I think I may have ready here recently that zu audios dl-103 has a reputation for eating $1000 cartridges at a much better price. Just some food for thought. I'm sure someone has probably compared.
Stop me before I buy, or help me choose...
I'm considering upgrading my cartridge to something in the $1,000 range (or less). I presently have a Dynavector DV20XL on my highly modified Technics SL1210 (I know all the arguments about this 'table but I like what I have). Much has been improved on my TT so the sound is very good to my ears and through my system. I've thought of the following two cartridges because their compliance, DC resistance, weight, and output are suitable for my set-up.
I've been considering either a Dynavector 17D3 or perhaps a XX2 (a little above the $1,000 mark but close enough). I've read that the 17D3 is very neutral while the XX2 has much more of the wonderful sound that I love (dynamics, etc.) of the 20XL. I play mostly orchestral classical (about 60-65%) recordings with pop/rock, Jazz and other genres as well.
I have two questions: Would the 17D3 be too neutral - i.e., detailed - for my tastes (e.g. compared to 20XL)? Would I be pushing too far beyond the capabilities of the Technics tonearm with these more expensive carts?
I've been considering either a Dynavector 17D3 or perhaps a XX2 (a little above the $1,000 mark but close enough). I've read that the 17D3 is very neutral while the XX2 has much more of the wonderful sound that I love (dynamics, etc.) of the 20XL. I play mostly orchestral classical (about 60-65%) recordings with pop/rock, Jazz and other genres as well.
I have two questions: Would the 17D3 be too neutral - i.e., detailed - for my tastes (e.g. compared to 20XL)? Would I be pushing too far beyond the capabilities of the Technics tonearm with these more expensive carts?