Good MM/MC coil cartridge for $100?


Looking for recommendations for a great sounding and bargain cartridge for around $100.  I dont care if it is MM or MC.   I have a decent phono stage (Parasound JC3+) and need another cart urgently.  Im not looking to spend too much at this time.  Thanks in advance.  

audioman2015
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I do not advise a conical/spherical tip, too small contact area, 

start with an elliptical stylus shape, 

the Grado shown above tracks at 1.5 grams which is an advantage, and wide channel separation

this is the Elliptical version of AT’s 95 series. You can replace/upgrade the stylus to an advanced stylus tip 

$74. free shipping; AT-VM95E, upgrade to Microline or Shibata tip later

$160. Microline Stylus fits 95 body

$200 Shibata Stylus fits 95 body

however: AT tracks at 2.0g, and far less channel separation, I would go with the Grado

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yogiboy

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Here ya go!

https://www.lpgear.com/product/GRADBLKSTD.html