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Anyone using a Sumiko Blackbird w/ Solid State?

I've been going through cartridges like candy this month trying to find a good fit for my classic rock LP collection.

I jumped on the Audio Technica OC9ML/II bandwagon over at Vinyl Asylum but found it slightly bright and bass shy with my Musical Fidelity A300 and Von Schweikert VR-1's.

Someone has suggested the Sumiko Blackbird as an alternative - said it's got more bass and is less bright than the OC9. Does anyone have any experience and opinions with the Blackbird and solid-state amps?
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Thank you Brnlaw - that's very helpful.

Everything I keep reading about the Blackbird has been very good. I'm quite excited about trying it out with my system and hopefully this will be "the one"!

Man, I thought finding a good wife was expensive and hard work - this cartridge deal is rediculous!
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