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Cartridge Loading- Low output M/C

I have a Plinius Koru- Here are ADJUSTABLE LOADS-
47k ohms, 22k ohms, 1k ohms, 470 ohms, 220 ohms, 100 ohms, 47 ohms, 22 ohms

I'm about to buy an Ortofon Cadenza Bronze that recommends loading at 50-200 ohms

Will 47 ohms work? Or should I start out at 100 ohms?

I'm obviously not well versed in this...and would love all the help I can get.

Also is there any advantage to buying a phono cartridge that loads exactly where the manufacturer recommends?

Any and all help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance.
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amg56
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@chakster Thanks for that. I too an considering an Ortofon Cadenza Bronze but with a different pre-amp. These settings had me a little concerned but is seems we can change the loading to suit what we hear?
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I have been reading this thread with great interest. I have found the argument of "the rule of thumb" settings, as recommended of some, and the settings as recommended by manufacturers (or close) to be of greater criticality.

I own a JC Allerts MC1 and it is emphasised by the manufacturer the criticality of getting the settings correct, or you will burn out the fine hand wired coils like a light bulb filament. With in mind I also use a Audio System TE MC phono stage to accurately load the cartridge.

Perhaps this shows that there is greater leeway of load settings in more common commercial cartridges than with others? A.

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