Recommended a highly resolving cartridge


Hi all, all tube system that is warm with a good midrange presence inherently. I’m looking for a cartridge that offers high detail / resolution and wide / deep soundstage. This is on a stock SL-1200G TT. On a side note, if anyone has experience “upgrading” the stock tonearm on a G please chime in. I’ve read conflicting reports of the merits of such a move, and while I’m very happy with the tone of my TT and am not looking to move off of it, I am curious about a tonearm swap (must allow for headshell swapping). 

fastricky

OK I received the 1000x today and mounted it immediately onto a tried and proven Korf ceramic headshell. I've only put @ 3 hrs on the cart tonight but let me cut to the chase - it is sensational. I mean the finest cart I've ever experienced. And surprisingly different to the ART20, though there are plenty of similarities too. I'm going to gather my thoughts over some more hours of listening and start a new thread regarding this work of art, folks far and wide need to know about this cartridge! 

I think the ART1000x is a very good cartridge.  While it does not have the warmth of the top end Koetsu cartridges, I know two Koetsu fans that also like this cartridge a lot--it is smooth, relaxed sounding (not edgy) while not stinting on dynamics and liveliness.  If I were in the market for a new cartridge, this is the one I would pick. 

I have heard the ART20 in a system I was not familiar with, but, I liked the sound too--very lively yet not overly edgy sounding.   

@fastricky 

for your all tube system I would recommend to try:

- NOS or good AT-24 (25) for Jazz/Classic tracks. These carts have much lower than others inductance, therefore can drive 5..10ft phono cable w/o problems.

- NOS or good AT-ML170/180 for any tunes. Most transparent, fatigue free music enjoyment guaranteed! 

The reason for MM suggestions is a lower than MC track-force, thus longer stylus and vinyl life. 

ART1000x-Merry Xmas.yes

I haven't heard the "X" version, but know the 1st gen is "the real deal" and runs with the $10K+ players.

Time to go on a discog binge with some period 1st run stampers.

New Year project:

Nemesis RIAA Phono Stage - Tron Electric