benz ref 2 or sumiko celebration


hi currently own the benz, but it's in for repair, and i have the celebration for a loaner. i love it, and i've read some very flattering things about it. i'm running it with a vpi scout/jmw-9 table/arm combo. i have a tube pre and a ss amp. i listen to mostly acoustic jazz, folk, classic rock, everything except for classical. so should i keep the benz, or trade it for the sumiko? my ears tell me sumiko is the way to go hear, but maybe it's not the match with my rig as the benz is. or maybe it's better?

would love to hear opinions. thanks.
sberger
Raul: What is your opinion of the Transfiguration Temper W as compared to the Benz LP.
Dear Reb: I really like the Temper W: it is a dead neutral cartridge, very good tonal balance, bass pitch right on target ( no overhang ): great performer. Yes I prefer, slightly, over the LP.

BTW, if you are looking around this performance level, you have to take in count at least two other cartridges: Dynavector XV-1 and Van denHul Colibri. At a higher price: the marvelous Allaerts MC2 Finish.

Regards and enjoy the music.
Raul.