Analog LP is a pain. I advise you spend equal amounts on your phono preamp and cartridge as your TT. Used market cut that in half. MC LO vs HO MC the LO Output will pick up more Suttle details such as string vibration and tones in wood instruments sound right. HO is not a bad either. HO Chamber echos sound good and the recording should sound as intended with less noise pickup. Price usually dictates quality. As far as jump from MM to MC I would probably say price is more important across the entire chain. Everything matters and you need to learn a lot have fun. Its best to learn setup and what is going on yourself. My Analog was less quality then Tube DAQ. But after learning applying and just keep working with what I have now Analog is better. Things may take longer then you think. Its always good to notice quality within the few hours things sound good then it may take months to finally realize what the capabilities are.
What should I expect moving from MM to MC?
I understand it depends on the setup, so I'll start here. I'm starting small (in my quest for music Nirvana!):
- Denon PMA-600NE (70W, dedicated analog wiring, also a "source direct" feature that by passes the bass/treble/balance circuitry)
- Klipsch RP-500M bookshelves
- Klipsch 12" Sub
- Mofi Studiodeck turntable
I was considering moving from my Sumiko Olympia MM cartridge to the Sumiko Blue Point No.3 MC Hi.
Nothing but praise for the Blue Point in all reviews. But will I noticeably hear a clearer, fuller, warmer sound? Or is it a waste on money, focus elsewhere.
Thanks in advance!