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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.
kunalraiker

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tomic601
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I have had Peter rebuild some Benz carts for me ( up to Ebony L ) and the work and process and communication is all first rate. The reality is they come back sounding different for SURE.

I have certainly heard his stuff up thru Carmen and he js a designer of note - but he shouldn’t be your only source - only one person on earth knows everything and feels confident recommending products he has never heard.

Lyra and Hana would both be on my shortlist as well as Dynavector. Hoping that Dyna discount program works out.

best

Jim
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