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Cartridge recommendations

I am interested in upgrading the cartridge in my current basement system:
it includes a Rogue Audio Cronus integrated, Project Tube Box Se-II phono stage, a Project Debut turntable, a Denon 110 cartridge, and Dynaudio Focus 220 speakers. I am looking to upgrade the system primarily by changing the cartridge. I am looking for a bit warmer sound, and would consider a Grado, but I have some concerns about hum with the system. Any recommendations for a cartridge that would be $300 or less?
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dougdeacon
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Considering your sonic priorities, equipment and budget, why restrict yourself to MC's? There are probably dozens of MM's that provide the sound you're after for less money, and with no Grado hum (or dance) issues. Why go looking for trouble at 2-3 times the cost?

Check out Raul's lengthy thread on MM vs. MC and ask the people there (including Raul, especially). I'll bet they'd have good recommendations.
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