Ask Raul..... Kidding!!! I read a thread where Raul talked about the price to performance ratio regarding mm/mc. It was very interesting for me to read, as I think I just took for granted that MC is always 'better' based on reviews and opinions of others. Raul pointed out several MM designs , some of which are probably still available as NOS, if your'e willing to look for them. I know I have heard many a good thing about the shure V series, for example. I think it all comes down to personal preference in the end, like most if not all 'this vs. that' comparisons in audio. That said, I really haven't tried enough different cartridges to attempt to make a definitive statement on the subject.
My advice is regardless of what you hear or read from others, try both out for yourself, and when you find something you really, really like, call it a day and enjoy the music. Because as we all know, there's always something 'better' or a tweak, or an upgrade ad infinitum. If I could be happy with an ortofon om 10 on an old dual TT like I was when I was 16........ sigh.
