hmmmmm replace cartridge or phono stage.
On one hand, upgrading a cartridge can lead to better parts: cantilever, coils, shell, diamond/stylus profile. Just updating from the Blu Point#2's elliptical should offer significant improvements say in getting more information, better transients, fuller vocals, etc.
On the other hand, when amplifying the minute cartridge generated voltage multiple times over to get to line level, quality of parts as well as execution is also important. One may expect better clarity, quieter background noise which leads to hearing more minute details.
Both offer sonic upgrades, but which one is best for you?
In high-end audio, many believe in the importance of the entire audio chain. Also, many believe it's always best to address the weak link. I too believe that your best bang for buck is to upgrade your phono stage rather than the cartridge. That way you reduce being hampered by any future cartridge upgrades, especially if you run into a great offers like a half retail price new cartridge.
On one hand, upgrading a cartridge can lead to better parts: cantilever, coils, shell, diamond/stylus profile. Just updating from the Blu Point#2's elliptical should offer significant improvements say in getting more information, better transients, fuller vocals, etc.
On the other hand, when amplifying the minute cartridge generated voltage multiple times over to get to line level, quality of parts as well as execution is also important. One may expect better clarity, quieter background noise which leads to hearing more minute details.
Both offer sonic upgrades, but which one is best for you?
In high-end audio, many believe in the importance of the entire audio chain. Also, many believe it's always best to address the weak link. I too believe that your best bang for buck is to upgrade your phono stage rather than the cartridge. That way you reduce being hampered by any future cartridge upgrades, especially if you run into a great offers like a half retail price new cartridge.