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VPI Classic and new cartridge - which one?

Dear All,

I have a VPI Classic table + the trimmings (sds, clamp, vta tower) with a dynavector xx2 mkii into my c2300.

I am looking to get a new cartridge offering all round improvements in performance. The obvious step would be the xv1-s, but I have read that this might be topped by other newer models now.

I am keeping my options open and am considering:

XV1-s
Ortofon A90
Transfiguration Orpheus
Lyra Titan i

I like the musicality of my xx2 and would not be prepared to go for an uber analytical cartridge - some have told me that I should avoid the Lyra in that case.

Wondering whether I should consider others and whether anyone has experience with these cartridges with a vpi table.

Thanks
c2300mc275
actusreus
733 posts
 
What a great set-up! I have the Classic with the Lyra Delos and I'm in analogue nirvana every weekend, but your combo is in a different class altogether. It gives me something to look forward to one day when I can upgrade my cartridge. Congratulations!
jdaniel13
129 posts
 
What was your particular problem with xx2 performance? I had one too....
dawgfish
157 posts
 
Add another Classic/Delos combo to the list -- sounds great in my system, so I'm sure the Titan i would be a worthy candidate.
c2300mc275 OP
27 posts
 
@Jdaniel13

> No problem with the Dyna xx2 - great cartridge really. I just wanted a bit more of everything, and got it! Bigger soundstage, deeper and tighter bass, more air/space, better timbre - just a better cartridge and the classic is capable of eeking out the differences.
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