Do you spend more on your cartridge or tone arm?

Is there a rule of thumb on the dollar ratio between the cost of your tonearm and amount spent on your cartridge? Assume a $5000+ turntable.

markalarsen03-15-2025 6:51pm

markalarsen OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 685 posts 03-16-2025 at 05:08am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I am using the phono stage in a Bel Canto Black EX Controller/Preamp. Retails around $13K.
markalarsen OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 685 posts 03-16-2025 at 06:32pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I wish I could afford one Lyra Atlas Lambda cartridge. I am going to use a Cardas Myrtle Heart (retipped thanks to house keeper).