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High output MC

as follow up to my previous post, if i need to send my Supex901 HOMC to Soundsmith, which will take a while, i need recommendations for substitute HOMC MC carteidge, "modest price", to fill in for a few months.

all tube gear, listen to classical, female vocals and some Springsteen. vocals are most important. I hate digital "edge", sibilants or fatigue.

pre owned from Audiogon would be great, to get more value.
thanks
bob
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yogiboy
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Why must it be a MC? Give a wood body Grado a try it just might surprise you! They are outstanding on female vocals.
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mofimadness
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If you really don't need a HOMC, try an Ortofon 2M Red. At $99, it's a killer little cart and since you're going to just be using it as an interim cartridge, you could spend the extra $250 you saved...on vinyl!
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yogiboy
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BTW: The last thing you should buy is a used cartridge with so-called low mileage,you can do more damage on your vinyl with a worn stylus. Check out the Grado Reference Platinum 1 for $350.00 .The Needle Doctor is a good place to start. They always give 10% off and free shipping if you ask!
pops
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Great reco's here, my personal favorites are the Blackbird as John mentions and I am a big fan of anything Ortofon.
schubert
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Try a Nagoka
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