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Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Thank you for your thoughts Raul,Once upon a time I had a young mans lifetime collection of LPs. My financial situation and knowledge had them playing on a poorly set up cheap turntable with the generic cartridge that came with it. I gave them awa... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Right, but they are HO.Nothing you don't know but one of the main selling points of MI is the very low moving mass.I would buy higher up the chain but Im doing the TT, phono stage, cart, cables, more racks.......all at once and I draw a paycheck.G... 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Thank you halcro,I will do as you suggest! Just for the adventure of the treasure hunt.  But I also intend to buy a couple of new carts. Probably a Soundsmith Aida or Boheme and a London Decca Super Gold.Thanks again. 
Who needs a MM cartridge type when we have MC?
Greetings,I am a little late to the party. What an epic thread. i have scanned through some of it but frankly it's a little overwhelming. Many of the cartridges discussed are vintage/out of production.  I am currently investigating putting togethe... 
Italian speakers:Sonus Faber,Chario,Diapason,Opera
Albedo is imported by Stereodesk in Cambridge, Mass.Srajan just bought a pair describing them as mind blowing. 
Italian speakers:Sonus Faber,Chario,Diapason,Opera
Albedo is imported by Stereodesk in Cambridge, Mass.Srajan just bought a pair describing them as mind blowing. 
How loud is loud?
85db from the listening position is loud enough.This also the threshold for ear damage.There are free apps for db meters. 
Most achingly-beautiful music
Hejira 
Most achingly-beautiful music
Joni Mitchell 
Rotel Help
Hi JD,I'm in Chanute Ks. Not so far S. of you.I have an old Rotel RSP 1098 that I have figured out pretty well. I would be very happy to help you in any way that I can.Mikemrubey@live.com 
Rotel Help
Hi JD,I'm in Chanute Ks. Not so far S. of you.I have an old Rotel RSP 1098 that I have figured out pretty well. I would be very happy to help you in any way that I can.Mikemrubey@live.com