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New cartridge for Rega P3-24

I have been really enjoying my Rega Exact 2 for the past several years, but a broken cantilever is now making it necessary to replace the whole cartridge. My budget is $500-600 new. I'd rather try something different at this point, and not buy another Exact 2. I'm also planning on continuing to use the built-in MM phono stage of my Rogue Audio Cronus amp. I'm considering the new Clearaudio Artist v.2 Ebony, Ortofon 2M Bronze, and Dynavector 10x5. What are you using on your Rega tables, and are you happy with what you've got ? And yes, I know I'll need a spacer under my Rega RB-301 tonearm. Thanks for your thoughts and suggestions.
adam18
jjrenman
279 posts
 
I used a Dynavector 10x5 for years on a Rega 250 arm. Very satisfied with the overall sound.
learsfool
1,215 posts
 
Hi Adam - my brother just put the Dynavector on his Nottingham table that has a Rega arm, and it sounds quite good. I know many Rega owners love the Dynavector. Be aware that it may require buying some spacers to install a different cartridge on the Rega.
adam18 OP
670 posts
 
Thanks Jj and Aaron.... That's two votes for the Dynavector. Other thoughts out there ?
hodu
316 posts
 
I'm using an Ortofon 2M Bronze on my P3 2000 and am really quite happy with things. I'm playing records and enjoying them, sometimes buying more vinyl, not worrying about my system very much -- or at all, even.

One very cool thing about the Ortofon: It's got a user-replaceable stylus. And you can upgrade, too. The Bronze and the Black share the same body, so, if you get the Bronze and really like it, when the time comes for a new stylus, whether because of wear, an accident, or just from getting the upgrade itch, you can spring for a Black replacement stylus and you'll be good to go.

-- Howard
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