Well, having only listened to only the Dynavector 20XH, I would not say that I like MC better than MM across the board. But I did like the 20XH better than the MM cartridges that I compared it with. I would certainly like to try out a Low output MC cartridge to hear how it sound compared to the 20XH, seeing that I am using a Modwright 9.0 SE phono stage. THis unit is great sounding and it has a lot of gain to support a low output MC cartridge.
Almandog; I've also heard from others that if you're considering the Ortofon 2M Black the Dynavector 20XH is a much better sounding cartridge in that same price range. My friend in Tampa tells me though that the Maestro is a big step up from the Virtuoso so hard to say how the Maestro might compare to the 20XH. Thanks for your comments.
I have my 2m black on a vpi scout. Before the black I had a virtuoso. Although both are fine carts, I like the black better with this particular turntable. I have a cj pv-15 tube preamp if that's helpful. The virtuoso I found to be a bit on the dry side. Great dynamics, more detail in the highs and mids, more air and extension The black sounds both warmer and with a bigger soundstage and more extended bass. Since I listen to a lot of jazz and rock those are important qualities.
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