120 bucks (recently got cheaper as I think it’s being phased out) for a Sumiko Pearl is far more shun-worthy, and so good on my Linn/Akito rig that I eventually bought a replacement stylus...an amazing sounding cartridge, but seriously so inexpensive that most won’t bother to hear one, and that’s a shame. The newer Sumikos (Ranier, Olympia, Newark, Fresno) that are likely replacing it also may be good, but to me look kinda cheap.
If you love the Ortofon 2M Black, you'll really love...... (help me upgrade)
Still trying to find a new cartridge and I've identified very clearly that I love the sonic signature of the 2m Black but would love something that had overall more of what it does well. With that info is there cartridge anyone would recommend up to 2500?