Those of us who buy second hand know, or should know, what we are doing, risking. As Ilcho says, the rewards can be very great indeed, 33% or less, of the retail price, for a cartridge not even run in yet. That's worth a bit of a gamble, for me anyway. If it's not worth the risk to you, that's fine too. More chance for me to snap up a bargain
Upgrading cartridge used or new?
I am in process to upgrade my analog setup starting from replacing my DV 10x5 with an step up one from DV or other make.
My TT rega P5.
On my journey I had hear mixed things about buying used, a much better cartridge or just pay same amount for a brand new lower end one.
Some dealers said you never know the history of a used cartridge, so you must believe the always magic # from the seller of 100 hours on it, plus vinyls condition that was expose to, etc.
While the new even if lower end is a solid secure step.
I would like to hear your exp about buying cartridges on used market.
As always must appreciate all your time to share your comments.
Regards.
My TT rega P5.
On my journey I had hear mixed things about buying used, a much better cartridge or just pay same amount for a brand new lower end one.
Some dealers said you never know the history of a used cartridge, so you must believe the always magic # from the seller of 100 hours on it, plus vinyls condition that was expose to, etc.
While the new even if lower end is a solid secure step.
I would like to hear your exp about buying cartridges on used market.
As always must appreciate all your time to share your comments.
Regards.