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Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Raul thanks for sharing this info. Sense you have the same 9600 what discoverys have you come up with vta/vtf. Really looking forward to what this cartridge will bring. Mike 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
The seller got back with me and there will be know setup info included. And the net is not any help either going in the dark should be interesting. 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Raul I believe for the asking price you can't go wrong and bought a 9600. I asked some questions but no response yet. Your last post helped make my decision. Hope more setup info is included with the package. Mike 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Raul im on it and many thanks. 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Chris now that I've reached 50+ hours I started different vta settings Tracking at 1g settled with a slight higher position. Yea this fine MM cartridge does really sing. Now like you want to try others. Mike 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
And after 5hrs of music my wife and myself are quiet impressed 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Ct0517 yes it is 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Banquo363 ive contacted the seller to verify it has the empire logo like on the photo of rauls. as of todays exchange rates the price asked is less than i payed for the nos cartridge but not by much. many thanks for the link and hope im not boring... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
yea Raul what a revelation these MMs are last night spinning lps was a total delight to the ears. on the replacement stylus for empire d3 i am having not much luck locating one that looks like the picture of yours in your review of d3. not giving ... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
David what a fine list thank you now that I have my feet wet I want to move deeper in the pool. Listening to several lps this evening I am still in awe of the presentation the 4000 delivers this is about as enlighting a sound these ears have heard... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
So when it comes to new modern MM built cost factor has shown up are there any that compete with vintage nos MM that don't cost like high end MCs? 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
O yes when it comes to my cartridges and vinyl TLC is a must along with clean clean clean. I have been very gentle with a onzow zero dust and that works very well. When it comes to the magic eraser you need a steady hand and it works the best for ... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Yes as I write I have gentle giant playing and it sounds wide open and very tight. Raul thanks for the answer door you think its ok to use magic eraser. What do you recommend. Mike 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Hello Raul after a high recommendation from a good friend i bought one of the nos empire gold 4000d3s that are available. Ive gone vintage amps and preamp and thought a vintage cartridge would be a good move. After 30+ hours i would say this was a... 
Replace pwr cord w/IEC socket on vintage gear?
ok al sounds good to me.