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mc cartridge loading

I currently load an Audio Technica ART9 at 90 ohms, the load 'inherited' from another cartridge, am pleased with the sound but recognize the manufacturer's recommendation that at least 100 ohms be used.  Changing load requires opening the phono-amplifier case, somewhat tedious.   Is increasing the resistance (decreasing the load) worth the effort?
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nandric
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There is a kind of rule which state '' 10x the cart impedance value''.

I like such kinds of rules because they provide a kind of orientation.

I don't like quessing with my ears because one is never sure while

this uncertainty lead away from our primary goal: listen to the

music.

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nandric
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Do you listen to the music? Are you crazy? Have you any idea

about variables involved? I am , of course, still adjusting ...

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