Warmish, good tracker & low noise for used vinyl?


Hello folks - Of the carts listed, can anyone say from experience which would be warmest with good tracking and low surface noise playing used vinyl? On the radar: Denon DL-103, DL-110, Ortofon S30, Nagaoka M-150. Like what i've read about Grado but put off by reports of hum and that it's not a great tracker. Not too interested in highly detailed or anything with potential for being "bright" so avoiding the AT150MLX. Would like to keep cost below $400. System listed but it's for a KAB SL1210M5G (w/fluid damper) + Heed Quasar phono-pre (can do LOMC). Running a Stanton cart w/Pickering elliptical. Like the warmth quite a bit but could do with a bit wider and deeper stage. So looking for a replacement option given no more of the Pickering styli left. Listen to EVERYTHING (...well, almost...don't play rap or death metal). Thanks for your input.
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Personally I like the step above the oyster.. Sumiko pearl...very relaxed, laid back presentation similar to Grado..but sweeter top end and more balanced midrange... I also am a former Black owner. Updrading the stylus down the road I assume would give you improvements.Fwi...I thought it tracked well with minimal him. I probably being nitpicky. For $70 its a great way to test the waters. Enjoy?