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Cartridge recommendations for Rega RB 1000

Am currently running a Gyro SE with HR power supply, RB 300 arm and Sumiko Bluepoint 2 cartridge. The rest of the system comprises : Phd Sutherland phono stage, CJ CT 5 pre, CJ LP70S power, Musical Fidelity KW 25 dac/trpt.,Quad 2905 speakers, with all Cardas Gold Reference cabling, Transparent power chords etc
Would greatly appreciate comments/advice regd. the RB 1000 arm with recommendations for a compatible cartridge. Am inclined largely on the basis of reviews/ advise from friends towards a Ortofon Kontrapunkt B, or Koetsu Black or maybe a Lyra Helikon. There is no way that I will get to audition any of the cartridges prior to purchase. Hence, the advice/views of A'goners is deeply appreciated.
Cheers
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yioryos
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Sunnyboy
Do you have the rb1000 or not yet?I say his because I am convinced that the armband diameter of the rb1000 is larger than the rb300.I do not own a rb300 but have the rb1000 .Mine is not being used at the moment .I remember the dealer saying something to me at the time of purchase.That was a while ago though.I like to hear suggestions about a suitable cartridge .
George
cableplex
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Contact Michell USA http://www.artech-electronics.com/

Michell makes an updated rega armboard that takes the new 3 point mounting system.
piedpiper
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I'm surprised you're not considering Michell's own Techno Arm.
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sunnyboy1956 OP
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Many thanks for all the comments/advise. Have figured out that I need a new arm band which I have ordered along with a RB1000 from analogue seduction in UK.
Pipedpiper
Did consider the Techno arm. Its basically a moded RB 250/300. The RB 1000 is an update to the now discontinued RB900.A friend has the Gyro with the RB900 and is immensely happy.The the bulk of my audio decisions are based on friendly advice given the limited choices/brands available in my part of the world.
Cheers.
piedpiper
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Sounds like your off and running. enjoy!
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