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Bent cantilever on Exact 2......oops

As I was removing an LP from the platter last night, I accidently hit the back of my hand into my Rega Exact 2 cartridge, and now the cantilever is bent. The "new" position is about 10 - 15 degrees inward, and about 10 degrees downward. It still seems to be tracking normally, and after playing several familiar tracks after "the accident," I cannot perceive of any changes in the sound of music.

What should I do ? Buying a new cartridge is not part of my overall household budget right now. Since the music still sounds great, can I just keep playing my LP's without worry ? Any advice is greatly appreciated. Thanks a lot.

adam18
adam18 OP
670 posts
 
Thanks Thorman.....I'll keep my fingers crossed, and hope to have luck with this. By the way, if my cartridge does indeed fail, what should I consider as a replacement other than a new Exact 2 ? I really love how the music sounds the way my system is now, and I truly believe that the idea of Rega cartridge -- Rega arm -- Rega table creates a wonderful synergy. I'd want to stay wth MM or a high output MC, as I want to continue to use my amp's onboard phono stage. So, I'm hoping NOT to need to buy a new cartridge, but, just in case, I'll need some good options.
thorman
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Adam18
Maybe some other Audiogon Rega Turntable owners can help you out..I don't have a Rega table and would not want to recommend a cartridge that I haven't tried...Maybe start another thread asking that question....Good luck
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tom6897
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Adam18, I am glad to see that others are showing their charitable side. I too have been making several monitary donations to foodbanks and shelters. The economy has put many individuals and families into situations that are putting quite a burden on community resources. I am very lucky to be able to help out and I am blessed that I can support some worthy causes. Good listening to you!
playpen
161 posts
 
I'd be afraid of record damage.I installed the $50. audio-technica at-95emm that mike Fremmer recommended on my friends rotel and was rather impressed with cost to performance as compared to my $800. clearaudio on my rega.I'd think about that before risking damage.You could always put it on a cheap table later when your budget allows.
miner42
709 posts
 
I had good results from an Exact/P5 combo and when Iupgraded to the P7 I chose a DV20XH cartridge - a step above the Exact in detail and musicality. My Exact is now my backup cartridge.
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