love to hear it on my Sota Sapphire!
Great offer, count me in. Thanks!!
I would love a shot at winning this cartdige. My Benz Micro H2 is 10 years old and I am ready for a change!
i was thinking about going in this direction for my next cart...
The weak link in my TT set-up is my cart. So this would be a sweet upgrade!
Great site Michael. I've come to value your record reviews very much. Like so many other reviewers work, they aren't always filled with love and drool.
Keep it up.
Jerry
Great cartridge! Sign me up!
Love Lyra... they really make great cartridges...
Cool. Hope I win
And this would be a nice one
I am a newbie to decent audio, but not to the music... Am thinking of buying a VPI Scout 2 later this year. Would love to hear folks' thoughts on how well the Lyra mates with that table. Also, what do folks think about how it compares to the Grado Reference 1 or the Goldring Legacy? Thanks in advance for your thoughts.
Would love to have that cartridge gliding in the groove of my 200 gram Tommy by the Who
Might need another armwand for my Classic. Wonder how it would compare to my Zephyr
...because I'd let you come over and hear how the Lyra sounds when it digs through the groove on my Teddy Pendergrass records. I think you'll like what you hear...
Very cool - looks like a nice design!
Best,
Jeff
Great site. Enjoyed hearing from you at THE Show in Newport.
What a nice upgrade this would be to my Dyna10X5
That would sound good on my P2!
My fingers and toes are crossed.
Please count me in!
Does it come in black? ;)
Would love to win. Thanks for the chance.
Wow, would this cartridge sound good in my VPI Classic and JC3 phono stage.
Would really love to win this!
Loving the new site.
But then Id have to get a better tt pre amp and. . . That escalated quickly.
Good Luck to the winner!
Thanks for your consideration.
Count me in! My TT needs a new cart. Thanks
I've never owned a brand new high end cartridge. Wouldn't it be grand to start with this one?
-Dogwan
I would love to hear my collection through this cart.
entered
Would love to hear it
and a free Lyra Delos would sure be nice!
I would enjoy a new cartridge very much!
Would love to hear a Lyra in my system!
... in order that I could do so here. I feel better now.
Mike, do you think the VTA would be acceptable on a Rega RP3/RP6, or would spacers be required?
pick me pick me! great web site mickey !
One small step for Lyra, one giant step for my 'table!
I would love to have a Lyra MC. Hope I win!
Love these giveaways!
I never win sweepstakes. Maybe my luck will now change. This looks like a lovely cartridge.
Thanks!
Lyra cartridges are great!
wowzers
Sorry guys. I gotta have this one for me. One-day shipment, please!
This would be a crazy good upgrade!
I promise to take good care of it :)
Sign me up! Would love to hear this amazing cartridge ...
I would like to win the Delos. I have read many great things about this cartridge.
I'm looking to catch a Lyra!!!
Happy Listener ;^)>
I'd like to win this cartridge so I have an excuse to upgrade my turntable.
I am getting ready to step up to a new turntable. I figure that I could have Music Direct just install the new Delos before they send it to me!!
thanks.
will make my Rega P25 sound even better!
Keep the analog flame burning!
Count me in on this one!
I've heard this cartridge a few times and love it, just wish I had the money....
I'd love to win this.
:)
(repeat in chorus)
That cartridge would look great on my rega!
I'm sure I can find a place for it in my system.....
I'd love to win. Thanks for the chance. That cartridge would look nice on my Kuzma tone arm.
I am looking for a new cartridge anyway. Would be great to win!
Subject says it all. Hope I'm a winner....
I think it's my turn to win something.
......and mahalo!
hi mikey, you triggered me back into vinyl 20 years ago, I have not regretted a single moment of it, thanks for that and thanks also for the rave review of the kuzma 4point, I love it !
roberto
I could use another cart for my lenco table.
OH Yeah! This would be awsome.
To win would be a dream come true!
Make it a truly global comp send it downunder!
With a effective mass of 7.7 grams, this would create a 12 Hz resonance frequency. It's in the sweet spot!
This would be a nice upgrade from my AT30! Mine, Mine MINE!
Because I'd have to upgrade my turntable to match my new cartridge! VPI Classic 3, here I come?
Will be a perfect match for my LP12 (I just bought one new:)
Like a couple of folks have said, my carts have all been budget. Decent, but budget. The next step up the ladder to analog nirvana seems....just....within....my grasp.
Oh my she is a beaut.
Pick me please.
Thank you in advance.
Winning this would be the sugar in my coffee, the salt in my stew.
I'd love to hear this in my system!
Love the site, and this would be a great upgrade (but would force additional ones...sigh)
It would be very nice to hear a Lyra in my system, so winning the Delos would be awesome. Thank you to Music Direct and Analog Planet for this sweepstakes, and congratulations to the VPI Traveler winner.
I'll bet my CDs will sound great with this! (just kidding!)
Thanks to the sponsor for this opporunity. Drool drool drool
I would love to upgrade my cartridge. This one seems like an option but winning one would be great!
This would be a great excuse to upgrade my table.
But I'll take one!!! Thanks Michael, great contest! :)
very taut and lovely. goes for the mids also. heard it - love to win one.
If I don't win I'll HANG myself. or at the very least stop bathing. Do you really want that on you're conscience Mickey?
so I could surely use this new one!
Need to buy a better turntable to use this cartridge with, if I win. :)
Hmmm ..... wondering if match with my Music Hall MMF 9.1
I've been planning to buy one of these. It sure would be awesome to win this one instead.
Make me the one winner, please.
I dream winning this fabulous cartridge.
Delos oh Delos, how I covet thee...
After years of running digital-only systems I just got my first turntable. Frankly speaking I am a hopless newbie when it comes to vinyl and there seems to be alot of things to learn, but I could definitely use this Lyra Cartridge :D
I'm in!
Well, I could never afford a cartridge like this. I'd love to hear it on my table!
Excellent promotion!
Thanks
...I'll take it!
Thank You.
Time for me to upgrade! I would love this one.
I've never experienced a cartridge this nice...my fingers crossed!
I use a Delos with my Rega P9 - a very fine combination. The time spent with setup will reward you with very fine musical reproduction.
Would love to hear the new Lyra in my old Dynavector 501 tonearm. Should be a good compliance match.
...Then again, wouldn't we all. Good luck to us all!
I once met Mr Carr in Tokyo and realised that he was the kinda man to make cartridges. I also then realised that I am not. However, I do love his designs, which I have never been able to afford - it would be a step up from the Denon 103R currently riding in the DIY Ladegaard-ish arm :)
I once met Mr Carr in Tokyo and realised that he was the kinda man to make cartridges. I also then realised that I am not. However, I do love his designs, which I have never been able to afford - it would be a step up from the Denon 103R currently riding in the DIY Ladegaard-ish arm :)
I've heard a lot about Lyra carts but have not actually heard one. I thing this cart will work well with the George-Warren Turntable.
Hey!
Man! Would love to win this one. After couple of years and hours on my cart I think it is time for a new one soon when budget allowed.
Would be cool to win this!
Reborn vinyl enthusiast here. Would love to have a chance in winning a top-tier cartridge like the Lyra. I'm sure it will make my entry-level Pro-Ject Debut Carbon sound even better!
Oooh, pick me! Pick me!
A great opportunity to demo something different. Keep up the good work Mike+co
I hope for once I win Something!
I have never owned an MC cart so if I were to win this, it would bring a whole new listening experience for me! Thank you for giving us the opportunity to win this wonderful cartridge!
Excellent cartridge!! I'd love to have it in my system.
I've just bought a new cart, and this was on the fringes of my short list (not sure we can get these in South Africa), so I hope my luck is in for this draw, it would be a great comparison to the Ortofon Cadenza Blue!
Used to have the Audioquest 7000 and I understand Lyra is made by the same people. I would love to try it!
I currently have a Lyra Clavis that I have owned for the last 8 years, and have a rim drive upgrade for my Super Scoutmaster on order from Music Direct. It is coming up on time to replace the Clavis, so this would fit in nicely.
I hope I win! would love a new cartridge.
Nice. Loving all these sweepstakes
But especially to me! ;)
Sign me up. I'll be curious to see how it compares to my Benz.
Nice Cart.
This would be a double dipped cream dream to win this badboy. fingers crossed...
I also bought my TT from music direct and my record cleaner. my current needle was bent by a guest.
Thanks
I could really use the upgrade from my AT moving coil!
Thanks in advance!
Good music washes the worries of life away and analog conveys that message in spades. Vinyl rules!
present system is a vpi scout, jmw-9sig arm, & benz micro ace sm cartridge. the ace is due for a retip or upgrade. i think the delos would fit nicely, don't you?
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Would love to add this to my clearaudio TT
The Lyra Delos cost more than my Rega P3, but if I win I'll let you know how it sounds. Please add my name to the hat.
This cartridge looks magnificent! I would love to win one. Your site is great too by the way.
thanks for the opportunity to win.
Eet's very nice.
I'll need to get a TT to match the cartridge, but that's a good reason.
Well even though I live in Canada I am entering this contest because I am hoping that if my name is drawn, you will give it to my brother in law who lives in New Jersey :-)
...the perfect way to make me get a better turntable!
I'd like to win! I promise to enjoy it...
I'd love to have one of those!
I need a great cartridge for my new Dobbins Garrard 301.
I already know it sounds great because a friend of mine has one. And we both have the same turntable and arm ( linn sondek LP12/ ittok LV II). I will have to invest in a MC phono stage.
Hello AP,
It would be nice to win this cartridge.
David
I never win contests, but it would be nice to try a Lyra cartridge!
And I can handle that (and somehow hide from my wife)
If I win this I would have to buy a new table. My old one doesn't fit in my new rack. What a great problem to have. HeHe
Sure would make a pretty trophy on my turntable!
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