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Where to go from a Shelter 901 Mk1.

I have a friend with a 901 MK1/ Dr Feickert Woodpecker TT/ Jelco 10.5" tonearm. The combination sounds extremely good but the 901 either needs a re-tip OR replacement. Are there any cartridges out there at $2000 which will TOTALLY outperform the 901 or is it best getting it re-tipped with Expert Stylus' new profile. For all you chaps that do not know Expert Stylus, they are without a doubt the UKs premier re-tipper. - No I have no financial tie to them.

regards Rob
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davt
500 posts
 
Could try the 901 MkII. I have not heard it but I believe there is a review in a past copy of Tone Audio online magazine.
dravden
8 posts
 
Yes, we listened to the MK2 version and actually preferred the MK1! I'll give Tone a read to see what they thought.
analog_soul
44 posts
 
Try to hear Ortofon Cadenza Black ($2,380). It's detail, dynamic and pinned center imaging. There is a bit tendency to be forward but proper speaker positioning & cable tweak will do the job. For the tonearm, try 12" arm.
teres
120 posts
 
I suggest taking a look at the Soundsmith Voice. I have owned a couple shelters, Crown Jewel SE and 901. I like the Crown Jewel a lot more than the 901 and the Voice is head and shoulders above the Crown Jewel. In fact the Voice displaced a ZYX Universe as my reference cartridge in spite of the fact that it sells for less than half. The Voice is the finest cartridge I have ever owned.
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