What cartridge are you using with VPI JMW9

My friend has this table with an EVOII or 3, can't remember. Sounds very good and he is considering an upgrade in the phono stage. I personally think that he should upgrade to a good MC first and then the phono. I think it will better help him in making the subtle differences in phono stages more apparent IMO. How do you others feel about this. Much has been said about the Blackbird on this table but I can't see it being a huge jump in improvement over the EVO.
Thanks listeners...

Count my vote for the Dynavector 20XH - absolutely excellent. I've been meaning to try a Shelter 501mk2 for an upgrade now that I have a MM/MC switchable phono pre.

Clearaudio Maestro Wood MM in my JMW-9 going through a Graham Slee ERA Gold V. Great combination!

Like Bryan I am using the Dynavector 17D mkII - I needed a bigger counter weight as well. I used to use the 20X which was much more lush (to my liking) - but the speed and accuracy of the 17D makes it worth the extra money.