I purchased a VdH MC One Special for my father's rig, and it sounds truly wonderful. With crisp resolution and a ridiculous sound stage (both depth and width), I think it's a great option.
(And it won't break the bank)
http://www.vandenhul.com/phono/mc-one-s.htm
Cheers, and good luck.
(And it won't break the bank)
http://www.vandenhul.com/phono/mc-one-s.htm
Cheers, and good luck.