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Want to upgrade my cartridge from 2m blue to black

My first post here on the forums and I needed an honest opinion. I have a cheap music hall mmf 2.2 turntable with 2m blue installed. I like the sound but was wondering if I can get better details from upgrading to a black cartridge on my basic turntable. Would it be worth it? I’m definitely an analog lover but am budget constrained. Any feedback will be greatly appreciated.
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tzh21y
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That Stanton is a very good cartridge.  Enjoy
tzh21y
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I am listening to an old NOS Sonus Gold Blue MM cartridge.  I also have an older Pickering XSV 3000.  After listening to these cartridges, I see no reason to entertain MC cartridges beyond my Lyra Delos.  No reason.  I am getting older so maybe my ears are going but on the 1200G these MM cartridges sound just incredible.
tzh21y
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these vintage MM cartridges just do many things right.  very enjoyable to listen to.
tzh21y
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I am gettting as much satisfaction from older MM designs than I did with my MC cartridges if not more.  It seems as though the 1200g stock arm is made for these old cartridges with high compliance.  Just amazing.
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