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Linn Sondek LP12 - Cartridge recommendation

Kind of new at this hobby and looking for guidance. I purchased a Linn Sondek LP12 (Valhalla pwr supply) with an SME Series 3 tonearm. The cartridge is an AKG P100 but the tip is broken (this was reflected in the turntable purchase price). Not sure which way to go..should I have the cartridge repaired (was quoted $325 for repair) or should I simply replace it with another cartridge ? What cartridge model would work best for this turntable ?

Thanks !
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simon74
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Hi there,
owning rather a lot of Linns, six at last count, I would tend to agree you will never get the best from it with an SME, especially the 3 which was not their best.
For the $325 mentioned to retip, I personally would sell the SME. The funds from this + the $325 would buy a Rega arm
or used Akito and still leave you money for a decent cartridge. IMO the catridge on a Linn is less important than the arm.
Regards Si
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