What cartridge on your VPI prime?


I own a VPI prime, I installed a denon 103 R and I had never change the cart due to lack of funds. Now I want to upgrade my analog ring to the same level of my digital.
I have been considering based on reviews.

1- ortofon quintet
2- charisma MC2
3-ortofon black
4-kiseki blue.
5- rega alpheta 2.

I would appreciate any inputs from your end about cartridge selection and phono associated currently I am using graham slee reflex M.
Kind regards and thank you.
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Showing 1 response by shayes002

Regarding the Charisma MC2 and the Lyra Delos:  I have owned both.  To me, the Delos is more extended and transparent from mid-range up, albeit it is occasionally a bit rough (perhaps revealing of the lp's characteric). The Charisma, while clear up top, is comparatively stronger from mid-range on down with a fuller and more accurate bass and a bit more dynamic grunt. It probably depends on your preferences and existing tendencies of your system.  I'm using a primarily VPI/Audio Research based system.