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cartridge to use with linn & shindo

currently have an lp12 'table, linn ekos arm, linn akiva mc cartridge, and shindo vosnee-romanee preamp with mc input. i want to plan ahead to replace the cartridge since it is 6 yrs old and used every day.

the default choice is another akiva, but i'm wondering if something else would have more synergy with the shindo preamp.

any suggestions on a top-quality cartridge ($3K - $5K) that will have great synergy with the shindo and also work well in the linn arm?

thanks.....
tim1

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fjn04
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These are the ones I have heard work well w/ Shindo preamps.
Obviously, the Ortofon SPU's, one of which is a standard mount. Just FYI, it's called the Royal N. The EMT's, which you would need the A23 (Denon) High Impedance SUT. I have also heard dealers using Dynavector & Miyabi. I have heard of Shindo preamp owners using both Transfiguration and ZYX. The previous list is more from dealers advice. I use a Koetsu Jade w/ my Monbrison, and prefer it through my A23 (Denon) SUT over the direct MC inputs. All these choices are based on synergy w/ the Shindo, but I cannot speak for your tonearm.
fjn04
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Syntax, may I ask what you mean by "easy to go". Have you heard of anyone using a Transfiguration w/ a Shindo pre.
Just curious, Thanks ! Just FYI- I have from one member, and he likes it alot. Perhaps he could chime in.
fjn04
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I hope all this helps. Just FYI- was looking at some carts on
another Shindo dealers site. They carry Shelter carts. Maybe
they have heard them w/ Shindo pre's. Just another thought
to consider when you return from vacation. Cheers !
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