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new cart 600.00 and under

hello fellow analog lovers. A friend is picking up a VPI scout and wants a cart 600.00 and under. So far the choices are, Denon, Dynavector, and clear Audio. He does not have much experience so any suggestions would be very helpful. any clear winners among this bunch? Are there any others he should consider? Thanks
chrissain
zd542
5,339 posts
 
I would also recommend the DV20x. I had one and thought it was great. Also, you need to know what type phono pre your friend is going to use so that there will be no compatibility issues. The DV20x comes in low and high output versions. If the phono pre will support it, get the low output version. It sounds a lot better than the high output.
kiddman
341 posts
 
dynavector 10x5.
zenblaster
504 posts
 
Ortofon 2m Black is nice with the VPI JMW9 if that is the arm on the Scout.
chrissain OP
470 posts
 
I think he is using the phono stage in the prima luna pre-amp. Does this change things?
adam18
670 posts
 
"I think he is using the phono stage in the prima luna pre-amp. Does this change things? "
Well, yes, it certainly makes a difference ! Your friend's phono pre-amp, amp, and speakers will all contribute to the sound of music from his new VPI Scout.
System synergy is the key ! It seems highly unlikely that anyone here on Audiogon can offer proper suggestions without knowing about the rest of his system.
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