Cartridge headshell, what would you choose and why?


Hi Audiogoners,
It is price from $15 to $800. What is the advantage of buying an expensive one? What do you hear?
Thanks,
Calvin

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I like Sansui and AudioTechnica headshells in general. They deliver the best sound close to solid tonearm. The higher end is DynaVector ones but at much higher price point.
Cartridge I would prefer with sufficient output: medium to high moving coil or MM cartridges would be my choices. Also ones that match good with phonostage I use. In $4...500 range you can find very solid performers. I came upon Pioneer MC6 vintage cartridge with replaceable stylus and can't stop enjoying it. I wish they'd start making these styluses again.