It looks like you have a budget of $10K. How long will it take you to have that amount? If you are close, then consider waiting a bit until you get more money, as opposed to buying something now and then upgrading later. The incremental approach while providing instant gratification does end up costing you more over the long run. I speak from experience!
Also, don't forget about the phono stage for your budget, as it plays a critical role in how good your analog rig will sound.
Since you are already considering an Origin Live (OL) tonearm, why not get one of their turntables as well, since they are made to go with each other? That would eliminate one concern about turntable and arm compatibility. The OL website also contains recommendations on how one can or should allocate funds when assembling an analog system.
If it were me, I would spend less on the cartridge and more on the turnatble, tonearm and phono stage. It's relatively easy to upgrade the cartridge later on. I have seen a number of articles where the reviewer uses a relatively inexpensive cartridge with a much more expensive table and arm with excellent sound quality.
I don't want to confuse you with all of the myriad of turntables and tonearms out there, but, have you considered a turntable that comes with a tonearm, such as the Vertere DG-1, Well Tempered or EAT? Also, a lot of dealers will provide a discount on a table, arm and cartridge package.
Anyway, good luck assembling your new analog system!
Also, don't forget about the phono stage for your budget, as it plays a critical role in how good your analog rig will sound.
Since you are already considering an Origin Live (OL) tonearm, why not get one of their turntables as well, since they are made to go with each other? That would eliminate one concern about turntable and arm compatibility. The OL website also contains recommendations on how one can or should allocate funds when assembling an analog system.
If it were me, I would spend less on the cartridge and more on the turnatble, tonearm and phono stage. It's relatively easy to upgrade the cartridge later on. I have seen a number of articles where the reviewer uses a relatively inexpensive cartridge with a much more expensive table and arm with excellent sound quality.
I don't want to confuse you with all of the myriad of turntables and tonearms out there, but, have you considered a turntable that comes with a tonearm, such as the Vertere DG-1, Well Tempered or EAT? Also, a lot of dealers will provide a discount on a table, arm and cartridge package.
Anyway, good luck assembling your new analog system!