cartridge ideas $200-$300.......

I heard the the Dyna 20XL beats the Denon DL-103 by a bit but a used cartridge is dicey. You might get lucky, you might not.

A new Cartridge that is a winner in that $ category is the DL-160... but the Denon DL-103* needs at least 60dB gain on that preamp.

From my understanding all the carts mentioned above are of the the same sound signature except for the Audio Technica which some say is colder. I prefer the Denon sound over the Grado or Audio Technica.

if you're pre can handle the low output of the dyna, and if the used one has relatively low hours on it, i'd say go for it. a very good cart, very musical. im using one a vpi scoutmaster and the dyna p75 pre and it's terrific.

3rds on the Grado used. Even worth saving your sheckles.

I second the Grado . . . if you can find one used w/i your price range.

what do you think of a dyna 20XL?, I am leaning towards a used one.