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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!
theaquaman

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stanhifi
224 posts
 
Perhaps Tpsonic should mention he is a dealer and has an interest in the Dynavector line.
stanhifi
224 posts
 
The hum deal with the Grados is an old problem; with a properly shielded tonearm cable it's a non-issue. The very expensive Dynas are very musical and sweet sounding. However the lower priced models, 10X5, 20X are somewhat lean and antiseptic sounding. They also lack the ability to provide a firm focused bottom end in a revealing system. That being said, the lower priced Grados are better at their respective price points.
stanhifi
224 posts
 
Tpsonic
Offering advice or recommendations on any product without disclosing your commericial status is quite unprofessional and I sir, question your motives and ethics. I shall continue to challenge any post without your disclosure. Unlike you I have no fiduciary interest in these products. What say you?
stanhifi
224 posts
 
It's not up to aquaman to decide this. I have no personal grudge against you sir and you have not attacked me in any way. My position is any dealer posting on any topic should disclose the fact that he/she is in the business. It simply eliminates all semblance of impropriety and/or conflicts of issues. I do, however, respect the information you offer.
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