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Analogue Upgrade Help.

I have a VPI MK4/SME-309 using a Cary SLP98P (moving magnet) preamp. I want to upgrade to a Lyra Helikon (even an SL if that makes sense).

Should I have the Cary converted to MC or should I purchase an AcousTech PH-1, EAR or other comparably priced phono pre-amp.

Do these phono preamp selections preclude the Helikon SL cartridge model selection.

Does my TT/Arm combination preclude the Lyra Helikon or the SL upgrade from a practical perspective.
cardiackid

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cardiackid OP
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Thanks Bob_bundus. I appreciate the input and the help.
cardiackid OP
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Thanks Bob_bundus. I appreciate the input and the help.
cardiackid OP
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TWL and Tswhitsel - Thanks for the kind help and advice. I am planning to upgrade to a TNT or equivalent TT in a couple years but not immediately (ongoing kitchen/living room renovations preclude the added expense). I planned instead to upgrade the cartridge first, but I was under the false impression, based on reviewer/reader comments in Stereophile and TAS, that MC was the only way to go. I am very encouraged by Tswhitsel suggestion of the Grado Reference. I considered this cartridge but did not know what to expect. I use a Clearaudio Beta Aurum cartridge today and used a Grado Platinum last year.
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