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Which wood Grado

I’d like to experiment with a wood Grado for my Technics 1200GR.  I have Thiel CS2.4 speakers so I’m looking for a Grado that will have a nice full mid range and midbass, but not be overly excited in the treble, just a tad rolled off maybe, while still maintaining clarity and detail.  Can I get that with the $600 or $700 budget in the Wood line and which one would be the best.  MM or MC. 
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bpoletti
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In my opinion....

You're better off getting an Otello Soundsmith cart.  Much better choice and it fits your budget.  And when you like the way it performs, it only costs $100 or so to rebuild to new.  And if you want "more" during the rebuild, maybe Soundsmith just might provide a better cantilever and / or stylus for a small increase in rebuild price.  If you ask nice.
bpoletti
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I had a Sonata.  That's why I now use a Lyra Clavis DC (rebuilt by Soundsmith) and keep an AT OC9/II as a spare.  Never Grado again.  Never.  Will sell my vinyl collection before I stoop down that low.  

But that's only my studied and experienced opinion.  Your naive opinion may differ.  
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