Lyra Delos A truth teller or what?

It sounds like the Delos is definitely not working for you, so time to move it on. While lots of people love it, it's not for everyone.

The Cadenza Bronze should be a much more neutral cartridge than the Delos. I had a Cadenza Black and preferred it to the Delos, and it was the best tracking cartridge I have ever used. It can, however, be a little bland on some arms. The Bronze is said to be a bit warmer so may work well.

Another cartridge to consider around the same price is the Shelter 501 Mk III. This is a very balanced and musical cartridge. I preferred this to the Cadenza Black and some much more expensive cartridges, and could easily live with this as my only cartridge.

I am finding that there is a learning curve with this table. The VTA increments have thrown me off somewhat. The Delos seems to be very fussy with VTA. Even a minute increase or decrease effects sound a lot. It is sounding pretty good right now. i know, I go back and forth, learning this table and cartridge.

Update.  The Delos is sounding pretty good.  settling down.  I still do not think it should take this long, borderline ridiculous.  One must have a lot of patience for this cartridge unless its just my copy.  not sure most people want shrill for 150 hours from their new cartridge.  It does sound good now but geez.

Final verdict:
I am keeping the Delos.  It sounds incredible all of a sudden.  Wow.  this one took a while but I am happy.  Maybe it was partially the table still breaking in but wow.  sounds incredible.

Don't worry, it will suck tomorrow.