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Can anyone suggest a good universal headshell?

Any guidance would be appreciated. I need some suggestions on a good aftermarket universal headshell, new, or used. I don't have the budget for an Orsonics, which would be my first choice. Table will be a Micro Seiki MR-711 and arm will be Micro MA-202L. Thanks in advance for suggestions.
Marty
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zaikesman
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Since I have a Technics SL-1200 my headshell is their stock one, which is lightweight and rigid magnesium (not heavy pot metal like the Stanton) with gold plated pins. What is the Orsonic and what are its distinguishing features that make it so desirable? The one thing I find inconvenient about the Technics is that its upper surface indentations for the cartridge screw heads are slightly too narrow for some, even though the slots themselves are wide enough.
patrickamory
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For what cartridge?
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thom_at_galibier_design
729 posts
 
Sumiko ... it permits azimuth adjustment which is NOT a trivial advantage.

Cheers,
Thom @ Galibier
muzcal
66 posts
 
Sumiko used to sell some really rigid headshells with az adjust. Look out for some. Also Sumiko used to sell really good ofc cartridge wires (same as the old Fulton). These will upgrade almost any headshell.
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