The Denon 110 is both cheaper and better than the 160. I have had both and this is also the opinion of HI FI Choice in the days when they did serious testing. I currently have a 110 in use with my Scoutmaster.
Buying a New Cartridge
I have my choices narrowed down to four cartridges.
1. Grado Reference Platinum
2. Ortofon 2M Blue
3. Audio Technica AT440MLa
4. Denon DL-160
I like the idea of the nude diamonds on the AT and Ortofon. In addition, I am currently using a Grado Green and tend to like the Grado "house sound", however, I wouldn't mind a change either. I would like to hear your opinions on which of these would be the best choice. I will be using it into a restored Scott 299(A) with a restored phono section. I say this because I would like to hear as much detail as I can since I will get some good natural warmth from the amp and phono section.
1. Grado Reference Platinum
2. Ortofon 2M Blue
3. Audio Technica AT440MLa
4. Denon DL-160
I like the idea of the nude diamonds on the AT and Ortofon. In addition, I am currently using a Grado Green and tend to like the Grado "house sound", however, I wouldn't mind a change either. I would like to hear your opinions on which of these would be the best choice. I will be using it into a restored Scott 299(A) with a restored phono section. I say this because I would like to hear as much detail as I can since I will get some good natural warmth from the amp and phono section.