@Bobbydd - either would be a strange approach to analogue reproduction because you will not be getting the best out of either the arm or the cartridge in either approach
You do need a good arm and a cartridge that is best suited to that arm
As an example...
So as with anything in this hobby - a more educated approach can achieve much more than simply throwing cash at one particular piece of hardware
But it does not stop there - I researched
You just need to do some analysis before buying anything - especially with turntables, because the wrong choice can lead you down some very expensive rabbit holes.
My TT/cartridge combo is one of the most researched pieces of equipment in my system and it paid huge dividends in sound quality and enjoyment
Hope that Helps - Steve
You do need a good arm and a cartridge that is best suited to that arm
As an example...
- My Audiomods arm cost $1000 and is an exceptional performer and
- I have a Soundsmith modified Denon DL 103 with a ruby cantilever and their best stylus at around $500.
- PLUS I added some additional mass to achieve a closer match of the compliance of the arm and cartridge.
So as with anything in this hobby - a more educated approach can achieve much more than simply throwing cash at one particular piece of hardware
But it does not stop there - I researched
- a sub platter of the right design
- a platter of the right design
- a plinth of the right design
- vibration isolation
- etc...
You just need to do some analysis before buying anything - especially with turntables, because the wrong choice can lead you down some very expensive rabbit holes.
My TT/cartridge combo is one of the most researched pieces of equipment in my system and it paid huge dividends in sound quality and enjoyment
Hope that Helps - Steve