I've used Grado with S-tonearms many times, especially with Technics tables, and this seems to be a very similar table. Should not be an issue at all. The Prestige series is the highest level I would spend for that table however.
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Many are compatible, better to get a few you are interested in, ask about specific ones. IMO, that TT is darn good (I've had 2), get a new AT Cartridge with advanced stylus shape, and a 2nd headshell, leave the original Elliptical in it's original headshell. This would be great on that TT. https://www.audio-technica.com/en-us/cartridges/type/moving-magnet/vm540ml-h |
Almost any cart that tracks at 2 grams (mN) will work. Beware lighter trackers, as they have higher compliance than that arm is good for. Matching a cart mechanically is easy, but sonically, it depends on your musical preferences, accompanying electronics, speakers, etc. I agree with Jr. that AT makes a good all-rounder. While the Sumikos lack the advanced stylus specs (nudity, line contact), their generator is excellent and plenty of listeners love them for their "warmth" and excellent tracking. Consider a Rainier as one of your options. For a Grado, I'd look at the Opus 3 if budget allows. It gets a lot of love. |
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