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Which cartridge for planar 3/rb-600 arm?

Hi all,
Just trying to collect some ideas on a new cartridge. I have been using a Grado gold with nice results, but I am bitten by the upgrade bug. My budget is $500.00 give or take. My pre can do both MM and MC so they are both in play
I have been thinking along the lines of the Sumiko BPS EVO 3, Grado platinum, shelter 201, etc
Any ideas or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks as always
skipper320
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skipper320 OP
89 posts
 
Thanks all
I went with the Denon DL103 and am very happy with it so far
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sunnyboy1956
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Agree with Adam 18 on the Rega Exact. The best part is that cart alignment is a no brainer coz the Rega Exact has 3 fixed holes for the head shell screws. If cart alignment is not a 'consideration' the Denon 103 R should get the nod IMHO.
Best of luck.
adam18
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The Rega Exact 2 sounds absolutely wonderful on my Rega P3-24/RB-301 set-up. There's a lot going for the natural synergy between a Rega cartridge, Rega arm, and Rega table. They all seem to work beautifully together. Good Luck, and Happy Listening !!
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rockinroni
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what Mmike84 said
mmike84
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I'd look for a used Shelter 501 MKII, or a Zu or Soundsmith modified Denon 103r.
oregon
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Consider a Denon 103 or 103R.
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