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Cartridge Damaged, need advise on getting new

My Dynavector DV-xx2 mk2 s missing the cantilever and stylus, a turntable cleaning accident.

https://www.dynavector.com/products/cart/e_xx2mk2.html

Would like to know what other cartridges I can explore in that price range. About $2k US

I loved the xx2 for its transparency and bass, with very good imaging and soundstage, I believe its strongest feature was its music detail retrieval and bass energy.

Please advise on what you might find in a similar or cheaper price range that might suit my requirements.

Also my tonearm is an opera consonance T1288, see details for cartridge compatibility.

http://www.opera-consonance.com/products/tonearm/T988_T1288.htm

Thanks Guys.
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kunalraiker OP
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Email Andy Kim at Needle Clinic. He did a fabulous job on my Clearaudio (bent canteliver). It sounds amazing and his turnaround is only about 3 days.

I did email Andy and he was quick to respond, believes its a simple job.
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kunalraiker OP
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I have sent my cartridge to Andy at needle clinic for a new cantilever and stylus.
Will advise once I get it back.
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kunalraiker OP
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Really, I was advised it may actually sound even better.
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kunalraiker OP
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I Did send my last broken Dynavector Karat to him previously, but he returned it saying the cantilever damage was not something he could fix.
I suspect it will be the same with this one.

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kunalraiker OP
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They do have a trade in program, I have sent a request to our local supplier, hope its a good deal.
But will also inquire about the retipping option.
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