Dynavector Karat 17D2 vs Sumiko Blackbird

I tried doing a search but couldn't find any comparisons. Since the two retails for the same price (or close to it) what are the main sonic difference between the two? I'm aware that one is high output of course.

howie01-02-2006 12:37pm

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robm321 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 932 posts 01-06-2006 at 05:38pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I agree with Dlwask. I think the Karat has characteristics (especially it's fast resonse) of state of the art cartridges. Obviously it falls short in other areas, but for the price you really get much more. I chose it over the Blackbird as well on my jmw9 tonearm.
robm321 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 932 posts 01-10-2006 at 08:15pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The Dyna is easy to set up. I had to get a different counter weight, but that's no problem. VPI carries it. They are both good cartridges, so either way you'll be happy, but after my Dyna wears out, I'll buy another one. There's nothing at the price range I'd rather have that I've heard anyway. I'm using a Rogue Audio SS phono stage.

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