I have experienced the difference between high and low output MC cartridges switching from Hana MH to ML. ML seems to have more miniscule details in its sound reproduction. I am using QHW Vinyl phono stage, see M. Fremer's review, and I like very much what I am hearing. My choice of music is similar to yours. This combination is within your price range. Hope it helps.
recommendation for phono pre amp and mc cartridge, around 1000$ each
i’m using well tempered classic tt and arm.
it’s not heavy arm, think between light to medium ,not sure.
i’m giving this info since i know that it’s important to cartridge match.
the phono should have at list up to 60 db, so i can use MCLO cartridge.
and have several loading and gain settings.
is there any advantage to a low output Mc compare to high, or mid?
not sure if this important but i am listening to variety kinds of music.
jazz, rock , classical
thanks to anyone that will help.