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!

lalitk10-21-2020 3:34am

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chakster Details Discussions Posts This discussion 6,144 posts 10-22-2020 at 04:38pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Effective mass of your SME tonearm maybe ?
chakster Details Discussions Posts This discussion 6,144 posts 10-23-2020 at 10:28pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete It can handle light or heavy carts, but you need to know tonearm effective mass to match your cartridge according to its compliance at 10Hz (not just weight of the cartridge).

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