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Best Cartridge for VPI TNT Hot Rod +JMW12.5+SDS

Just Bought this new TT and like to do some research on cartridge. I am thinking about shelter 901, Lyra Helikon, Van Den Hul black beauty and not able to make up my mind yet. Any your suggestion will be greatly appreciated. My other system are Aieral 10T, Syrah pre-amp, ARC VT100 (6550+6922PQ) for music. Lexicon NT512 for HT application.
jwu5918
jackcob
37 posts
 
Thanks Twl. I actually already own the VDH BB (paid $1750) and just got the VPI/JMW 12.5 setup. I was concerned that there might be compatibility issues that I hadn't heard about. Sounds as if I'll be ok.
twl
3,251 posts
 
Jackob, it sounds like you got a great bargain on your Black Beauty! At that price, it is an extremely competitive cartridge with any of the ones I mentioned, and I'm sure that is sounds great in your system. Enjoy!
jackcob
37 posts
 
Thanks Twl. I just got the table and arm and don't yet have it up and running. A guy to whom I spoke at VPI told me they have used a VDH BB with this table and arm and have gotten great results. So I'm eager with anticipation.
jwu5918 OP
14 posts
 
Thanks for your wonderful input. Jackcob, would you please let me know the results.
jackcob
37 posts
 
Jwu - Sure, I would be happy to. Currently I haven't set the system up because I need to get some spikes from VPI for the feet of the VPI stand I got and also need to get some more damping fluid for the arm.
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