TheAquaman, I don't think that the problems some others have mentioned about Grado are relevant with the JMW-9 arm & VPI table. I have a Grado Sonata in a Scout and the "Grado Wobble" has reared it's head on one lp out of probably 500 lps I've played, Ormandy's "Finlandia" on a half speed mastered issue. Hum is a total non issue, it's dead quiet. I'm not very familiar with Dynavector's line, so I can't comment on a heads up comparison. I say make your choice on sonic preferences rather than concerns about compatability.
Dynavector or Grado ?
I plan on purchasing the VPI Superscoutmaster and prefer to have the cartridge mounted by VPI before it is shipped to the dealer.
VPI will mount Dynavector and Grado cartridges ONLY as they are the 2 brands they sell.
Query...which is the better sounding cartridge?
The high end Dynavector lists for $4000 and the high end Grado lists for $2500.
I only listen to rock and roll music.
For reference, I have an Arcam FMJ pre amp. with a phonostage and Arcam FMJ mono amps.
Thanks for looking!
VPI will mount Dynavector and Grado cartridges ONLY as they are the 2 brands they sell.
Query...which is the better sounding cartridge?
The high end Dynavector lists for $4000 and the high end Grado lists for $2500.
I only listen to rock and roll music.
For reference, I have an Arcam FMJ pre amp. with a phonostage and Arcam FMJ mono amps.
Thanks for looking!