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Audio Technica AT33EV different versions? On RP6?

I was thinking of trying a low output MC on my new rega RP6. The Audio Technica AT33EV looks like a potentially good one that will not break the bank.

Does anyone know if there are different versions out or NOS being sold between these multiple price points:

Amazon - $351
http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT33EV-Moving-Cartridge/dp/B001J2KGDY

J&R - $500
http://www.jr.com/audiotechnica/pe/AT_AT33EV/#productTabDetails (some good reviews here)

Needle Doctor - $589
http://www.needledoctor.com/Audio-Technica-Cartridge-AT33EV?sc=2&category=363

Should I check for serial numbers, production dates or something else?

Has anyone tried this cartridge on rega arms, specifically the RP6 arm / table? Do people consider it a excellent, good or poor match? I've been told rega arms like high compliance carts and the AT33EV seems to be in the middle of that range. I would be using it with my Jasmine LP 2.0 mkII phono preamp. It looks like it comes with a nice protective stylus guart like the 95E or my current cart, the Ortofon MC-3 turbo.

Looking forward to see what people have to say about this combo. TIA.
sbrownnw

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johnnyb53
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If you check with the Amazon listings for the AT33EV, you'll find that they are for the most part Japanese vendors. Now, before you pay an extra $200 to get the AT33PTG from Audiocubes2, check Amazon again, and you'll see that the Japanese vendor partners on Amazon go as low as $518 for the AT33PTG/II. While Audiocubes2 has good customer service according to customer feedback , so does Amazon, and you can save nearly $200 besides.

Also, before buying from a Japanese vendor, always check with LPgear.com first. If they can stock it, there's a good chance they have a better price.
johnnyb53
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05-26-13: Sbrownnw
2juki has received quite positive feedback on this forum plus eBay offers buyers protection along with my credit card company, so will probably go that route.
Are you talking about the AT33EV or AT33PTG? Right now 2juki has the AT33EV but not the PTG. I think it's worth going for the PTG to move up from an elliptical stylus to a MicroLine. The MicroLine is particularly desirable on a MC cart because--according to my local turntable specialty dealer--that stylus shape lasts a lot longer than other stylus shapes. I have around 3000 hours on my original AT150MLX MicroLine stylus with no hint of wear, distortion, or mistracking.

There are several Japanese vendors on Amazon with high satisfaction ratings.
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