In from left field.....the AT Art 1000 is one hell of a cartridge for the $. I have one standing in for a Lyra Etna SL while off for a rebuild. I will probably leave the Art in place until it wears out.....
The Etna has a more "airy" sound to it and goes down deeper but the Art 1000 has a special euphonic/liquid character to it and it is lightening quick. Still has plenty of dynamics. At half the cost of the Etna I would consider it a very cost effective choice. My Sonic Labs would be another suggestion.
Whatever you want to buy, find out how easy it is to replace the stylus. If there is just one dealer who can do it and they go out of business, you will regret it.
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