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What cartridge for a prime super scout 10.5 arm.? Budget $500

Just looking for any cartridge recommendations for a used prime super scout I just picked up with 10.5 arm. I got a great deal on the table but don’t want to spend a fortune on the cartridge. I had a Sumiko Bluepoint N0 3 which sounded great to me but I accidentally damaged the needle. The cantilever broke off so that’s done. On to the next thing. My system is a Mcintosh C50 preamp and MC452 amp with NHT 3.3 speakers. The C50 has both MM and MC. I listen to anything from Kiana Krall to David bowie and I like a good low end and good midrange. I’d like to try another cartridge since I have to replace Sumiko. Budget is $500.00

Thanks in advance
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vair68robert
593 posts
 
If your willing to try something other than a new cartridge ,
I'd recommend a Fidelity Research FR 101 or if you can find it a 101SE .
For less than $200 you can have a top notch cartridge .
johnto
977 posts
 
Have Soundsmith rebuild the cartridge, I had a BP evo3 done by them and it sounded excellent or buy the best used low hrs Soundsmith you can find.
soundwatts
221 posts
 
Soundsmith otello
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funlvr1965 OP
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The Otello was also my list when I ended up purchasing the Sumiko.  Still looking for someone who has tried the Denon DL110
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