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Basis Vector cartridge recommendations

Looking for some advice from the analog experts for a cartridge, running a Basis 2200 signature, Vector 4 tonearm with an Allnic 3000 phono stage, CJ Premier 14, Mac 501 amps and all Kubala- Sosna cabling. I have used an ortofon jubilee for 7 years or so and thinking about a change. short list:

Ortofon cadenza black - slightly concerned it might be too revealing with my Thiels and music preference - classic rock, blues, jazz.....

Ortofon bronze
Transfiguration Proteus
Lyra - never have moved me but limited experience

Any suggestions would be appreciated since auditions in my room are impossible. Thanks.
pops
larryi
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Pops,

I like your choie in cartridges. I don't think there were many restrictions on your choices with the Vector arm; it would work with almost any low compliance cartridge and probably most medium compliance cartridges as well. Although Transfiguration cartridges have a low source impedance, which suggests they should be loaded down, I actually like them run with not much loading into my phonostage so do some experimenting (my Orpheus L is not that sensitive to loading).
pops OP
2,273 posts
 
Larryi thanks for the reply, I am currently loading into my Allnic H3000 at 45 ohms. That seems to be the best I have heard so far with my limited time listening. I only have a couple of evenings and 8 hours on it so far.

I will definitely do some experimenting.
pops OP
2,273 posts
 
Update, the Proteus is sounding very nice still only has 20 hours on it. It digs out everything in the groove in such a way that it has finesse and power at the same time.

Still experimenting with loading, 45 ohms has incredible bass and bass definition, 118 ohms allows more texture and sweeter highs. I know loading values are system and cable dependent. This is a very enjoyable cartridge! Still learn its character. Good listening!
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jmcgrogan2
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That's great Pops! Thanks for the update, I'm glad that you are enjoying your Proteus!!
breezer
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Dear Pops, would you please report about your long term experience with the Proteus, as I intend to buy one for either my Kuzma with Airline or for the Brinkmann Balance with Breuer tonearm. 
Maybe someone have some experiences with these gear and Transfiguration?
Or perhaps someone who had compared the ZYX Universe with the Proteus???
thanks very much!
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