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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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ericsch
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In this thread phono cable capacitance has been mentioned as a factor to consider when determining the the MC cartridge loading. 
This is from the Morrow Audio website:

"Magnetic cartridges are the only cartridges that might be affected by cable capacitance. With moving coil cartridges, cable capacitance is not a concern."

Is the above a true statement?

I am using their PH4 phono cable, the capacitance is 392pf per meter. 
Turntable is a SL-1200G > Hana SL > PS Audio GCPH with Underwood Mods.     
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