The dynavector DV20X HO at 2.5mv is a very nice match for the JMW 9 arm, and a very good bargain at the 550.00 new price range.
If you have 800.00 left to spend on a low output MC AND phono stage, you will be forced to make too many dollar concessions that will, in the long run, prevent you from truely enjoying the magic the Scout is capable of.
If I am not mistaken, the Sumiko Blackbird is also available in an HO version. That would eat up your entire 800.00 but many folks have reported success with that cart and the JMW arm.
I personally, shy away from the Grados due to the infamous "Grado hum" some folks are plagued by. If you get it, it can be tough to cure.
If you have 800.00 left to spend on a low output MC AND phono stage, you will be forced to make too many dollar concessions that will, in the long run, prevent you from truely enjoying the magic the Scout is capable of.
If I am not mistaken, the Sumiko Blackbird is also available in an HO version. That would eat up your entire 800.00 but many folks have reported success with that cart and the JMW arm.
I personally, shy away from the Grados due to the infamous "Grado hum" some folks are plagued by. If you get it, it can be tough to cure.