Cartridge recomendation for Garard 301 and Ikeda IT-345CRI


Please recommend a cartridge for this set up. Budget is 2k range.

I like the "smooth with detail" types. Big and bold is good. Some interest in Ikeda and Miyajima cartridges.

I understand a SUT may be necessary.

Thanks.
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Hi, definitely buy Miyajima , here is my IT-345 with Kansui
Or Ikeda 9 III, it’s old, but gold.

Or you can always search for FR-7fz or Miyabi crtridges. 

All can be used without SUT if your phono stage is good. 
I like vintage Luxman toroidal silver SUTs, but i can use all these cartridges with my MC phono stages with ease.

For low impedance cartridges the best phono stage is current-injection type like 47 Labs Phono Cube. 

 
I was looking for a cartridge for my 301 recently and the Kiseki cartridge interests me, might be something you'd consider. I ended up with something more affordable but got the warmth and detail I was looking for. Let us know what you end up with.
The above recommendations are good. Depends on your budget. If your looking for a more affordable option, my Ortofon royal N spu sounds really good on my Ikeda it407.