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I can't get a wood bodied Benz anymore

I talked to the distributor and he isn't getting this cartridge anymore. What cartridge would be the closest to this cartridge. I talked to a couple of dealers but I got the Impression they were trying trying to sell what they had. I would like your unbiased opinion. Thank you.
taters
taters OP
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I have an S generation of the original L-2.
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drrsutliff
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I have a Benz Ebony H that I sent to SoundSmith for a retip since there where no replacements avaliable. I paid extra to retain the original cantilever and just had them replace the diamond. It continues to make beautiful music for me and I probably will have it retipped again when it is in need.
taters OP
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I heard when you do that it doesn't sound the same. Plus I was told it takes 6 to 8 months get back the cartridge.
salectric
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I had SoundSmith do a "re-tip only" on my Benz LP and I think it sounds the same as it did prior to the retipping, just with a whole lot better tracking since the stylus tip is no longer worn. The retipping didn't take all that long, maybe 6 weeks or so, and was within the time frame quoted by SS.
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mulveling
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Honestly, a re-tip only sounds like a pretty good option. I also think the original cantilever is key to maintaining the original sound. Recent reports on SS's turnaround time makes it sound pretty reasonable. What (much) have you got to lose if it's your best (and an affordable) optional to try and maintain the sound you like?

I have an old Koetsu Onyx Signature that I'm considering doing a re-tip only on.
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