Terrific step adding an analog rig to your system, but I can't help but think your turntable is not in the same league as the rest of your gear. Hopefully you won't be offended by my observations. I'd consider selling the Marantz and finding something of somewhat better quality, the good old "garbage-in garbage-out" theory. Perhaps a used Rega, SystemDek, or even one of the better Thorens? I'd then follow the suggestions of the folks here as to suitable/affordable cartridges to mate with your 'table/arm. It doesn't have to break the bank and WILL sound better than any digital sources out there. Welcome to the dark side!
MC cartridge?
I recently purchased a Marantz 6110 TT on e-bay for about $70. It has the stock marantz arm and a Grado black cartridge. I sounds decent, but lacks the detail I would like. I am considering trying a MC cartridge. I would like to stay around $300. Also, should I upgrade the arm? If so which one? I have been out of the analog game for a while now and I'm trying to tip toe back in. In a nut shell my question is should I upgrade this table or start over with a better table? Thanks for any advise you can give.
Associated equipment....
Conrad Johnson PV10 with phono
(2) ARC D-130 amps
CAL cd transport
MSB gold link DAC
Nakamichi RX 505 tape deck
Nakamichi CR5 tape deck
Martin Logan SL3
Velodyne FRS 12
All Audioquest cables
Associated equipment....
Conrad Johnson PV10 with phono
(2) ARC D-130 amps
CAL cd transport
MSB gold link DAC
Nakamichi RX 505 tape deck
Nakamichi CR5 tape deck
Martin Logan SL3
Velodyne FRS 12
All Audioquest cables