I am getting a used technics sl1200mk5 today and was wondering for a newbie like me which cartridge sounds great and is on the easier side to install. Rest of equipment is dartzeel preamp, dartzeel amplifier......
thanks
Michael
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Michael
Technics SL1200MK2 Cartridge Discussion
I wouldn't spend too much. I suspect you will be quickly advancing to a significantly more expensive turntable/tonearm/cartridge if the rest of your system is any indication. With that in mind, I have found the Benz Micro Ace moving coil cartridge to mate well with the SL12xx. Otherwise, I'd look into an Audio Technica AT150Mlx if you'd rather have a moving magnet cartridge. |
The absolute easiest cartridge to install on a SL12xx table is one of the audiophile carts offered by KAB. You just plug it in and tighten it down just like the Technics headshell. KAB has one from Ortofon and one from Stanton. |