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MMF-5: Cartridge upgrade or new table

Hi all-I have an MMF-5 with the stock Goldring cartridge. I'm looking to upgrade my analog playback, and I'm wondering whether to invest in a new cartridge/tonearm for the MMF-5, or whether I'd better better off with a new table, perhaps something by Rega, Clearaudio, Pro-ject, in the $1000 and under range.

If you do suggest upgrading the tonearm and cartridge on the MMF-5, specific suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks much,

Douglas
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jgiacalo
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I'll second Rex's recommendation of the Grado Platimun on the MMF5. It made a significant upgrade on mine over the stock Goldring. I'd also suggest replacing the stock felt mat with a Herbies Way Excellent Turntable Mat: http://herbiesaudiolab.home.att.net/ttreview.htm

These are all easy changes which will take the MMF5 up several steps on the refinement path for a modest investment.
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