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Lyra Delos or Soundsmith Boheme for Space deck/arm

Hi.
I might want to upgrade to one of those in the future. Currently running Goldring 1042. The phono is AcousTech PH-1, it will easily accomodate either. So will the arm.
Which one would you prefer? What is your experience with these cartridges with other tables/arms?
I like coherent, balanced and dynamic sound. PRAT is very important, bass and soundstage too. I can sacrifice some resolution and imaging sharpness. Prefer warm side of the neutral, not too warm. I listen to a variety of music styles and traditions, from jazz/rock fusion to Nothern Indian by way of Spain's flamenco and vocals.
inna

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br3098
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If it were me and if they were within your budget I would recommend either the Ortofon Cadenza Bronze or Black, depending if you wanted more warmth and liquidity or detail. Both of these cartridges mate very, very well with the Fletcher/Nottingham tonearms, including the new Pear Audio Blue Cornet arms.

I haven't tried a Lyra cartridge with a Nott tonearm but it should work fine. So should the Boheme. Personally I think the Soundsmith cartridges are a little expensive for what they are, but that's just me.
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