I had a P3.
I was looking to P8 but got a used VPI Prime instead. Was a dream tt and just wanted something different.
Lots of good tt/arms in that range and I think they are all good.
What's the best bang for my bucks on RP6 upgrade?
My Dynavector 20X2L lost its stylus due to a rogue cleaning person, and I’m crying because this is the second time it’s happened. I have upgraded my phono pre from Heed Quasar to PS Audio Stellar since I purchased this cartridge, so now have a more resolving set-up that might reward an upgrade. The RP6 is 9 years old and in great shape.
Relevant system details: Line Magnetic 518IA, Merlin Monitors, Auditorium 23 cables
Now need to decide how to spend my money:
1. Get a used ____________ cartridge (suggestions please) for under $1250 to cut my losses and in case my cleaning people destroy this one too.
2. Just get a replacement 20X2L. I know I like it. I think I’d get a bit of a discount since I already have the cartridge-- dyna may offer an upgrade/retip option? $1000-$1250
2. Upgrade Cartridge. Dealer suggests Hana Umami Blue and I’m pretty committed to buying from them. Would this cartridge be overkill on an RP6?
$2500
3. Get a new P8 with Ania Pro for $4150, sell the RP6 for $1129 (current agon ad), net cost $3020.
4. Get a used _________ with _____________ cart (suggestions please) for $____________, sell the RP6 for $1129, net cost $_____________.
Thanks in advance.
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