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How can I make my Kenwood 5070 TT sound better?

I've had a model 5070 Kenwood table for quite some time. It's completely original aside from the Stanton headshell and Empire 2000X cart I currently use in it. My question is what alterations/modifications can I do to make it sound better? I'm exceptionally interested in trading out the tonearm if possible. I really like this old table, and any advice or suggestions would sure be appreciated.

Thanks, Les
lestron
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psychicanimal
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Change the power cord for a cryo'ed Flavor 2. Sit back and watch. Also, don't forget to oil the spindle well all the way to the top.
lestron OP
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Thanks for the suggestion on the cart. I'd like to stay under $200.00. What would you suggest? I listen to a lot of 50's jazz, and blues throught the present. I'm running it through an old MCS 3275 I bought new in 1978. I know we're talking low-Fi stuff here, so thanks for schooling this beginner.
gslone
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Hey Lestron, I also have a KD- 5070 TT, although I don't use it any more due to a new TT. I did upgrade the cartridge from an Audio Technica to a Sumiko Blue Point ($200.00), with much better results, using an Acurus P-10 phono pre at the time. As for the tonearm, I agree with Viridian. BTW, does your MCS 3275 accept a moving coil cart ( MC ), if not, you'll have to stay with a moving magnet cart ( MM )
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lestron OP
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Thank you all for the suggestions. I'm trying, at present, to locate an Ortofon OM-20. KAB has them for $109.00. Anyplace out there cheaper?

Thanks again, Les Williams
lestron OP
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Actually KAB has the Ortofon OM-20 for $120.00 plus shipping. Anyone know of a better price on this cart?

Thanks, Les
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lestron OP
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Thanks for your input. I've got an Ortofon OM-20 in it's way from Jacksmusicfactory. I'm hoping to also try this on my Denon DP1200 TT. It may prove to work well for both tables.

I'll write more when I know more.

Best regards, Les
lestron OP
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I've been using the new Ortofon OM 20 for a couple of weeks now. It sounds better with every album I play. I also picked up a pair of really nice oak Klipsch KG 4's. Thanks again for the advice!

Les
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