I prefer both the 17D2 MKII and the xx2 MKII over the 17D3. In my system the XX2 MKII has greater dynamics, is definitly more refined, and looses the brightness, and grian, i got sometimes with the 17D3. Also, IMO the original XX2 seemed a little slow and slightly soft in comparison the the newer MKII version. I'm a big fan of the Dynavectors , but compared to each other these were some things I noticed.
Dynavector XX2MK2 vs. Soundsmith "The Voice"
I'm looking at these two cartridges to replace my Dyna 20XM. Table is a VPI Scout/JMW9 running into a Whest PS.30R then on to an ARC LS26. I'm thinking the Dyna will mate better in the JMW9 but "The Voice" may be more dynamic and robust sounding, which is what I'm after in the upgrade. I heard "The Voice" on a VPI but in a totally unfamiliar system. Thoughts? Anyone compare these two in a Scout?