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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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jfiveeight
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I'm going to bump and hijack this thread. I am having the same dilemma, both of these carts have great things said about them. I see above that my rega rb250 arm may be a better match with the Benz but I want to be sure since I really don't plan on buying anything else past this point.

My setup: funk firm turntable with rb250, dynavector p75mk2 preamplifier.

Current cart is a denon dl-160 and I like it but would like to explore the higher ranges.
sounds_real_audio
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Jfiveeight

You might look into Pete Riggles VTA. A very cheap upgrade for the Rega. Stick with the Denon.
jfiveeight
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The mounting collar allows me to adjust the VTA just fine.

One online review site saw fit to mate the funk turntable/rb250 combo to a Van De Hul Condor, staying with the budget Denon doesn't make sense to me if my setup can achieve more.
mordante
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Personally I think that Lyra carts are better (maybe just different) then Benz. I have heard the glider and ace in a VPI acout but I prefered the Lyra Dorian. Remeber this is my opinion.
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geoch
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Kuzma STOGI REF/DV-17D3
Try to find both second hand, as they are build to last.

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