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Best P-Mount Cartridge MC or MM

I own some linear tracking Technics turntables. The issue that I find least discussed with them is the fact that they are almost always delivered with a POS AT P-Mount cartridge. I bought one with an original Technics cartridge which is very rare and was an OEM MC! but I don't know much else. Mine is on the worn out side which I assume is what happened to them.
What I seek is a more detailed crisper airy top end and a warm mid with a tight bass. Anyone know which cartridges to try?
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vegasears
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I use a Technics SL-10 with MC 310 cartridge. Which is something special. Sadly the 310 is super expensive if you can find them at all.

I also use a Ortofon OM 10 Super Phono MM Cartridge with a Ortofon 40 Stylus. It is the best P-Mount Cartridge I've tried.

I did try a Pickering TL-2S which I found not to my taste.

I close friend with golden ears has tried the Ortofon X1-MCP and said and I quote "Its junk" but I have not tried it myself.

Good luck
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