Sorry, now I am confused. I was under the impression that you could not afford to buy a new 10X5, and you were looking for less expensive alternatives. Then you mention that you are considering 3 cartridges that cost more than the 10X5. So I am lost, I have no idea what you are trying to accomplish. Would you care to fill in the blanks of exactly what kind of help you are looking for?
Have you considered the Dynavector trade in program? Many dealers will give you 20% off a brand new cartridge for the trade in of an old one. As far as I know, the old one does not have to be a functioning one. So you could get a brand new 10X5 for $360. I would do that before spending $250-$350 just to repair an older one, but as always, YMMV.
Have you considered the Dynavector trade in program? Many dealers will give you 20% off a brand new cartridge for the trade in of an old one. As far as I know, the old one does not have to be a functioning one. So you could get a brand new 10X5 for $360. I would do that before spending $250-$350 just to repair an older one, but as always, YMMV.