05-16-08: GrimaceIn the new Absolute Sound review of the Ortofon 2M Red ($99) and Black ($599) cartridges, Neil Gader writes that the Black should easily replace the Shure V15s out that that are getting long in the tooth. He said these Ortofons have that seductive Shure-like midrange while being more extended at both ends and cleaner and faster in the bass. And that even goes for the $99 2M Red, so pricewise it's even a worthy successor to the M97xE.
Well, Like I said, I wasn't unhappy with the Shure. I actually like that lush midrange. I know its not very hi-fi, but it sounds nice. I wonder if the now deceased V15's had that same quality? An NOS one might be an idea if one comes up.
My price/performance dollar is on the Blue, which upgrades the Red to a nude stylus and lists at $199.