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Which cartridge do you use with the vpi classic?

I just recieved the classic and it totally improved the sound of my analog setup. This is one of the best buys in audio, it only took me half an hour to setup, maybe an hour total from opening the box to playing, this is great for those who just want to listen to great vinyl without the fuss.
I am using a denon 103r with incredible results, the phono stage is a JLTI, an audio experience preamp and sim w-5 amp with merlin speakers, one would think this is a million dollar system.
I highly recommend the classic.
Now would like to improve in the cartridge department.
pedrillo

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stringreen
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Check out the Benz LPS....you'll need to contact VPI for the proper counterweight, however, its what Harry uses.
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You guys have to remember that VPI now makes their arms with Stainless Steel instead of aluminum. This increases mass a bit. My experience is with the aluminum arms in which Benz's and Dyna's where/are excellent matches but with a bit of damping. Those of you with the Stainless arms will probably require no damping. Shelters and Denons will benefit from the extra mass as well.
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Dover...you clearly have no idea what you're talking about
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What really bothers me ( I know it shouldn't) is that the VPI 10.5 or Classic arms (Valhalla)(they are really the same) have a reputation on this site of being "average" at best. In truth, every time this arm is professionally reviewed it gets high praise. I have compared it to the many arms of much higher price and prestige points, and although they may sound a bit different from each other using the same cartridge, they aren't better if both arms are properly set up.
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