I try not to comment on comparison questions, and I’ve never owned a Linn product. Depending on the nature and degree of your hearing loss, and the quality of your new aids, I’d suggest re-retipping the Koetsu and if you did that, I’d go for the boron cantilever, since that is what Koetsu originally used. SS are not the only retipper in the world. I recently used Expert Stylus in the UK, and I’m very pleased with results.
Question concerning cartridge for Sota Star vacuum turntable
I have a vintage Sota Star vacuum turntable with a Fidelity Research FR 64 FX tone arm with a mounted Linn Adikt MM cartridge that unfortunately needs a new stylus. I can buy a new replacement stylus for somewhere between $400.00 and $500.00. My question, is this wise or could I for near the same cost do better?