Lyra Kleos or EMT TSD 15 for Rega P9

Totally two different sounding carts. If you like more of a hi-fish sound and have lots of new/modern records, go ahead with a Lyra. Else it is the TSD15 for me any day.

BTW, I have heard a Lyra Delos on a P9 very recently, it is a good match, depends whether you like the signature or not.

Ktn, the TSD15 has a colourful big bold sound, superbly macro dynamic and full sound without sacrificing anything in the high frequency. You get a impactful, forceful sound which is more like analogue. The Lyra is more like a modern day sound, precisely cut, less meat more bones, somewhat tipped towards highs, faster, somewhat cleaner, slightly higher in resolution altogether a bit like CDs.

What a coincidence Ktn, I am myself looking to upgrade to a Ebony TR (it is not Ruby TR I suppose). Since you have the SUT for it, I think it is a better bet compared to both TSD15 and Lyra. The TR supposedly (I have not heard it personally) has the midrange of TSD15 and speed of Lyra. I am hoping to upgrade to it, but I dont have the step up for it.

Yes, you will be happy with either of them. The Benz is more neutral.