Shure V15V cartridge. Worth investing in?


I have a old Shure V-15V cartridge that I bought many years ago and have not used for years. The stylus broke years ago and I retired it. My question is, is it worth investing over $100 in a new needle for this or should I purchase a new cartridge altogether? I have recently upgraded my entire 2 channel system and listen alot to my old jazz albums. I presently am using a mid grade ADC set-up that seems to sound fine. I am willing to invest the money if I'll hear a difference.
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This is a great cartridge for the money. Only around $225 new. (I can give you the link). As far as tracking, it is only bettered by one other cartridge I am aware of, the Cartridge Man's 'Music Maker' cart, which is a true audiophile MM (Or moving iron, I forget which) High output cart. Of Course, that one costs $750. For the money, it's hard to beat.

Andrew
OHLALA...FOLKS!

The body still the same, acquire the "Upgraded" stylus...
and Viola...! Listen music!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

ALEX
I've owned and used this cartridge since 1993 after upgrading from a number of carts (Micro Acoustics 630MP was the last one). I've replaced my stylus twice and am still happy with the sound. Many here say the newer Shure is better, but I've also read some reviews saying that the Type-V in particular sounds better than the newer Shure incarcation. Moving Coils will give a significantly different sound, but with other issues (including needing a MC front end, much more system sensitivity, more record wear required by the usual higher tracking forces, more possibilities of arm/cart interactions) not to mention the higher expense.

If you're a casual listener, I'd get a replacement stylus and be done with it, assuming you have all the original packaging and alignment tools, etc. Otherwise, I'd agree with the other posters to try a newer cart, exp the current Shure.
You may want to contact the Shure service department about a repair on your broken needle. The V series is $50.00 for a new stylus from the service department. Shure is a great company that takes care of its customers!

Ron-C