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Dynavector Karat or Grado Statement Reference 1

I have been using Dynavector's 17D3 MkII on my VPI Classic TT (w/Krell, amp,pre,ref phono-B&W 802N) but have read the Grado is very musical in the midrange without loss in the high or low frequency. I read Harry of VPI swears by the Sonata but I would be willing to spend double possibly for my system. The Dynavector is a $1K acrtridge with great sound and reviews. Would The Grado be an improvement or am I possibly taking step backward?
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macdadtexas
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The Grado will hum with the Classic due to lack of shielding.
macdadtexas
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they only hum with the Classic, because of where/how the motor is mounted. I am guessing you have the same problem with the Grado anywhere (Direct Drive) where the motor is part of the plinth.

That said, they still sound great, you just need to tolerate the hum.

Soundsmith is what was suggested to me as a replacement, due the similar sonic charecter to the Grado, but it is an extremely well shielded cartridge.
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