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Phono Cartridge for $1,000.

Currently have Clearaudio Virtuoso MM cartridge . Wanting to go to MC. Found a Hana ML and a Sumiko Blackbird on sale for $1000. I am using a Musical Fidelity M6 phonostage so it will handle all. Is it worth it to change? If so, which one? I live in the sticks in Alabama so listening is almost impossible. 
jsal3689
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chakster
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I faced a similar situation and was tried to decide among the A-T ART-9, Hana ML and Sumiko Blackbird.


Did you compare all 3 in your system before you made a choice ? 
ocean2059
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I listened to Hana ML and Sumiko Blackbird before I made the decision to go with the Hana. I listen to classical music mostly and felt Hana is a bit more detailed with excellent resolution in higher frequency range.  The A-T ART-9 wasn't available at the time.  
jsal3689 OP
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After talking with too many people. I pulled the trigger on the Sumiko Blackbird. I think it will pair well with my system. It is a big system in a big room. I was able to get it for less than a thousand.
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chakster
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LOL 

I was supposed to say that Sumiko should not be in this list at all. 
ART9 cost $990 from US dealers
bajaed
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The Art9 has been discontinued and is no longer for sale on the AT site. A newer version should go on sale soon. Might be $150 to $250 more.
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