2. analog
  3. 135252-111641

opinions about leaving Audio Technia ART-9 MC for a Ortofon Cadenza bronze mc ?

First off i really enjoy this forum, unlike another bigger forum that  slaps its less refined non professional subscribers more than often. I have a vpi scout 2 currently, i have a AudioTechnica Art-9 mc cart, it really sounds awesome, but i just bought a VPI classic rosewood se 10" arm and am selling the scout 2 so it I was recommended by VPI that the bronze ortofon cadenza elevates that rosewood se to such a level it would be the last cart id ever want to use, has anybody out there had this swap from cart to cart to chime in on the changes you heard, I have the electronics and speakers that can justify the extra loot for the change in cart.
128x128yohimey
tzh21y
1,654 posts
 
bronze is a great cartridge
invictus005
597 posts
 
Either cartridge is fantastic.
ps68
230 posts
 
I changed from Art-9 to Aidas PanzerHolz Diamond last year, the difference is significant in all areas, I think this cart performs well in the 5K league at under 2k. You could consider this also as it will outperform the Bronze too..
spotcheckbilly12345
30 posts
 
Going from an ART-9 to a Cadenza Bronze might very well be a lateral move at best. You really have to A/B them against each other to know which suits your tastes better.

Choosing a cartridge from what someone else tells you vs. live listening is fraught with danger. As an example, VPI told me what a great cartridge the Grado Gold was when I inquired about buying my (gen.1) Traveler so I took their word for it and placed my order. Much to my dismay I found the Grado to be the most boring cartridge that I ever listened to. 

A lesson learned!

Cheers,
              SB
More to discover