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Linn Linto phono stage with Scout/JMW9

I have an active Linn system (AV5103 pre into AV5140 speakers and Melodik sub)and am about to add a Scout turntable as I make the return to vinyl.

I have a Linn Linto phono stage and am struggling with choice of cartridge.
I am looking to balance the forwardness of the Linn system with a warmth and a rich tonal quality....not too good at this writing stuff!

I have heard the Benz woody L2, though not in my system, and liked it. My Budget can't quite get there so I'm thinking of the Dyna 20XL or the Shelter 501. (Lyra and Sumiko options appear on the face of it to potentially add to my bright world?)
I've scavenged the archives exhaustively and hope I'm being specific enough here to get appropriate feedback.

I would like to stay with the 64db gain of the Linn Linto phono stage which puts me firmly in the low output camp.

Many thanks for your help.
clarets2

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clarets2 OP
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Thanks for the responses.
I've decided to go with the Benz as I've heard it and Iramirez has increased my level of confidence!

Question that remains is what should I use as interconnects between the Scout/Linto/preamp.
Best RCA I/C I have is a Linn Silver. Others are Beldon cable with Canare RCA's.

Should it be the same cable for both connections? Don't want to spend crazy money but equally don't want to hold back the front end.

Ideas welcomed!
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