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Buy Mono vs. Stereo LPs for Stereo Rig

Hi All,

I just heard Charlie Byrd's "Blues Sonata" ("Scherzo for an Old Shoe") for the first time and want to buy the LP. Recorded in mono in 1961, but later pressed as stereo. My cartridge (PC-1) is stereo. Which should I buy? In general, should mono LP's be just played on mono cartridges (or optimally so)? In general, if you have a stereo rig, is it better to buy the mono or stereo LP's? I know that some of the mono=>stereo conversions can be pretty wonky sometimes!
peter_s

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Do you have access to a set up with both Stereo and Mono? If so simply act on which you liked best.
I am part of the school of thought that you should try inexpensive solutions first. Such as summing the two mono outlets and then treating each channel as an equal partner as it connects to the rest of your current system. It always comes down to personal opinion and preferences. This thread has seen some very expensive advice which no doubt work as advertised, but are out of reach for mere mortals. You have indicated that your budget plays big part in this. I don't know how much you and wife can invest in this project. Remember whatever you like the best is the best for you.
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