I have Thorens TD145 MKII with Audio Technica AT125LC and TP16 MKII arm. I bought the stylus new. My friend has Sota Comet with Rega RB300 arm and Grado Reference Gold cartridge.
We compared them in his setup - LaScala and Dynaco ST-70 amp with PAS-3 tube preamp.
To my ear, some difference on details for certain music, but not quite readily noticeable on most others. Especially considering the price difference - 6 fold ($1200 vs $200).
I guess I need to listen more to appreciate the details, but at my current spending limit, I'd rather stick to mine for a while.
We compared them in his setup - LaScala and Dynaco ST-70 amp with PAS-3 tube preamp.
To my ear, some difference on details for certain music, but not quite readily noticeable on most others. Especially considering the price difference - 6 fold ($1200 vs $200).
I guess I need to listen more to appreciate the details, but at my current spending limit, I'd rather stick to mine for a while.