2. analog
  3. 1395292439

Best cartridge for VPI Scoutmaster Signature

I listened to this turntable today with a Clearaudio cartridge (not sure which one). It sounded fantastic, but I'd like to hear other options.

I like a lot of detail, a deep and tall soundstage, well defined bass... you know, the nirvana we're all looking for.

This will likely be paired with B&W PM1's, a PrimaLuna Dialogue Premium KT88, Simaudio 310LP Phono Stage and Nordost Blue Heaven interconnects.

I mostly listen to classic rock (Floyd, Grateful Dead, Led Zepplin, Dylan, Tom Petty), New Wave (The Cure), indie rock (Boo Radleys, James, Modest Mouse), Shoegaze (Slowdive), and jazz (Mingus, Parker, Coltrane). Obviously I'm naming bands more people here would know, but my taste gets eclectic after these jumping off points.

Any specific cartridges that do well for all of this?
128x128bgupton

Showing 1 response by moonguy

moonguy
143 posts
 
I run a Dynavector XX2mk11 on a Superscoutmaster, works great.You could also run a Soundsmith Zepher which works great with VPI's and is a less expensive alternative.

I would suggest you buy the Simaudio 320s power supply as well. I run a Simaudio 610 Evolution phono pre.
More to discover