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Upgrade from a Benz Micro Ace SH

Hey all,

I don't know if this is possible, but what would be a good upgrade - to any degree - from my existing - and very aging - Benz Micro Ace SH cartridge? I'm running it with a VPI HW-19 Mk 4 tt through a Jolida JD 9 Mk 2 phono pre, into an LSA Statement integrated. Speakers and cables are Acoustic Zen.

I listen to a wide range of styles and artists, though focus mainly on singer-songwriter and jazz, with the occasional rock out with Rush or M83 or similar artists.

My budget is $800. Cartridge can be MC or MM; I've never heard an MI cartridge, a la Soundsmith, but am not averse to trying if it fits.

Thank you

s

simao

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bpoletti
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What are you looking for?  What kind of music do you enjoy?  Is there any specific shortcoming you want to fix?  You really need to

I wouldn't stereotype AT carts as sounding thing.  Especially if you're interested in a Lyra.

To my ear, Grados sound thick, at least the ones I've heard.

The AT-33EV or 33Sa might be just what you're looking for, but you really have to settle on what you're looking for.
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