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How good is the Benz Mrico LP-S and Ruby 3 really?

Hi,
How many have tried the above 2 cartridges and find them to be preferable over other high end brands (please state brand/model)?

I like fast incisive, dynamic, good sound stage imaging sound. I am currently using a Ortofon Rondo-Bronze. On theory, I'd like to move up the Ortofon chain or onto a Lyra Skala or Titan, but they are out of my reach. However I can get a good deal on Benz Micro. Btw, what phono-stage does the Benz Micro go well with?

Forget about cartridges that only do well in only certain areas. I like an all-rounder! ;p

Your suggestions and opinions please, thank you!
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david12
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I recently bought a Benz LP from the UK dealer who was offering a discount. I have'nt used many High end cartridges, but it is clearly the best I have had in my sydtem, precisely because it is a neutral all rounder. Good detail, soundstage, good stage depth, imaging and even across the frequency spectrum, with particularly good base. The main difference from the Zyx Airy 3 I had before was in drive and dynamics. It is just more musical, the Zyx is dull in comparison, neutral also, but with no drive to the sound. I loved the Koetsu Rosewood Signature I had before, but it certainly was'nt neutral. So I am more than happy with the LP.
david12
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Hamburger I use a K&K audio phono stage, you can look at it on the companies website and search on Audiogon threads. I have been through countless stages and this is the best I have had in my system by a long way. That includes Tom Evans, Clearaudio reference. I recently arranged a phono stage shoot out at my house. The K&K was a clear winner. Very good value in kit or ready built form. I know Raul builds his own and he hates transformer based MC step ups and the K&K uses Lundahl transformer step ups, so he probably wo'nt approve.
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