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Denon 103S is a real good cartridge

I've been using an EMT TSD15 and I'm in the process of replacing it so I bought a 103S and it's very satisfying. Remarkably so. I'm now questioning if spending big money on cartridges is really that necessary? Of course I'm not listening side by side :)
dhcod
dhcod OP
710 posts
 
I loved the EMT but my system needs have changed so I'm going with a Lyra Delos. I was using it on a Well Tempered Simplex with a Herron VTPH-1 loaded at whatever was recommended. Can't remember.
johnnyb53
3,510 posts
 
Are you referring to the DL 103SA that is out of production? The 100th Anniversary DL A-100 is still available and appears to be very similar to the 103SA, including a nude square stylus. It's also about $162 cheaper.
bongofury
1,160 posts
 
Denon, Shure and Audio Technica make amazing cartridges that do not break the bank. I can't tell you how many ultra expensive cartridges I have heard that under-perform on a cost basis. I use the AT MM ones and they sound amazing.
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