Typically, when you go to a lower numeric value for loading (going from 500 ohms to 100 ohms) you are increasing the loading and this does cut the high frequencies. This tends to make the bass seem MORE prominent, but you are reporting a loss in bass slam, so this is somewhat anomalous. I think you are hearing increase in bass as bass being a bit loose.
Your "free" option, at this point, is to try adjusting the vertical tracking angle (VTA) of the cartridge. This also affects tonal balance--higher angle (toward more of a tail up, nose down attitude) would mean more highs and a leaner tighter bass, lower angle would increase bass and lower treble. There might be some new combination of loading and VTA that gets you closer to what you want.
Good luck on solving your issues.
Your "free" option, at this point, is to try adjusting the vertical tracking angle (VTA) of the cartridge. This also affects tonal balance--higher angle (toward more of a tail up, nose down attitude) would mean more highs and a leaner tighter bass, lower angle would increase bass and lower treble. There might be some new combination of loading and VTA that gets you closer to what you want.
Good luck on solving your issues.