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Dynavector or Grado ?

I plan on purchasing the VPI Superscoutmaster and prefer to have the cartridge mounted by VPI before it is shipped to the dealer.
VPI will mount Dynavector and Grado cartridges ONLY as they are the 2 brands they sell.
Query...which is the better sounding cartridge?
The high end Dynavector lists for $4000 and the high end Grado lists for $2500.
I only listen to rock and roll music.
For reference, I have an Arcam FMJ pre amp. with a phonostage and Arcam FMJ mono amps.
Thanks for looking!
theaquaman
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cides_xalapa
2 posts
 
I have buyed a Dynavector 10X5 and I feel really satisfied with its musicality, detail and range. Sure the 20 is better but I didn´t pay the difference.
I´m convinced you don´t need to spend even 2500 for the cartridge if you take the risk of buy the 20X and spent the rest in music. Dinavector is really good cartridge with not to much money spent in advertising and "expert reviews".
Good luck
jsujo
348 posts
 
I have the Scout with the 20X and spending so much for the top model is kind of foolish, especially if you listen to rock music mainly. As most rock music wasnt produced that well to begin with.

I think the 20X gives you a great performance % of the top dogs for very little.
stanhifi
224 posts
 
Perhaps Tpsonic should mention he is a dealer and has an interest in the Dynavector line.
jeff_jones
418 posts
 
With a JMW10/Aries combo, the DV20XH was an excellent cartridge for rock and roll, actually I thought it was excellent period. Tain't heard the grado.
I replaced it with a Clearaudio Virtuoso Wood (yeck)and then a Shelter 901 and the a Lyra Helicon SL. Of the 4, the DV20 was the smart buy.
bignerd100
515 posts
 
THe Grado cartidges are a little more forgiving of bad recordings than other cartridges. Little experiance with the Dynavectors. Grado Sonata is avery nice sounding cart.

Good luck!
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