You dont have limitations in cartridges for that table. It can handle even the best cartridges. Money is another issue altogether. My friend uses a ZYX bloom and it sounds amazing on that TT. Quite inexpensive for what you get really. For compliance purposes, you would need to add weight to the cartridge. I'm not sure what the specs are on that arm, but the ZYX are light, and usually requires a weight. Most come with a weight to afix to the top.
Next Analog Steps: VPI Scout Users
I recently added a separate phonostage to my system (Whest PS.30) and have really enjoyed rediscovering my vinyl collection. Of course, now I'm thinking of where to go next. Playback rig is a Scout/JMW9/Dynavector 20XM (medium output version at 1mv).
I'm thinking of upgrading the cartridge but do not want to "over buy" for what is essentially a good quality entry level turntable. So,
1. What would be the upper limit you would spend on a cartridge for the Scout?
2. What cartridges would you recommend that mate well with this table/arm combination AND come in at the price limit you have established above? Output and loading is not an issue since the Whest has plenty of gain and flexibility. Please rank your suggestions and, if possible, tell me a little about the sound characteristics of each. My priorities: speed, dynamics, detail and tonal balance in that order.
Thanks for your suggestions!
I'm thinking of upgrading the cartridge but do not want to "over buy" for what is essentially a good quality entry level turntable. So,
1. What would be the upper limit you would spend on a cartridge for the Scout?
2. What cartridges would you recommend that mate well with this table/arm combination AND come in at the price limit you have established above? Output and loading is not an issue since the Whest has plenty of gain and flexibility. Please rank your suggestions and, if possible, tell me a little about the sound characteristics of each. My priorities: speed, dynamics, detail and tonal balance in that order.
Thanks for your suggestions!