for Los Angeles can anyone recommend someone to hire install phono cartridge

Are you asking because you don’t know how to set up a cartridge at all? Or are you asking because you want it fussed over until it is perfect?

With the Lenco you will need a stylus pressure guage. You will need a protractor to set alignment correctly. I have both of these although a protractor is something you can easily print out (make sure it is at correct scale!). I don’t know about your arm but you will need azimuth adjusted along with VTA if your arm has the ability to do this. I live in Redondo beach and work in Santa Monica. I’m not a professional at all - just an enthusiast. But if you’re close by I might come and help you out - no need for payment. PM me if you want my help.

I have the Feickert Protractor, Adjust + and Fozgometer that can help you get the best alignment for your cartridge.  Not a professional - best if you know how to adjust/work your tonearm.  I am in Pasadena, but only available on weekends and after the 24th.  PM me if interested - like matteos, no need for payment.

I had a nice long chat during my first visit to Brooks Berdan Ltd in Monrovia today.  They have great expertise and a lot of experience with turntable setup.  Another terrific go-to shop for your phono needs.

Great to hear, James! Brooks was my dealer from the mid-80's until his death in 2011. As mentioned above, his and Sheila Berdan's son (who was trained by Brooks) branched out with his own shop in nearby Pasadena, and Sheila took over management of BB Ltd. in Monrovia. Both great shops! 

Thanks for all the input and especially those local offered to help me with cartridge install.  I have yet to buy a new cartridge as one of my powered speaker woofer amps broke and wont be back till june.  I was going to upgrade my cartridge but now best to wait.  

I live in atwater village near glendale so not far from member RDK.

Thanks

Michael