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What cartridge for a prime super scout 10.5 arm.? Budget $500

Just looking for any cartridge recommendations for a used prime super scout I just picked up with 10.5 arm. I got a great deal on the table but don’t want to spend a fortune on the cartridge. I had a Sumiko Bluepoint N0 3 which sounded great to me but I accidentally damaged the needle. The cantilever broke off so that’s done. On to the next thing. My system is a Mcintosh C50 preamp and MC452 amp with NHT 3.3 speakers. The C50 has both MM and MC. I listen to anything from Kiana Krall to David bowie and I like a good low end and good midrange. I’d like to try another cartridge since I have to replace Sumiko. Budget is $500.00

Thanks in advance
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ericsch
751 posts
 
The Hana SL retails for $750, but can be found for less. 
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funlvr1965 OP
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I appreciate all the recommnations.  When I first went to order a cartridge after the receiving  the VPI, I called Upscale audio for recommendations. I told them my price point and they recommended the Sumiko Bluepoint No 3 & the Hana EL. They said either was a tossup with the Sumiko being easier to mount since it's threaded. I would like to try the Hana SL however it's above my price point. I'd like some more recomendations in my price range especially from real world VPI owners. I'd also like to know what the sonic differences are between MM & MC especially since my Mac C50 can take either one. My audio dealer who did a great job installing and aligning the Sumiko said that he's had good results with Denon cartridges. Any thoughts on those?
mr_m
1,900 posts
 
Consider  a Nagaoka 
MP-200. MM.

Most NOS carts are old tech, Ancient history.
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jasonbourne52
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+1 for the AT - OC9XML for $549. Nude Microline stylus and boron cantilever. 
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