There are quite a number of very good cartridges now in either MM or MC configuration. Or even moving iron. I am sure that you could find a good selection in either category. Many purists will say that a top MC type will give more detail and quicker response. I tend to agree with this and have a MC myself. However MC have drawbacks too, like needing more step-up which adds either a transformer or more gain stages to the signal path. High output MC are very popular lately, as a compromise between both types. It is more important to get a cartridge that you like the sound of, and mates well with your system, than whether it is MC,MM,or MI. Just like it is with any other component, the execution of design, and the system compatiblity, may be more important than specs or theory. IMHO.
Differences between MM or MC/Recommendations?
I really enjoy vinyl. I have two questions: What is the difference, sonically, between MM and MC cartridges? And, what recommendations can you make for a $1,000 and under retail priced cartridge?
My system: Rega Planar 25, RB600 arm, Rega Super Elys MM cartridge; Phonomena Phono Preamp (which is just about infinetately adjustable for MM and MC, also to be upgraded soon) Musical Fidelity NuVista M3 Integrated Amp; Sonus Faber Grand Piano (not the Home version); CAL Audio CL-20 DVD/CD player; Harmonic Tech interconnects; MIT T2 Biwire cables. I plan to keep everything except the cartridge and the Phonomema Preamp. Thanks in advance.
My system: Rega Planar 25, RB600 arm, Rega Super Elys MM cartridge; Phonomena Phono Preamp (which is just about infinetately adjustable for MM and MC, also to be upgraded soon) Musical Fidelity NuVista M3 Integrated Amp; Sonus Faber Grand Piano (not the Home version); CAL Audio CL-20 DVD/CD player; Harmonic Tech interconnects; MIT T2 Biwire cables. I plan to keep everything except the cartridge and the Phonomema Preamp. Thanks in advance.