Seeking Cartridge for SME 20/2 TT & SME V arm


Have to replace my Shelter 90X due to damage to the cantilever. Not sure I want to go the Shelter route again.
Would appreciate recommendations on alternate cartridges. Not sure yet what my buget boundries are other than mega buck cartridges.
goldmanjay

Showing 1 response by jfrech

Part of this depends also on your phono stage. What is it?

I'm using a Lyra Helikon on my 20/2 IV.Vi arm. I love it. I've heard plenty of synergistic comments on the Dyna XV-1s as mentioned above. The Helikon maybe kinda of close in performance to your 90x...just a little different.

Depending on your budget, I'd add a Lyra Titan i to your list...that's likely my next move...or Koetsu Jade Platinum.

I'll also say upgrading the arm cable on that arm is critical. I like my Purist Venestas the best. I've also used Hovland and Graham. Power cords to the motor controller can change things pretty good to. The same things you hear w/ a better cord on your amps stages will be pretty much what you'll hear on the motor controller.

Finally, isolation bases seem to help. Currently I like my Symposium ultra...but I may try a HRS or a SRA soon...

Whatever you get, please post your listening impressions vs the 90x.

Thanks! Good luck.