it is my understanding based on my online research that the DL-103 is a fantastic cart, but only really shines well with heavy arms. i am not familiar with your arm, yet the DL-160 works well with lighter arms in general.
Denon DL-103 vs. DL-160?
Hello...
I have a Technics SL-1210M5G with a Denon DL-160 cartridge and quite happy with the combo, however, I'm itching to try another cartridge. I have read good things about the Denon DL-103 and can acquire one at a relatively reasonable price.
What would I gain or lose switching from the DL-160 to the DL-103? Are there significant differences between the two cartridges aside from output level? I'm interested in the sonics and soundstage.
Thanks and regards,
Jan
I have a Technics SL-1210M5G with a Denon DL-160 cartridge and quite happy with the combo, however, I'm itching to try another cartridge. I have read good things about the Denon DL-103 and can acquire one at a relatively reasonable price.
What would I gain or lose switching from the DL-160 to the DL-103? Are there significant differences between the two cartridges aside from output level? I'm interested in the sonics and soundstage.
Thanks and regards,
Jan
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The 103 is a better cartridge than the 160, but it's not a good match on that arm. The effective mass of your arm is 12 grams. If you plug the numbers into the formula, you'll find the resonant frequency is 15.5 Hz. 10 Hz is considered ideal, but the usable range is between 8-12 Hz. resonant freq. = 159 / sqrt [(eff. mass + cart wt. + fastener wt.) * (compliance)] rf = 159 / sqrt [(12 + 8.5 + 0.5) * 5] = 15.5 Hz If you're looking for a good cartridge that works with your table, check out the Audio Technica AT150MLX for $249. Here's a recent forum discussing it: I just went up two notches in resolution |
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