Your favourite cartridge

Yes, yes, interactions with other components, synergy, antagonism etc. However, each cartridge has its own voice.
Just mention one.

inna02-21-2011 10:29pm

audiofeil Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 4,011 posts 02-22-2011 at 01:37pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Setting aside uber expensive models, mine is the Signet TK7SU. An incredible 1970's moving magnet that embarrasses many contemporary moving coils. It was designed specifically for quad discs and didn't attract much attention at the time. Highly recommended if you can find an unmolested example. Look for an original or NOS stylus as the aftermarket version from LP Gear sucks.
audiofeil Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 4,011 posts 02-23-2011 at 11:23am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Emil_f makes a great point about tonearm/cartridge interaction. The TK7SU I alluded to earlier performs far better in a Hadcock tonearm than in a Triplanar or Dynavector 507 Mk.II despite costing $4000 less. OTOH, my Dynavector XV-1t and Zyx Universe sound only "good" in the Hadcock but spectacular in the other 2 arms. It's all about matching. Dealer disclaimer.
audiofeil Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 4,011 posts 02-23-2011 at 02:34pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The Signet AM-30s is awesome as well. I also own TK-7E and TK-5E but TK-7SU is top dog to my ears.