2. analog
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What should I expect moving from MM to MC?

I understand it depends on the setup, so I'll start here. I'm starting small (in my quest for music Nirvana!):

  • Denon PMA-600NE (70W, dedicated analog wiring, also a "source direct" feature that by passes the bass/treble/balance circuitry)
  • Klipsch RP-500M bookshelves
  • Klipsch 12" Sub
  • Mofi Studiodeck turntable

 

I was considering moving from my Sumiko Olympia MM cartridge to the Sumiko Blue Point No.3 MC Hi. 

 

Nothing but praise for the Blue Point in all reviews. But will I noticeably hear a clearer, fuller, warmer sound? Or is it a waste on money, focus elsewhere.

Thanks in advance!

 

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smoorenc
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I had "humming" issues that disappeared. Rega P6. I went from EExact to Ania. 

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anotherbob
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Just sell all the vinyl stuff and invest in good quality streaming gear and enjoy better sound quality and almost unlimited music selection on Qobuz for $14.99 a month.

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@SecretGuy "High output MC really diminishes the supposed advantages of the MC design.

I'd probably keep saving to get a nice phono stage and low output MC."

Care to explain the reasons?

jpasko01
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Personally I love my Sumiko Blue Point #2 MC cartridge.  Seems to give an extra ooomph to the base and very crisp highs. Plus I don’t use an expensive phono stage. 

priitv8
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While I've never been "tested", I have very sensitive ears and believe I can pick up frequencies over 20khz. 

That is fairly easy to test: 

 

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