I suggest taking a look at the Soundsmith Voice. I have owned a couple shelters, Crown Jewel SE and 901. I like the Crown Jewel a lot more than the 901 and the Voice is head and shoulders above the Crown Jewel. In fact the Voice displaced a ZYX Universe as my reference cartridge in spite of the fact that it sells for less than half. The Voice is the finest cartridge I have ever owned.
Where to go from a Shelter 901 Mk1.
I have a friend with a 901 MK1/ Dr Feickert Woodpecker TT/ Jelco 10.5" tonearm. The combination sounds extremely good but the 901 either needs a re-tip OR replacement. Are there any cartridges out there at $2000 which will TOTALLY outperform the 901 or is it best getting it re-tipped with Expert Stylus' new profile. For all you chaps that do not know Expert Stylus, they are without a doubt the UKs premier re-tipper. - No I have no financial tie to them.
regards Rob
regards Rob