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What constitutes a "high output" moving coil cart?

Hi,

Lately I've been delving into different MM carts on my mid fi rig, and am itching to try a moving coil type. My phono pre limits my choices to "high output", so I am wondering if there is a sort of "dividing line" between low and high output, in terms of mVs. Thanks in advance for any thoughts.
rbloom659

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rbloom659 OP
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Many thanks to all for the great responses. In particular:

"In my opinion, there are many moving magnet and moving iron cartridges that out-class most of the high ouput moving coils (and some low output moving coils too!) and would be a much better (sonic) choice than a HOMC..."

To me this is fascinating. Would you care to share any examples? Thanks again -

Robert
rbloom659 OP
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Thank you Frogman - very useful.

Robert
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