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Cartridge for Technics SL-1200GAE

Just purchased a GAE and looking for cartridge recommendations that are a good match for the tonearm and have a musical character. I’m not a detail freak but tone and pace, rhythm, and timing are important (I don’t want pleasant sounding but doesn’t hold your attention). I’m looking under $1000 and can be MM or MC. Hoping to get responses from users with experience. Was thinking Hana EL based on reviews but would appreciate any advice. Thanks in advance!
schw06
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yogiboy
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If you put in the information this will show you if your cartridge and arm are compatible!

https://www.vinylengine.com/cartridge_resonance_evaluator.php?eff_mass=12&submit=Submit

shadow8911
9 posts
 
Thanks Yogi!

One question: When using that table do you include the weight of the headshell in the total mass? 
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yogiboy
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The mass of the tonearm should include the headshell. If the Technics arm is 12 grams that would be with the headshell!
tablejockey
3,887 posts
 
I am not an owner of this nice table, but have heard one with an already mentioned cart.

Audio Technica ART9. Very believable presentation. I have one on my table-VPI Classic. 

https://www.lpgear.com/product/ATART9.html

If you have the gain for a lower output, ART7 via Ebay seller for a few bucks less. It may be an option for added refinement over the ART9?

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