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what tonearm for sota/shelter 501 ?

I am going to replace my PT-6 arm due to worn bearings. I am considering a new PT-6, or another brand. I am running a Sota Sapphire with a Shelter 501 MC cartridge. Have an EAR Phono stage and BAT VK 60 amp.
I am not looking to spend over $1000.00. I am also not dissatisfied with the PT-6, but I am willing to consider something that might be better.
Thx for your help.
Jim
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sean
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Twl: What is the compliance and weight of the Shelter 501 ? Sean
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twl
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Sean, the Shelter 501 weighs 8 grams, and the compliance is 9cu. Shelter cartridges are made in Japan, by Mr.Ozawa, who used to work for Fidelity Research cartridges, back in the golden days of analog. Even in those days, FR was considered an alternative to Koetsu. Now Mr. Ozawa has moved on to form his own cartridge company called Shelter. Of course the other key player, Mr. Ikeda, has his own company too, but is going in other directions.
ktmac54a8
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Bingo...Star Saphire owner here as well and used the Origin Live Moded Rega 300(excellent) and currently use the OL1 with a Grado Sonata.Fantastic bang for the buck and you'd be hard pressed to beat it without spending a fortune.
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