AT OC9 MLii channel problem


I have a Linn LP12 with a Jelco 750D arm.  I have a Dynavector 17D3, an AT OC9 MLii, and a Grado Gold 2 cartridge.

The Grado is too high compliance and doesn't pair well.  The Dynavector is very nice.  I went to try my OC9 and one of the channels is not playing.  

Could this be a headshell issue?  Or more likely a cartridge issue?

I would like suggestions for the OC9.  Send it to Audio Technica for repair?  Send it to Soundsmith?  Other thoughts?

Thank you.
sjackso1

Showing 3 responses by yogiboy

Are you using the same headshell with the OC9 and the 17D3? If you are then it is a cartridge problem!
Put the OC9 in the Jelco headshell. If it works then the problem is the Ortofon head shell. It can also be the headshell wires!
Send it to Audio Technica. Most likely they will send you a replacement at no charge !