Dynavector 20x2 vs Audio Technica ART-9.

Everyone's "better" will be different. I do, however use the ART 9 and tried the DV on my table. Both are good carts. "Better" is subjective. I hear the ART 9 as a little more convincing/realistic on my VPI Classic. The next person responding will have a completey different experience with the same carts.

If you have 65-70 DB's of gain, I would also consider the ART 7. It's a few bucks less, but lower output. A smidge more refined than the 9. This opinion based on trying a 7 on loan(along with step up Xfrmr) I have a VPI Classic.

You will either have the luxury of trying both, or flipping a coin. No one has your exact system to give a definitive answer. Phono stage quality, cannot be ignored as well.

"too polite for harder hitting genres"

I guess that could be up for debate also...I listen to many styles and made sure to play my beloved early Zep and Pink Floyd's DSOTM.

Being a couple of years back, I recall the difference as hearing subtle passages presented a tiny bit more....recognizable or in focus, for lack of better descriptors? Drum authority from Bonzo was still present, but things like the ambient stuff in DSOTM-"On the Run"-the panning of the footsteps were a tad more "real?"

This was AFTER I purchased the 9. The fact my phono stage needed a little more oomph from the extra gear$(Xfrmr) was a deal breaker as well. Im quite happy however, with the 9. IMO, I just can't justify investing 2X or more for a cart without thinking my table should be upgraded as well(upgrade anxiety)

You won't go wrong with either of your picks. Good luck

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