Update on my TT causing distortion at higher volume

Recap: SLP-05 pre-amp. Cary 805 mono's Music Hall 11.1 I had a Gold Legacy MC. (under microscope the cart was damaged. Bent cantilever and the diamond was not pretty.

I did the cheapest thing first: I purchased the $100 Ortofon Red MM cart.

The volume jumped up way high. To be expected. The music is very fatiguing.

I did order the EAE GLO PETit BLK. Should be here in about a week.

Any suggestions on a warmer cart, for mostly JAZZ and occasional rock. That is not fatiguing? Price range under $700. I am not prejudiced for or against MM or MC

Thank you for any help / suggestions.