A Denon 103R mc is a good recommendation and a step up in SQ! I added one to my new Pioneer PLX1000 TT. Contrary to the naysayers here Denon has been making excellent and affordable mc cartridges for decades! For $300 the 103R is a "best buy"!
Choosing a cartridge for a vintage TT.
I have a Denon DP51F direct drive TT. It is aesthetically and functionally perfect. I'm currently using a Grado Red 2 cartridge and it sounds pretty good. I've replaced the stylus but I'm thinking it's time for an upgraded cartridge. I realize this not a high end table by today's standards. How far should I go with a new cartridge? What would be a good compliment for the tonearm, which is not conventional by today's standards? My amp has MM and MC phono stage.
Any suggestions would be appreciated. For further info My speakers are KEF R3s with the R400B sub and my amp is a Yamaha AS2100 integrated. I listen to mostly Jazz and classic rock.
Any suggestions would be appreciated. For further info My speakers are KEF R3s with the R400B sub and my amp is a Yamaha AS2100 integrated. I listen to mostly Jazz and classic rock.