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cartridge for Thorens TD 147 with TP 16 Mk III

Hi
What is a reasonable amount to spend on a cartridge for Thorens TD 147 with TP 16 Mk III tone arm ?
I think that turntable / arm combo deserves a cartridge of at least $200 and I am considering Ortofon 2M blue, 2M Bronze, Sumiko Blue Point 2. Definitely would like something with deep and full base, some sparkle , something different from Grado (too laid-back) but not bright and aggressive.
the phono pre-amp is EAR 834P
Any thoughts / recommendations highly appreciated?
pvctor
pvctor OP
9 posts
 
hi Musicdoc
great idea to add a speed box II .. I will definitely try it. Do you know if the speed box power plug fits the turntable?

Thorman and Musicdoc, how would you compare the sound of Ortofon 2M blue and Shure M92ED + SAS (both are $200 which is my lower range) ? What about Shure M92ED + SAS vs Sumiko Blue Point 2 ( for an extra $100)

pvctor OP
9 posts
 
correction to my previous post. Sumiko Blue Point No 2 Cartridge is $400 , hence $200 extra
thorman
1,262 posts
 
Pvctor: Never tried the Shure 92ED or Ortofon mentioned...
s_allen
6 posts
 
The Thorens TD147 Table with the TP16 Mk3 tonearm with the TP63 arm wand requires a high compliance cartridge. Meaning max cartridge weight is about 8.5 grams. Which rules out any heavy MC carts. It might be possible to use heavy carts but you would need a heavier Thorens counter weight.
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dlcockrum
2,190 posts
 
I have this table/arm and use a wide variety of vintage high/medium compliance MMs. I would recommend the Micro-Acoustics MA 2002e. A NOS 2002e can be found for sale on "you-know-where" right now.

Happy Listening,
Dave
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