For what it worth, I have Denon DL-103M cartridge and it is very good with Fidelity Research FRT-3G transformer. I think that 103D is closer to it in terms of compliance.
Denon DL103D or DL103LCII
Hi,
I've just come across a Denon DL103D and DL103LCII.
Just wondering if anyone had experience with these two models and how they compare.
Both in used condition. The DL103D being from the late 70's and the other around mid 1980's.
Cost of both are roughly the same at 10,000Yen. The condition is stated to be okay for both and are being sold at a reputable second-hand audio store in Tokyo.
I currently use an old Ortofon MC20MKII and was thinking to try these out as they are relatively cheap. I listen to a lot of jazz and classical music.
I have a Uesugi bros 5L SUT,
the specs of which are as follows (just in case anyone can accurate say whether it will be a match at least at this part of the chain) I think both Denon's here are low internal impedance as well compared to the usual 103's.
Uesugi bros 5L
First impedance: 3 ohm
Secondary impedance: 2 Kohm
Compared with pressure boost: 25.8 times
Secondary side proper load area: 30K-100K ohm
Frequency: 10-130000Hz (+1.0dB/-0.5dB)
Any ideas?
Thanks
kohey
I've just come across a Denon DL103D and DL103LCII.
Just wondering if anyone had experience with these two models and how they compare.
Both in used condition. The DL103D being from the late 70's and the other around mid 1980's.
Cost of both are roughly the same at 10,000Yen. The condition is stated to be okay for both and are being sold at a reputable second-hand audio store in Tokyo.
I currently use an old Ortofon MC20MKII and was thinking to try these out as they are relatively cheap. I listen to a lot of jazz and classical music.
I have a Uesugi bros 5L SUT,
the specs of which are as follows (just in case anyone can accurate say whether it will be a match at least at this part of the chain) I think both Denon's here are low internal impedance as well compared to the usual 103's.
Uesugi bros 5L
First impedance: 3 ohm
Secondary impedance: 2 Kohm
Compared with pressure boost: 25.8 times
Secondary side proper load area: 30K-100K ohm
Frequency: 10-130000Hz (+1.0dB/-0.5dB)
Any ideas?
Thanks
kohey
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