[nnck]

Another simple question- just what the topis says:

Is a ruby cantilever any more likely to break or snap off than other common materials used to make them?

I know many will argue that ruby cantilevers will produce a better sound. I am not here to argue with that. But just want to know whether to take fragility into account when choosing my next cartridge. Everything else being equal, that is.

[FullRangeMan]

I unknow the point response, but there is various interesting tips in this thread (Boron x Ruby Cantilever):
http://www.audiokarma.org/forums/showthread.php?t=512540

[FullRangeMan]

double post

[blakep]

Is a ruby cantilever any more likely to break or snap off than other common materials used to make them?

Not in my experience. I've only had aluminum cantilevers for many years-had an MP11 Boron many, many moons ago.

Have been running with Soundsmith ruby cantilevers for about the past 4-5 years on 3 different cartridges and while they may appear visibly to be a bit more delicate than the aluminum cantilevers they've replaced they have not been in practice and have held up just fine.