Seeking Legit Cartridge Expert?

Anyone out there have a reputable guy who knows the nuances of carts in the $2000+ range? So many opinions.....

current set up

VPI Super Prime Scot / 10.5 arm

Hana ML

Harbeth 40.3XD

What's going to drastically improve my sound / detail....mostly listen to Hard Rock, Zeppelin etc....

Thanks!

tommypenngotti01-16-2024 6:30pm

tablejockey Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 3,786 posts 01-16-2024 at 09:51pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete ANY setup will under perform without a proper phonostage.
tommypenngotti OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 217 posts 01-16-2024 at 10:02pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Allnic 1202
tablejockey Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 3,786 posts 01-16-2024 at 10:31pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Look forward to at least 10 brand/models suggested as being "the best" Audio Technica ART9@$1500. IMO spending more should go to a "better" table/arm. I've had good luck with used for considerably le$$. ART9 on VPI CLassic. Presently Kiseki Blue.
tommypenngotti OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 217 posts 01-17-2024 at 12:02am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete @tablejockey right thanks 😃 I was considering the ART9XI or ART9XA...not sure which one or if it would be better than the Hana ML , thanks!