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Benz micro glider vs dynavector 20X2

Hi every one I have just listened to couple of suggestions of phono cartridges from 2 local dealers. I am wanting to got to a moving coil but can only afford high output phono cartridges. Don't need or have any money spent on upgrading my preamp phono stage. So do not want suggestions on phono stages or upgrades just the 2 cartridges.

I have been suggested 2 moving coil phono cartridges which are
the Dynavector 20X2 H and the Benz Micro Glider High output version.

My preamp is a cary slp-98p tube single ended triode preamp that can support up to as low as 1.4 millivotlts.

Just wondering which has a better build quality and whats the deferences other then sound. Which is a better value And has anyone had any problems with the Benz. And since I have heard benz has been having some problems with there servicing department. Would it be an issue in the future to have it replace the tip on it. compared to the dynavector?
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czarivey
5,946 posts
 
in the past years i would strongly prefer benz over dyna given the fact they're same class.
benz gives exceptional sonic balance and smoothness of non-fatigue performance while dyna is somewhat aggressive but very precise.
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jmcgrogan2
6,346 posts
 
While I do agree with Czarivey's assessment of these two cartridges sonic characteristics, I am running a Dynavector XX-2 mk II with my SLP-98P preamp with good success. The warm, sweet SLP-98 works better with the precision of a Dynavector than the extra warmth of the Benz, IMHO. As always, YMMV.
wlutke
729 posts
 
Contact Benz and ask them retip time. I have an original Glider and a 20X2m. I would go for the glider. The detail and treble are far superior and the sound is overall more civilized. The Dyna is known for big bass and an organic sound. It can rock. The 2.4 mv Soundsmith Zephyr MKII is in that price range too. Have not heard it but others claim it is killer.
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