Post by cooksferry on Jul 4, 2018 8:49:37 GMT 12
I've been asked for my input via a local facebook page by a member wanting help getting a better bang from his Technics SL1200. From what I've been told he's currently using some sort of DJ phono stage and mixer but doesn't appear happy with an exaggerated bass response. I'd probably point him towards one of the entry level Project phono stages but have no idea what a similar level cartridge would be. The only names that I've had any experience with are Goldring and Sumiko so welcome any advice .
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Post by Owen Y on Jul 4, 2018 9:31:30 GMT 12
What sort of budget do you think?
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Post by cooksferry on Jul 4, 2018 9:48:28 GMT 12
Not sure Owen but suggestions under $200 probably.
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Post by Owen Y on Jul 4, 2018 10:02:45 GMT 12
2 come to mind: Sumiko Black Pearl Ortofon 2M Red Have not heard either but under NZ$200. I know that the Sumiko Pearl (elliptical stylus) is v good. The Black Pearl has spherical stylus. 2M Red is elliptical I believe.
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Post by cooksferry on Jul 4, 2018 10:09:22 GMT 12
Thanks Owen. I believe I did have either a Pearl or Black Pearl on a lower lever Techinics TT but that would be at least 20 years ago. Memory banks don't work that far back very well.
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Post by Owen Y on Jul 4, 2018 10:09:25 GMT 12
AT95E $70 Nagaoka MP100 $170 Goldring? Rega Carbon $70 Rega Bias 2 $185 Of these, I have heard only the Rega Carbon
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Post by michaelw on Jul 4, 2018 10:51:16 GMT 12
+ grado black $139
but sounds like a prime candidates for one of those new goldrings.
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Post by Citroen on Jul 4, 2018 11:43:12 GMT 12
Based on budget carts I've heard in my systems, I recommend
Audio Technica AT95,
Goldring E1, or
Ortofon OM10
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Post by Graham on Jul 4, 2018 14:12:27 GMT 12
I have a brand new still in its box Ortofon 2M Blue but I would want $250 for it.
The current RRP is $375.
It is a huge step up from the 2M Red.
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Post by cooksferry on Jul 4, 2018 14:58:57 GMT 12
Thanks for all the suggestions. Not sure what cartridge is being used at this time but suspect it maybe some sort of DJ thing. While the owner has asked for advice not sure if he wants to spend money or what a budget might be but at least I can offer some pointers.
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Post by Owen Y on Jul 4, 2018 20:00:50 GMT 12
Advice is free, but unfortunately cartridges are not 
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Post by Gryffles on Jul 4, 2018 21:41:46 GMT 12
I used a Black Pearl for a while when my Benz was being fixed. Sounds good for the money and very good for rock and metal.
I have a Shure V15 III with a brand new elliptical stylus that I'm going to sell just haven't got around to it yet $200.
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