Cartridge recommendations


Need a need a new Cartridge for my Marantz Tt150. Want a good cartridge without breaking the bank. 300-500 range. Someone recommend ortofon 2m Blue.am I making a mistake not spending more? Seems you can go crazy with cartridge costs.I have a Prima Luna primium hp, a pro ject ds tube phono stage and a pair of Focal Electra 1028 Be. Appreciate your input.
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I have a Clearaudio Virtuoso Wood and have broken the cantilever not once, but twice.  I had it re-tipped again but am afraid to use it. 

If you can afford a little more, get a Hana SL.  They are fantastic.  I have one on my Clearaudio Emotion.  The Denon DL-301 MKII is also very nice and closer to your price range.  Nagaoka makes nice MM carts.  I have the MP-500, which is also a little out of your price range, but very nice.