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Denon Dl-103r is it for real?

I removed my Dynavector XV-1s (long story about the outcome of the sale) to sell to make $$$ for an amp upgrade and bought a new Denon 103r. I'm very surprised at the level of quality sound this low cost cart. lays out in my system. I almost forget how good the Dynavector was!
Anyone else experiance this in their system. Maybe it's my equipment and room but it is just damm good for the money!
gandme
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czbbcl
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It is a very good cartridge for the money. I had a very good experience with a denon 103r until I snapped of the cantilever.
brf
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The Denon 103r is an excellent cartridge for the money, but with my table/arm combo and to my ears, the Denon 103r does not even come close to the performance of the Dynavector DV XV-1. In fact, the Dynavector 20x2 out performs the 103r in my system. Cartridges are so arm dependent, that someone with a different arm may experience the opposite results.
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czbbcl
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I replaced the denon with a benz wood sl and it too is a much better cartridge. Quieter in the groove and much better balanced and natural sounding.

Chuck
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