2. analog
  3. 1322401331

Analog Gurus - What cartridge after Grado Ref 1???

Gurus,

I have the Grado Ref 1 wood body ($350) at the moment after giving away my Koetsu Rosewood.I need a cartridge that will blow me away when the needle hits the grove for $1k or under compared to what I have.

Tried this and some other fancy cartridges so far that was well over $1k and could not justify the $$$$ relative to my current Grado:

Clearaudio Aurum Beta 2
Audio-Technica OC9ML/III Phono Cartridge

I have tried the Sumiko $700 range as well.

Turntable is: Michell Orbe Ref
Tonearm - SME mk4
Tube System
Phono Preamp: Nelson Pass X-Ono

Appreciate the suggestions

Ravi
rapogee

Showing 1 response by kevvwill

kevvwill
70 posts
 
You have what I call the "Grado Problem." That company makes lovely, musical cartridges that make it very difficult to find something significantly netter at a sane price point. I didn't even try. I love my Reference Sonata/PH-1 combo.

I would say if you're happy with your music, stop. Your exit point has been reached.
More to discover