Thanks to all. I should mention that I use a Luxman C-1010 preamp which will play both MM & MC cartridges. I also use a Apt Holman preamp which can only do MM without a separate MC board. I have not had a chance to listen to any of the cartridges which are mentioned. It's difficult to find stores where you can actually audition different cartridges. I know of all the cartridges mentioned except the 2M Black. I have also heard the Sumiko Blue Point Special might be a good one to investigate. Any thoughts about that? BTW my speakers are Magnepan 3.3R's if that makes any difference and I am using 2 Carver M500T's as monoblocks.
Should I worry about the total weight of the cartridge and or the tracking force? I'm really looking for the best sounding cartridge, MM or MC if that means anything.
Any other hints will be especially helpful. Merci!
Should I worry about the total weight of the cartridge and or the tracking force? I'm really looking for the best sounding cartridge, MM or MC if that means anything.
Any other hints will be especially helpful. Merci!