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In Reply to: What cartridge? posted by gstew on November 28, 2004 at 21:56:20:
How about a OC9 and a K&K step up transformer kit?
My OC9 through a 10:1 transformer has lotsa gain. It also has all the attributes you have described you are looking for. MMMM... It would be a tasty pairing with that Seduction and come in at about $500 all said and done and sound by some accounts better than a $2500 low output moving coil!
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Alan Gallacher
Born to Tinker!
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Maybe too expensive but I swapped my 1/2 year old OC9 ML2 for a Shelter 501mk2. Now if you think upgrading to a OC9 is a big improvement wait until you hear this.I prefer a Ortofon T20 over my Classe MC stage with both cartridges.
BTW my first OC9 lasted for 7 years untill the cantiliver suspension worn out.
Recently, I replaced my Clearaudio Aurum Beta S ( MM ) with the wonderful AT-OC9ML/II, the difference was astonishing - I never guessed this would make such a big improvement to my system.
The AT-OC9ML/II is much quieter, tracks better, has sweeter midrange, greater bass and treble extension, detailing is amazing - I couldn't recommend it highly.
Good thought there. How's the longevity of the OC9?I do like that it has a Microline stylus and a boron cantilever!
Thanks!
Greg in Minneapolis
I have only had mine for about 4 months and feel that its just broken in now. It is easily the best sound I have ever had! I am tremendously happy with my analog front end. After messing around with high end MM and HO MC cartriges for years (Grado,Shure, and the original BP) there is no going back for me!
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Alan Gallacher
Born to Tinker!
OK, you've got my curiousity piqued... which K&K stepup xfrmr kit and from where?I can get the OC-9 from Needledoctor... I stopped by there last week just to check out what they have. The guy I talked with (also Greg) really liked the Grados, but I'm still cautious about whether I can get one to work well on my tonearm.
TIA!
Greg in Minneapolis
For me the AT OC9ML/II leaves my Grado TLZ in the DUST! No comparison at all!K&K is an asylum sponsor and have a forum here to assist in building their kits.
Follow the link...
Good luck!
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Alan Gallacher
Born to Tinker!
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