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Benz Glider vs Dynavector DV-17D3 phono cartridge

I have a Townshend Rock MkIII table with a Rega 300 arm. I am currently using an older Glider high output cartridge that I need to replace. My phono preamp is the Ray Samuels Nighthawk which can accomodate a low output cartridge. I value midrange purity in voices and a lively, true to the rhythm sound. I listen to a wide range of music from symphonies to folk. I am looking at cartridges that I can secure in the $1000 range and right now am looking at the new Benz Glider or Dynavector DV-17D3 cartridges, but I am also open to other options. Appreciate any suggestions. Thanks
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Both are a good match (warning - dealer disclaimer - I sell both of these cartridges).

The 17d3 is a bit more robust down low than the Benz is however, and with the Rega's tendency to exaggerate this frequency band, you might find the Dyna/Rega combo to a bit be too much - even if you were to perform counterweight mods.

For this reason, I'd stay with the Glider/Artisan Tutti.

This is close, and if you did not have both cartridges to compare against, I doubt you'd care.

Cheers,
Thom @ Galibier
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