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Requirements for Moving Coil setup

I have a Bryston 2B-MC preamp (the MC being the Moving Coil designation). I currently have two turntables, each with Grado MM cartridges. I would like to use the MM cartridge (Grado Blue) on my BIC 960 as a 'preview' turntable for 2nd hand vinyl recordings. The JVC QL-A2 would then be connected to the MC input for new vinyl or pieces that have been played and are relatively clean, surface wise. What would I need in order to connect a MC to my Bryston and take full advantage of this preamps analog capabilities?
Thank you
jcipale

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atmasphere
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Most moving coil cartridges are low compliance
Further, many LOMC cartridges are high compliance as well.
I would like to use the MM cartridge (Grado Blue) on my BIC 960 as a 'preview' turntable for 2nd hand vinyl recordings. The JVC QL-A2 would then be connected to the MC input for new vinyl or pieces that have been played and are relatively clean, surface wise.
@jcipale
FWIW there is no need for a second machine to play records that may not be up to snuff. A dirty LP isn't going to damage a stylus! That is an old and persistent myth. If that's the only reason you are planning two cartridges and the like, its not worth it!
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