If you want to invest up to 1500 quids in the broken cartridge you’d better buy another cartridge, maybe you will find something better. When my ZYX was broken and official service was extremely expensive i discovered the world of vintage MM cartridges and i have no intention to go back to ZYX MC anymore. Even if the re-tip is 300 quids i would go for a new cartridge first. Only if you have tried many cartridges and you know that this particular cartridge is definitely your favorite then it’s time for re-tip.
Best mc retip service
I am uk based and am looking to get my shelter 501 mk 2 rebuilt. Now the prices vary from about 80 for a new tip from one supplier to a full £1500 for a rebuild. I am gonna do a mini upgrade and change the cantilever and stylus so I am hoping for a better cartridge on return. So in your opinion who gives the best service? What is the rebuild method - is cantilever fully replaced? How is the new alignment etc.