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Need cartridge recommendations for Rega P25

OK. So I just destroyed another cartridge and need a replacement for the Dynavector DV20 I trashed. A really nice cartridge but not reparable and currently too expensive for me to replace.
I've used Sumiko and Grado and am currently running a Rega Elys original(purple) - somewhat worn but gets the job done, for now - so I do not know how a new Elys would really sound.
Any recommendations on a good match for the table?
Any comments on the Rega Elys 2 or Exact?

Thanks for the help?
jgiacalo
mooneycj
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Try a Denon DL-160 high output moving coil. Really a terrific sounding cartridge and not terribly expensive. I have two. One in a Rega P3 and another in my JA Michell Tecnodec (with rega arm). I've found the Rega cartridges to be OK but not that great. Somewhat harsh and uninvolving. Hope this helps/
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theo
2,331 posts
 
Try a Lyra Dorian I had a Lyra Lydian on my P25 and loved it.
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mofimadness
4,152 posts
 
The Lyra Dorian is an excellent recommendation, if you have the gain in your phono stage for it. It's a low output MC. If you only have a MM stage, try the Audio Technica AT150MLX. I've used it on my P25 and it was wonderful. I am currently using a SoundSmith retipped Grace F9E that's amazing, if you can find one.
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