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! 
lalitk

Showing 2 responses by dodgealum

I’d be interested to hear how the charisma sig one compares with your Hana. I’m in love with mine for sure!
@lalitk Glad to hear it. When I look at the design characteristics of the Hana and the Charisma I see some similarities so curious if that translates into their sonic qualities. "Balanced" is perhaps the word that most jumps to mind when I think of the Signature One so interesting you used it for the Hana. That was something I loved about my ART9 as well--very even handed across all parameters. The Signature One has this in spades and then adds a host of other superlatives that bring it to the next level. There are now two professional reviews on the Charisma that may be of interest to those who are curious. One in Mono and Stereo: https//www.monoandstereo.com/2020/09/charisma-audio-signature-one-cartridge.html

And another recently appeared in Part Time Audiophile:
https//parttimeaudiophile.com/2020/12/26/charisma-audio-signature-one-moving-coil-phono-cartridge-review/

Enjoy!