Affordable Japanese LOMCs--Recommendations?


What do you have, what do you like, and why do you like it?

Sample Candidates:

Denon DL-103, DL-103R, DL-301 II, DL-304

Audio Technica OC9 ML/II, AT33EV, OC9 ML/III

Other?
johnnyb53

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Johnny,

I recently purchased a AT33ML/OCC with 200 hours or so from a member. Frankly, it sounds wonderful with excellent detail, neutral mids deep soundstage and good bass response. It has a mid-hall sound I prefer with excellent inner resolution and seems to be a favorite among Japanese audiophiles, I can see why as it seems suited for warm
(not euphonic ) rich tube sound. The cartridge is mounted on an SAEC 308N tonearm/Scheu Premier MkII turntable via a heavily customized Scott 222C. I imagine with SET amps it will perform some nice miracles. One of my audio friends said he thought it sounds better than the Clearaudio Sigma Gold I had previously, I don't know if I agree with that statement as further adjusting and listening is required.

Ramon