Your on the right track all alignment parameters are very important vta, vtf, overhang etc.
Heres the problem when you upgrade your turntable you will now Hear more, including any short-comings in other components (Cartridge etc.) by upgrading your cartridge and spending the time to get it aligned. You will be delighted
with the improvement.
I wouldn't waste the time and money on a retip. Looking into the Blackbird and Celebration would be good choices at this price point
I currently use a Shelter 501 that IMHO bettered my van den hull grasshopper and Benz glider.
Heres the problem when you upgrade your turntable you will now Hear more, including any short-comings in other components (Cartridge etc.) by upgrading your cartridge and spending the time to get it aligned. You will be delighted
with the improvement.
I wouldn't waste the time and money on a retip. Looking into the Blackbird and Celebration would be good choices at this price point
I currently use a Shelter 501 that IMHO bettered my van den hull grasshopper and Benz glider.