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Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Timeltel, I have a Signet MR 5.0 ml.I had a me but suspension gave out, and replaced with supposedly better stylus. I used it from late 80's til a few years ago. I always enjoyed it but IMHO it is not as good as the cartridges mentioned in this th... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Lewm,Sorry about the typo. I will write Lewm 100 times. 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Lewn,Good for you. I received a reply from the vendor and he will be selling the remaining stock in the next few weeks at an unknown increased price. Let us know what you think about it. My favorite so far.As far as having to many cartridges, ther... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Lewm, I believe the NOS Empires 4000D3 were around $300-$350. There were only 6 left about a month ago so he may be out by now but he was selling them slowly. It was a private seller on eBay who bought them when Empire closed and left them in stor... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Lewm,I think you will love the Empire 4000D. If the price is right get it.Danny 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
I am still running 47k instead of Raul and Empire's recommended 100K load impedance so it could be even better.Danny 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Franklin, I liked the M20FL a lot and then tried the azden. I personally liked the azden better except for etching in highs on certain records. I got frustrated about this and went back to the M20FL for a while[ may have needed more break in]until... 
What pre amp to use in my system?
Gte,if you can up your budget to $600 there is a Quicksilver preamp available. Had one in my system and enjoyed. Also good reputation.Danny 
what cartridge?
The best thing that ever happened to my mmf-7 was when the stylus fell off the Goldring. I have used the Soundsmith smm2 ($500-600) and the ortofon m20fl super($180).Both are very good with the m20fl being my favorite.Danny 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Raul, Thank you for the recommendation of the m20fl.May be the best sound I've have had on my system. Need to get my soundsmith repaired and do a comparison but I really enjoy this cartridge.Very musical. Makes me wonder about the Garrot although ... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Interesting thread guys.I have been using a Soundsmith SMMC2 with a Music Hall 7 with good results but the cantilever started having play from side to side and will have to be returned for repair.I installed an old signet mr5.0le and it sounds pre... 
Power Cables which take the soundstage back
I can't believe I'm weighting in again on this point but some people are trying to make things which are subjective into absolute truth.I tried to point this out with humor/sarcasm but it seems not to have had any effect on the tone of discussion.... 
Power Cables which take the soundstage back
Just ordered the King Cobra cx For my Ps1. Thanks Tpreaves for the idea.Got to go Harry Potters starting and you know how I love my Magic.Danny 
Power Cables which take the soundstage back
Pani,It seems both sides of debate like Signal Cables.The Shunyata cords have moved the sound stage back for me. But what do I know.I am obviously delusional and being strongly influenced by the placebo effect. Danny 
best power cord for digital switching amp
I have tried Cardas Cross and Shunyata Taipen with my Bel Canto Ref 1000. The cardas muddied up everything but its not there better cable. I like the Shunyata and am leaning towards keeping it. It is also at low a price due to being discontinued. ...