Phono cartridge for a Technics SL-1200 TT?


I recently unpacked my Technics SL-1200 turntable (the original mark 1 version), which I bought new back in 1974 and used carefully over the years -- but haven't used in more than 10 years. I purchased a Parasound phono amp and a Shure M97-xE cartridge to go along with it (and an Anthem pre-pro and Dali speakers) -- and it sounds pretty good. But, can I do better than the Shure cartridge with this setup? I'd love to listen to more vinyl. Thanks for any suggestions you can give me.
davidwb

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I have an SL1200 MK2 and am currently using an Audio-Technica
AT-OC9ML/mk2 and it sounds incredible. It is my first LOMC and I am quite impressed with it. I also have an Nagaoka MP-110 mm that sounds pretty decent and tracks well.

A no brainer would be to get a JICO/SAS stylus for your Shure
M97xe. A lot of people love the combination and you would not have to buy another cartridge. I have a V15 type V with a Jico/SAS stylus and it sounds incredible. It is mounted on my Ar ES1 turntable however.