Old VPI Scout: Cartridge Help

Before you make a cartridge change, make sure your existing cartridge is properly set up and aligned.

How old is the cart.? If the TT is old, but the cart is not, you'll need to let it break in. Phono carts. show break in changes far more than any other component. If it is, then do what Brf says. If its still too bright, I don't know if I would recommend the 10x5. Its very good but I'm not sure if its what you are looking for. The 20 would be a much better choice. Just be sure to buy the low output version only if you have a preamp that can handle it.

Thanks for response. The blue came with the TT and was said to have low hours. So who really knows. I definitely believe in break in.

From what I read some people do think it's a tad bright and forward. Sadly if that's true it's a bad match for my amp. My amp can be sharp in the highs when matched incorrectly.

I like the resolution just a tad to sharp cause listening fatigue.

I want a warmer sound but still keep a good bit of detail.

I also setup the cart myself. First time. I think it's done right. But I could be wrong.