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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.
krelldog

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mofimadness
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Just to clarify:

A LOMC set at 47K ohms is technically and electronically NOT "unloaded". Granted it might not do much with it, but it’s still loaded at 47,000 ohms.

Rule of thumb, (as stated above) 10X the internal R is the best place to start.

Proper (or improper) loading of a cartridge will not change the "intrinsic" sonic characteristic of said cartridge.

Also, gain and loading are independent of each other. Always try the lowest gain setting to avoid noise, but choose whatever sounds best at the volume you listen to.


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