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Looking to upgrade a Dynavector 20x2L on a Scoutmaster Signature

I have the following analog setup:

TT: Scoutmaster Signature with JMW-9 Signature tonearm and Dynavector 20x2L cart
Phono preamp: Audia Flight
Preamp: McIntosh C500T

I've enjoyed this system for quite a few years. Has a very nice romantic/relaxed sound. I purchased a Lampizator Atlantic DAC last year and it has quite a different sound to the turntable setup. It is more dynamic and has a wider soundstage. I'm wondering if I can add some of these qualities to my turntable setup by improving the cart? Any cart recommendations in the $2000 - $3000 range? Or perhaps I should just bite the bullet and upgrade the entire turntable?  
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hifiman5
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The Dynavector cartridge you are listening through has never been known for the sonic qualities you note in your posting.  I have the same cartridge on a VPI Scout and the sound is spacious and alive with great dynamic ebb and flow.

A question.  How much gain do you have your phono pre set for?  The only time I heard that cart. sound too mellowed out was when the gain was set too low on my phono pre.
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