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Ugrade cart or get a new TT

I posted a while back about my TT. I have a CJ Sonographe SG3 with an Audioquest PT 6 or 7 tonearm. I'm not sure how to tell the difference and the person I got the TT from didn't know. It has a Blue Point (original, not a 2) catridge. I'm playing mostly rock and alternative through a Music Hall ph 1.2 phono pre. I have a budget of about $750 to with upgrade what I have or I've been considering a Pro-Ject Debut Carbon DC or even something a little better up the line. I'm not a "critical" listener and I listen to vinyl a couple of times a week, maybe 2-3 albums at a time. Thanks for any and all comments and advice...including witty sarcasm and micro-brew suggestions...
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I'm familiar wit the SG 3 table. It's a good table and as long as everything is otherwise ok with it- ie, bearing, motor, I suggest you need a better cartridge and a new belt.

I would stay away from any Grado- they will hum on your table. Shame because otherwise they are nice.

Many cartridges in your price bracket and below to choose from. I would stick with a medium compliance cartridge. Good luck!
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