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Dynavector 20x2 High or Low Output?

I have a VPI HW-19v4 table with a 12.5 arm. I am currently using a Denon 103r with a Bob's Cinemag Step-up. I have a friend that is selling a like new 2.8mv 20X2 for $750. Should I hold out on a Low version since I have the Step-up or get the HO version and lose the Step-up? Has anyone A/B'd the Denon to the 20X2? Finally, what are your thoughts of this cartridge is it a worthy upgrade from the 103r?
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miner42
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I sold my lightly used (<100 hrs) DV20XH for $400 recently.
dan_ed
2,451 posts
 
Tketcham is correct to point out that the OP is referring to the NEW 20x2 which retails for $850 usd.

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johnnyb53
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02-07-11: Podolaw
What would your recommendation at $750-1k ?
Why not avail yourself of Japan's economy of scale in close-tolerance manufacturing?

Audio Technica OC9 iii, $549

Audio Technica AT33EV $499

Denon DL-S1, $949

Denon DL-304, $599

I have heard really good things about the Denon DL-S1.

Another alternative: see if Zu Audio still has their nuded, aluminum-encased Z-103 versions of the Denon DL-103. They vary in price depending on how well they spec out, but all are (were?) in your price range. The heavier metal casing adds enough mass to the cartridge to make it a good compliance match for most arms. Between eliminating the stock cartridge's plastic body resonances and improving mass matching with a heavier and extremely rigid housing, it should be a significant improvement over your stock DL-103 that you are replacing.
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