Cartridge suggestions for SME Turntable

I just purchased a SME Model 15A w/309 tonearm. What are some of the best cartridges that pairs well this amazing turntable, say under $5K.
Thank you!

lalitk10-21-2020 3:34am

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pcosta Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 241 posts 10-21-2020 at 09:36am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Dynavector XV-1s
drrsutliff Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 860 posts 10-21-2020 at 10:15am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The Ortofon Windfeld Ti was used at the Tampa Audio Expo last year paired with this TT setup and worked extremely well.
jperry Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,450 posts 10-21-2020 at 10:41am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Sumiko Palo Santos Benz Micro LPS (you may need the heavier counterweight for this)
mijostyn Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 8,570 posts 10-21-2020 at 12:07pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I absolutely second the Windfeld Ti. In that price range there is no better cartridge and it is hard to justify spending more money than this. The Windfeld Ti is one of the best tracking cartridges made and it is superbly neutral not emphasizing and part of the audio spectrum. It is also a perfect match for the 309. What a great setup! I think the 15 is handily the best value in the line. Enjoy!!
earthtones Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 110 posts 10-21-2020 at 12:35pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I suggest running the resonant frequency calculations on a Soundsmith Sussurro Mark 2 with that arm. I’m using one on an SME 312s. It’s definitely the best cartridge I’ve heard, besting the Benz Ruby 3 and a Kiseki Purpleheart.

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