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Recommendations for an MC cart on Audiogon

I’d appreciate any input on MC carts here for sale at $850 (MAX) or below. Reading the info put out here, it’s seems only CONUS purchases can really be safe. So, I’m sticking with that. I received a George Warren tt (never letting go of) with a Moth Rega 250 (upgrading in ~6 mos) & Denon AVR 4806 (upgrading in 12-18 mos). I got suggestions recently but, the cart purchase fell thru & now the choices are different. I like things just a little tad bright.  Read a lot of carts are “mellow”, “smooth” & “silky deep” so, really looking for that.  Used is great bang for my buck & this is a safe site. People seem universally leary of eBay. No... do this instead of cart feedback plz.

thanks as always for your knowledge.
tochsii
jperry
2,430 posts
 
If compatible with your preamp I would get the Dynavector Karat 17D3 from Aris Audio. I bought a demo from Scott at Aris before and it was perfect. The 17d3 is a great cartridge and a great value as well especially at that price. 
ebm
9,311 posts
 
Easy to get beat here on Audiogon as everyone has only 250 hours (big lie) would NEVER buy a used cartridge.Good luck though!!
tochsii OP
78 posts
 
Chakster, I don’t but from what I’ve read & understood here I thought MC was the better way to step into audiophiledom once I’m in this price range. It also seemed what I was reading was that most MM at this level have more of a warm feel & I prefer just a tad bit bright. But, I always welcome learning new info.

jperry, thanks for that tip. I’ll check them out tomorrow.
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stereo5
6,254 posts
 
The Dynavector 20X2 cartridges are excellent and I believe there is one or two for sale here.
roberjerman
4,319 posts
 
Hana LE for $500 is an easy recommendation! Buy it new from a dealer!
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