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Best Cartridge for $1000-$1350?

Hello... I have an RPM3 turntabe (Sumiko Blue Point No. 2) with a Tube DS preamp (Golden Lion tubes). Im considering upgrading the cartridge. What MC cartridge in the price range of $1000-$1350 works good with this type of turntable/tonearm and preamp? I listen to Classic Rock (40%), Pop (30%), Greek (20%), Jazz/Orchestra (10%). In order of importance: Sonics, Soundstage, Air, Musical, Detail, Frequency Response, I guess the holy grail. Hope you can help. Thanks.
deanshias

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rauliruegas
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Dear @fjn04 ; Is extremely dificult to say " to much true teller for me " with out listen it. Unfortunatelly with phono cartridges we can't do it beforen  pull the triger.

Now, the AT VM760 as the Ortofon comes from a very high " pedigree " manufacturer as an Audio Technica that's a guarantee just by its name but the VM720 is the latest designs:

https://www.audio-technica.com/cms/cartridges/6637a2f0787470c3/index.html#BVRRWidgetID

you can't wrong with in anyway. Go a head ! and have fun and come back to share your newest experiences with.

Regards and enjoy the MUSIC NOT DISTORTIONS,
R.
rauliruegas
13,125 posts
 
Dear @deanshias: The today Sumiko ones beats the one you own, you can try it and are inside your targets:

http://www.sumikoaudio.net/en-us/our-brands/sumiko-phono-cartridges/products/reference-series

the Shelter 501MK3 is very good option too and fulfill your needs.

These are other good alternatives:

https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lis93bih-lyra-delos-cartridges

https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lis93g5c-dynavector-dv-xx2-mkii-like-new-cartridges

R.
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