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Analog Gurus - What cartridge after Grado Ref 1???

Gurus,

I have the Grado Ref 1 wood body ($350) at the moment after giving away my Koetsu Rosewood.I need a cartridge that will blow me away when the needle hits the grove for $1k or under compared to what I have.

Tried this and some other fancy cartridges so far that was well over $1k and could not justify the $$$$ relative to my current Grado:

Clearaudio Aurum Beta 2
Audio-Technica OC9ML/III Phono Cartridge

I have tried the Sumiko $700 range as well.

Turntable is: Michell Orbe Ref
Tonearm - SME mk4
Tube System
Phono Preamp: Nelson Pass X-Ono

Appreciate the suggestions

Ravi
rapogee

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orpheus10
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That hum problem might just be with older Rega's. Since I changed the motor in my Rega I haven't noticed any hum.

Grado is the poor man's Koetsu, it's best for jazz and female vocals; not as good for Rock.
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