Although the DL-103R is very good for the money. It is nowhere close to the 501mk2. The Denon is more foreward, the Shelter is more refined and layed back. Yes I owned both. If you are only into rock music you mite like the Denon best....
Upgrade Denon 103 R to Shelter 501 II?
I own a Denon DL 103R on a Spacedeck with Space-arm. I have read much conflicting data on this cartridge. My question to those who have tried this cartridge and also either a Sumiko Blackbird and Shelter 501 II, is: Will either of these be a significant upgrade? (System: EE Mini-max phono-preamp, Jadis DA 88 Signature int amp, Merlin TSM-Mx speakers)