I use to use Stanton in the 60s, Stanton, Pickering, ADC and Shure were the big brands then. The current Ortofon MMs are good, I have one I use sometimes. You can buy a cheaper one to check them out and if you want to upgrade the replacement stylus from the more expensive ones will interchange.
New-prod high-compliance carts for SME 3009
I acquired some Shure V15s which is a cart that makes you forget about cartridges. But after almost a year there's a bit of an urge to play. I've discovered that carts that are really appropriate for an arm like this are not commonplace and most recommended are no longer available. Are there any new-prod (prefer MM) carts that are suitable?