Cartridge suggestions for SME Turntable


I just purchased a SME Model 15A w/309 tonearm.  What are some of the best cartridges that pairs well this amazing turntable, say under $5K. 
Thank you! 
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Showing 1 response by audio2design

Mijostyn's description to me is accurate wrt mass alignment which ensures no matter the angle the down force is the same on both ends hence it stays.  Not sure what this sort of spring rauliruegas mentions?

I do question whether it matters once you apply tracking force as that now dominates with compliance of the cantilever, tracking force and tonearm mass dominating mechanical movement. Perhaps it will if your records are really warped but I don't tend to keep those.