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Best cartridge for a Schroeder Model 2

I have read some nice threads related to the best cartridge for a Schoeder DPS or Reference. I would not hesitate and go for a Koetsu Black....

But I own a Schroeder Model 2 (the cheap version, which is already a great arm), and the calculation mass/compliance of the Koetsu Black does not fit.

What cartridge would you recommend for a Schroder Model 2 ? (I have a DPS turntable and some Audio note amps).
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restock
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Do you have the Pertinax armwand or Carbon wand? Also, do you have the brass headshell available? That one adds some effective mass.

I am running a Allaerts MC1B and a Lyra Delos (backup) in mine (with Pertinax wand and Brass headshell for Allaerts and Aluminum headshell for the Delos).
restock
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I know the XX-2 pretty well and I would say the Delos is an improvement over the XX-2 in every way. Lyra willl give you a bit brighter top end compared to the XX-2 which may or may not be desired.

On the other hand if you like the Koetsu sound, I would recommend an Allaerts or Miyabi instead of the Lyra.
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