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Originally Posted by Audiophilehi
Would like some recommendations on a MC cartridge to replace my long in the tooth Lyra Helikon Stereo. The Helikon still sounds fantastic to me but it's over 10 years old and I feel it's time for an upgrade.
So far my list is short. What's intrigued me so far are the Ortofon Cadenza Black and Bronze cartridges. I have not listened to either of them but read some nice things about them.
I would like to keep my budget in the $2,000-$2,500 range. I know the Cadenza Black is a bit higher. (You know how budgets go) 
My analog front end is the VPI HR-X turntable and VPI 12.7 tonearm.
Thanks in advance!!  |
Every Cadenza series cartridge I have heard has been excellent. I had the Bronze here for an extended stay, and its a fine cartridge that has a pleasant burnished warmth without a loss of detail. The Black I have not heard, although I have owned an Winfeld, and own an A90. I suspect the Black would be closer to them than anything else, and that would make it a nice cartridge.
Cheers
Mister Pig