10 Phono Cartridge Shootout - Sub $500

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@54tristin
@54tristin 2 жыл бұрын
I had a very good experience with Nagoaka 110, and Schitt mani
@brew4380
@brew4380 2 жыл бұрын
After months of searching finally got the Hana EL on Audiomart. Paired with the iFi micro2. I was content with my Nagaoka MP 110. I'm now blown away by the sound quality. Thanks for shootout and recs.
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 2 жыл бұрын
I hope you enjoy it. Big step up over the mp-110.
@engjds
@engjds 2 жыл бұрын
Being a newbie to vinyl, I have a shure V15iii MM, what kind of improvements would I expect moving to the Hana EL?
@sc0or
@sc0or 2 жыл бұрын
That’s an MC and elliptical. All it gives is 40kHz which you won’t hear. I would prefer an ML or SH for the same price. Cause an MC for a price of MM must be a garbage.
@engjds
@engjds 2 жыл бұрын
@@sc0or Though you can pick a legendary London Decca up for £500-near to some MM prices)
@aussierob7177
@aussierob7177 3 жыл бұрын
I have the Denon DL 110 high output Moving Coil Cartridge which i purchased a few years ago for about $280 AUD. This is a pretty good all round cartridge. I just recently bought the Denon DL - 301MK2 Moving Coil Cartridge for $580 AUD. I am using a Pro-Ject Turntable fitted with a Hadcock GH242 Uni-pivot tonearm and the Eastern Electric MiniMax tube Phono stage.
@georgesmith5598
@georgesmith5598 2 жыл бұрын
Where did you buy these from Aussie rob ?
@Grassy_Gnoll
@Grassy_Gnoll 2 жыл бұрын
The Shure M97xE WAS a $100 cartridge. They stopped producing them about 4 years ago. That's the only reason they are now selling for $500. A little research goes a long way.
@luisrodriguez8639
@luisrodriguez8639 10 ай бұрын
The M97 is the worst cartridge I have ever used, pure garbage
@LostArkitekt
@LostArkitekt Жыл бұрын
Question...where are you getting these 50% off deals? Also, I am recommending everyone to shy away from Ortofon. I have the 2M Bronze, and it I started losing my left channel after about 55-60 hours of playing time. I thought it was my tonearm wiring, so had it rewired. Played for awhile, and then left channel started dropping again. Found out recently it has an intermittent connection issue inside the body...after only 175 hours of playing time. Ortofon won't do squat. I will not buy another Ortofon product. Was the Wellfleet not out at this time?
@RocknRonni
@RocknRonni 3 ай бұрын
I was using the Audio-Technica was called signet AT OC9 back in the '80s I love that cartridge in fact I bought two of them and then in the '90s I purchased the shelter 501 Mark II this was a market improvement over the signet cartridge recently had it retipped with the boron microline still very happy and I'm hearing a marked improvement but it did take a while to break in. Really enjoyed your video Thanks so much for taking the time to do the shootout makes me wonder what the Hannah ML sounds like compared to my current shelter 501 Mark II ML
@craigenputtock
@craigenputtock Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your experienced opinion.
@Secession1900
@Secession1900 2 жыл бұрын
You are undoubtedly a careful listener but I question your use of those antique Pioneer HPMs as your reference. Very ragged upper mids and highs. There are many moderately priced modern speakers that would be better suited to the task.
@WardDorrity
@WardDorrity Жыл бұрын
I agree wrt the speakers. They're sought after collector's items, but they lack sonically.
@luisrodriguez8639
@luisrodriguez8639 10 ай бұрын
I concur, the HPM is very colored, the JBL L-100 was much better and natural or even better the L-112, GR-Research sells an upgraded crossover that puts them to sing better
@jm_1214
@jm_1214 10 ай бұрын
Modern speakers are terrible
@jm_1214
@jm_1214 10 ай бұрын
You have a good ear. The denon is a classic
@mrpetit2
@mrpetit2 2 жыл бұрын
Not so long ago I did a blind test between a Hana EH and an AT-vm95ml. I preferred the AT-VM95ML. However I'm also confident that maybe 90% of the people wouldn't hear the difference, they were that close. (most people couldn't hear the difference on that forum)
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 2 жыл бұрын
What preamp were you using?
@mrpetit2
@mrpetit2 2 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftShopReviews I think an Ifi phono zen was used on a MS DD-35. Only 2 persons could identify the Hana from the AT. And I think we both never even heard both carts before, so mainly on the stylus profile I guess. The At-vm95ml had slightly more detail in the highest notes (cymbals), but it was very close. The general character was very similar. I think a Hana MH might sound even more alike. But take the huge price difference in consideration. Too bad youtube doesn't allow links to be posted otherwise I could post the samplefiles.
@jimmyolsenschannel6263
@jimmyolsenschannel6263 2 жыл бұрын
@@mrpetit2 The most difficult feature to distinguish in an A/B test is for obvious reasons the long-term effect. Unfortunately, it is also the most important feature. Note that the Audio Technica Micro Line cartridges have a lot of "showroom effect", but after a while you might well find that they can be "over detailed", i.e. they make certain instruments and features of the performance jump out in the mix to an unwanted extent. Instead of a coherent soundscape, you get something akin to a Christmas calender, with each instrument living on its own behind separate flaps if I may be so picturesque.
@mrpetit2
@mrpetit2 2 жыл бұрын
@@jimmyolsenschannel6263 I've been listening to microline stylii for over 10 years now (amongst others, I switch sometimes, I have multiple carts), but I still prefer them. Biggest advantage of microline is that they keep a fairly consistent sound image while they wear. Other stylusshape change over time as their wear patches grow in size.
@jimmyolsenschannel6263
@jimmyolsenschannel6263 2 жыл бұрын
@@mrpetit2 MLs make music sound like nothing was recorded in the same room or at the same time. Which of course it wasn't in many cases, but it's still not the way it was supposed to sound. Unwanted realism, to coin a phrase. Personally, I'm currently enjoying an old Shure M55 with a conical mono stylus. Makes original mono recordings sound as big and smooth and honest and real as anything I've ever heard on a HiFi system.
@gcahill51
@gcahill51 Жыл бұрын
Goldring E4 is a great cart at $299, well balanced with tight bass
@spodvoll
@spodvoll 6 ай бұрын
I found the VM95C superior to the VM95E. I do use a VM540ML in a system with modern electronics and (admittedly first generation) Martin Logan electrostatic speakers. So, my treble range isn't exactly dull. The VM540ML is superb in that respect. And the imaging, especially with large orchestral works recorded using true stereo (spaced omni, ORTF, or Blumlein microphone techniques) is amazing. Btw, if you're using pan-pot, multi-track studio recordings to gauge soundstage / imaging accuracy.... really? You lost me there.
@grahamlaunder5507
@grahamlaunder5507 5 ай бұрын
What a great talk that was,so informative and full of some amazing information,first time l have listened to you and certainly won’t be the last. The only negative is it is going to cost me money for a new cartridge,thanks again,was a great listen. Kindest regards Graham Launder.
@TheBoomerPlace
@TheBoomerPlace Жыл бұрын
Like another commenter noted, the Shure M97xe was originally around 100 bucks. I got mine for $87.00. When I heard the news that Shure was discontinuing their cartridge line, I purchased 2 styli for $57.00 each. Greed took over and sellers have jacked the price up beyond reason. For the original price it’s a great performer. For the current asking prices, no way. I have it on my Technics SL-1200MK2. It sounds great on the turntable through my modest but carefully matched system. I have 2 other turntables as well and a total of 6 carts. Looking forward to getting an Ortofon Bronze for my Fluance RT85. Nice review.
@wcg66
@wcg66 Жыл бұрын
I have an LP Gear micro line stylus on my M97xe, it's much better.
@xuser48
@xuser48 Жыл бұрын
2M Bronze, Quintet Bronze or Cadenza Bronze?
@TheBoomerPlace
@TheBoomerPlace Жыл бұрын
@@xuser48Since ortofon jacked up the price of the bronze I’ll be looking at other brands.
@fanlaz959
@fanlaz959 Ай бұрын
Try a Nagaoga 300
@TheBoomerPlace
@TheBoomerPlace Ай бұрын
Well, I’ve since updated my system. I gave my old one, including the Technics SL1200 MK2, to my son with a Shure M91ED cart. I purchased a Denon DP-3000NE, an Ortofon 2M Black and Denon DL-110 MC high output cart along with a new AVR and speakers etc. I’ll probably sell the M97XE and 2 NOS styluses, Fluance RT 85 and realistic lab 400. I only need one turntable.
@paganrythyms
@paganrythyms 2 жыл бұрын
I just bought the Hana EL, still waiting on delivery. I have the Marantz model 30, fluance RT83, and fluance XL7F speakers, but plan on upgrading to Monitor Audio silvers soon. Can't wait to hear it, based on your reviews. 😎
@belapecsek1103
@belapecsek1103 2 жыл бұрын
Bela Pecsek 0 seconds ago Please note that the Fluance RT83 has a heavy mass tonearm of some 27.5 grams effective mass with a quite heavy headshell, therefore you need to mach it with a lower compliance cartridge to get really good result. The Hana might not be the best mach as far as compliance is concerned for that particular tonearm. But please do try it and share your findings. I am using the Hana EL on a 8 gram effective mass Pro-ject 9CC Evolution and sounds just marvelous.
@deangale4496
@deangale4496 2 жыл бұрын
Be interested in your opinion on Nagaoka MP110 or JT-80Lb MM carts ? You seem to call a spade a spade
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 2 жыл бұрын
I had the mp-110 a long time ago and without doing an a to b comparison it would be tough to provide details. I do recall throwing it away and installing a Grado Prestige Black. Not that the Grado black is better either.
@54tristin
@54tristin 11 ай бұрын
@@ThriftShopReviewsyou threw it away?
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 11 ай бұрын
@@54tristin admittedly I did in frustration. I will get one again and do a review.
@TheNewGranada
@TheNewGranada 9 күн бұрын
in regards to the Hana, is this the high output version? or is there even a low output version? i've just read that lo output is the way to go
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 9 күн бұрын
@@TheNewGranada I had the high output version. Yes they make a low output version. I would go low output on all moving coils cartridges as long as they work with your preamp. In my experience they sound better
@TheNewGranada
@TheNewGranada 9 күн бұрын
@@ThriftShopReviews i'm running the ortofon 2m bronze with a Bellari VP130 but that preamp does not support MC i do have a spare NAD PP 2 that can handle MC so idk if that is 'good enough'
@TheNewGranada
@TheNewGranada 9 күн бұрын
@@ThriftShopReviews and you 'had' the high output. does this mean there is another cart you recommend over this at the same price point??
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 9 күн бұрын
@@TheNewGranada I think the Hana is great value. I have a few carts that I love but are in the $700-$800 range that I use daily. The 2M bronze is good, analytical with ok soundstage. I would first work a getting a preamp that sounds amazing before getting another cart. Can sometimes get a mismatch between the performance of items in the chain. You could get a low output mc and get a step up transformer. I want to do videos on SUT’s soon as they can dramatically make carts sound amazing.
@ericstathis67
@ericstathis67 9 күн бұрын
( my other account ) man what a rabbit hole that is audio. So what preamps would you recommend??​@ThriftShopReviews
@danvoight9393
@danvoight9393 Жыл бұрын
Thanks; I enjoyed this! I actually bought my Shure M97XE for $79. Brand new! For the price, at that time, it was awesome! I have found much better cartridges in the over $200. Range which I believe it now costs to grab one of these. It is really fun to swap cartridges out to experience different sounds for different types of music. I am looking forward to going back to finding your phono preamp blog.
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews Жыл бұрын
Preamps can make or break a system just like the cartridge. The combinations are almost endless. Thanks for the comment.
@edguyrocks5865
@edguyrocks5865 2 жыл бұрын
I have had quite a few styli...MP110(twice), Ortofon DJs/DJE, Denon DL110 High output, Blue Point #2, Sumiko Olympus, and I've finally settled on the Audio Technica AT440mlb. I like the punch, zero inner grove distortion. It might be a trade off in some soundstage. Second best I've owned was the Blue Point #2. The 3D was killer. I remember listening to Louder than Love(Soundgarden), and Rust in Peace(Megadeth) on it, and it just sounded different in a good way. But I did get the occasional IGD which drove me nuts. The DL110 was too crisp and didn't wow me at all. I only paid like $150 for it, so I turned it. I would like to try another moving coil, just been pretty happy with the 440. I do miss the roundness of the conical stylus though, but less definition. I think the nagaokas are slim...and even they recommend changing the stylus at 100 hours. Who can do that? Thats way too short of lifespan for the money. Screw that. It's okay at best. yeah, I'd use it, but it's nothing special.
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you have experience. The conical carts wear records faster than other types. Most take the denon dl103 and upgrade
@edguyrocks5865
@edguyrocks5865 2 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftShopReviews Rock on. Yeah, never tried the 103. I know you need some more beef on the headshell with it. I have a Technics 1200mk3d, would love to try a Sumiko Bluepoint #3 someday for shits and giggles.
@66jodaco
@66jodaco 3 жыл бұрын
IMO, If one is to invest in an endgame or pricier cartridge when the time comes, I would buy a phono preamp afterwards as to be sure to A: have the proper resistance loading and gain options for the MC and/or B: have proper capacitance and gain for the MM (I'm sure those mm you're reviewing don't all perform their best with the same capacitance setting). One is choosing a cartridge for it's sound signature vs a phono preamp that you buy to properly amplify and load for the widest bandwidth possible and add little very little of it's own sound.
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 2 жыл бұрын
Still prefer a moving coil all day long. Outside of the nagaoka mp-300
@SteveKordis
@SteveKordis 3 ай бұрын
I agree with your eval of the AT 95. If you get a chance give the AT VM740ML a listen. Currently around $270.
@MrPompanoman
@MrPompanoman 2 жыл бұрын
I liked the 2mblue but the bronze is stunning it's like someone removed blankets from my speakers! Lol
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 2 жыл бұрын
I agree with you. Glad you like it.
@6AM_YT
@6AM_YT 2 жыл бұрын
You should do a shoot out between the iFi iPhono2 and the iFi Zen.
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 2 жыл бұрын
I will be doing a video on Chord Huei vs IFI Zen Phono
@davidgoodman6538
@davidgoodman6538 3 жыл бұрын
I have the HANA EH and love it. It seems to do everything well.
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome. Thanks for the comment
@nathanielenochs1843
@nathanielenochs1843 Жыл бұрын
Where would you place the Denon DL-110?
@deoxyshd681
@deoxyshd681 2 жыл бұрын
Ice nine kills record in the background definitely caught me off guard
@larryhoffman7471
@larryhoffman7471 11 ай бұрын
Like others have mentioned, instead of all those AT carts, you should have included a Nagaoka in your shootout.
@Abruzzo333
@Abruzzo333 9 ай бұрын
Interesting. I only have the AT-95E at the moment but my speakers are quite vintage and lacking in treble so as stated here, it adds a much appreciated boost in that area. Would like to upgrade to something with better separation though.
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 9 ай бұрын
Yes the benefits of an older warm system when using audio technica mm carts. Move up to an audio technica moving coil. One of the lower end ones for more detail and separation. Seriously a better upgrade than trying mm stylus improvements.
@Abruzzo333
@Abruzzo333 9 ай бұрын
@@ThriftShopReviews Much thanks. What are some of your recommendations for a good AT moving coil to start with? I think I listen to similar music heavy rock music etc..
@audioaficionado9494
@audioaficionado9494 3 жыл бұрын
Love your channel. I'm just getting back into vinyl after a 45 year hiatus. Got a Fluance RT82, OM10 and a Mani. I took notice on your general opinion of AT MM cartridges. Saw way too many glowing reviews of them elsewhere blowing away all the other cartridges. I've got lots of room for improvement.
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 3 жыл бұрын
You have a nice rig at the moment. I want to review a fluance table. Plenty of upgrades for you to make improvements. I would start with a good phono preamp
@audioaficionado9494
@audioaficionado9494 3 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftShopReviews I would love watching that review. The Vista phono pre looked a lot better than the iFi unit. Looks count too. How much better was the iFi sound quality? Thx 👍
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 3 жыл бұрын
@@audioaficionado9494 both the Vista Audio and IFI iphono are really good. Although you can only get the iphono3 now and it’s $1,000. For the price the vista audio phono 2 is hard to beat. I’m currently running the Vista Audio phono 21 and contour 21 and really liking the performance
@audioaficionado9494
@audioaficionado9494 3 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftShopReviews Since you run more than one TT that makes a lot of sense.
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 3 жыл бұрын
@@audioaficionado9494 yes, I have 6 at the moment. Some for review some are will never leave my house. They all have good things and bad. Making my own Frankentable at the moment. I constantly switch preamps and cartridges to get a good feel of the differences. I just wish the IFI iphono 3 was $500 then it’s a no brainer.
@bretthanson5571
@bretthanson5571 Жыл бұрын
Superglue the removable stylus to the body of the AT 95e cartridge and it will really improve greatly (jaw droppingly better than stock - if that's a word). There are more tweeks that make it better, but at a greater risk of damage. You risk damage, and will not be able to replace the stylus assembly, but for $70? It won't match the a Zu (a modified Denon), Denon, or lower priced Hana, but what do you expect for $70. Give it a try (at your own risk) As noted in the video, get a good / great phono stage, and I'll add - A really nice tonearm and turntable 1st.
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews Жыл бұрын
Interesting
@docweirdo
@docweirdo 2 жыл бұрын
Why didn’t you try any Nagaoka’s? Even the MP110 might be a good choice for a good comparison. Cheers!
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 2 жыл бұрын
I’ve had the mp-110 in the past. I have an upcoming review of the mp-300
@false_binary
@false_binary Ай бұрын
I am looking to move into a MC cart w/xlr balanced cabling and as I was watching various review vids it occurred to me maybe I should get the right phono preamp first? LOL...ty for confirming, excellent walkthrough. Subscribed! (I have the MF M5si...such a great line!)
@klaymoon1
@klaymoon1 2 жыл бұрын
Great shootout!!
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks greatly appreciated. I hope it helps
@cubdukat
@cubdukat 2 жыл бұрын
Did you notice any IGD with the OC9XEB? It's the only AT moving coil they recommend for my turntable (AT-LP140XP), but I've been burnt by bonded AT styli with the VM95e.
@concertexperiences1602
@concertexperiences1602 2 жыл бұрын
Have you tried the new OC9 yet? I've narrowed my search based on reviews in the sub $300 to these three: OC9XEB, vm540ml or vm95ml
@owlnswan4016
@owlnswan4016 Ай бұрын
Why not just upgrade the stylus in your VM95? Even the nude elliptical is better sounding vs the bonded. The MicroLine gets you a lot of performance for little money.
@brew4380
@brew4380 3 жыл бұрын
So how does one go about getting a Hana cartridge at 50% off retail? Ebay? Audiogon? Buyee? Thanks
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 3 жыл бұрын
I mainly watch eBay and audiogone. I’ve purchased from both. I’ve also seen a few good deals on Facebook marketplace but not as much.
@brew4380
@brew4380 3 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftShopReviews Thanks. I'll keep looking. One more question - what settings did you dial in on the iFi phono that you liked best with the Hana EH. My quest for the New Year :-)
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 3 жыл бұрын
@@brew4380 since it’s a high output the iphono is set to MM and increase the gain +12db. You should try the various RIAA settings on the dip switches to see what sounds best for you.
@54tristin
@54tristin 11 ай бұрын
I really like the Dynavector 10x…………
@54tristin
@54tristin 11 ай бұрын
I really like the Dynavector 10x…………
@yambo59
@yambo59 2 жыл бұрын
I also have a perfect pair of those HPM100's I bought back in the 80's.
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 2 жыл бұрын
One of my favorite vintage speakers for sure.
@Chiroman527
@Chiroman527 Жыл бұрын
THX for your review and explanations of MC vs MM cartridges. IMO, I beleive for money, you may be remiss for not including the Nagoaka MP110 cartridge. On my System : Denon DRA-800H Receiver, using a separate Schiit Mani Phono Preamap on a Audio-Technica AT - LP120XBT-USB TT, the MP was a signifcant improvement over the AT95EN [the OEM] and ATMVNHL {upgrade} playing 2 Music Sources: Nightwatch LP (Kenny Loggins) & Men At Work LP. Better clarity and More Umph! This cartridge should have been in your Top 10.
@rufiorules
@rufiorules 3 жыл бұрын
Totally agree with your comments on your phono stage. I bought a Hana EH and it just didn't gel with mine, despite it being MM/MC. It doesn't have adjustable gain and it needed around +10db, so I was left wondering what all the fuss is about and had to sell it on. Maybe I'll look again when it comes to upgrading my phono stage
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 3 жыл бұрын
That’s exactly what I experienced other than I didn’t sell it. Make sure to watch my phono preamp videos. Make the most difference when using cartridges.
@belapecsek1103
@belapecsek1103 2 жыл бұрын
What tonearm you used it on. I am having the Hana EL it on a Project 9CC Evolution with 8 gram effective mass and it plays beautifully easily beating much more expensive cartridges.
@rufiorules
@rufiorules 2 жыл бұрын
It was on a Rega RB303, which is more than capable of handling the Hana. I had a DJ Pre 2 to hand that had the required gain, but it would have been a step backwards to use over the Pro-ject Tube Box SE2 that I'm currently using
@luisrodriguez8639
@luisrodriguez8639 10 ай бұрын
I agree with you about the Hana but the Ortofon should be in 8 place, the Denon sounds better and the Nagaoka 200 also, I can say that even the Goldring 1042 sounds better than the 2M
@jeffro7p202
@jeffro7p202 7 ай бұрын
Agree i had the ortofon and i hated it.
@jackhartle863
@jackhartle863 Жыл бұрын
should have done the at120e i think personally it’s the best under 500. i haven’t tried them all but for sure i think it sounds way better than the 2m bronze. Stereo separation is phenomenal great highs and deep lows overall my personal favourite cartridge. (i should note that it’s a discounted cartridge)
@epg2501
@epg2501 2 жыл бұрын
Does the Hana EL have the same detail as the AT Microline? Looking on moving to one from my 740ML which I don’t really like much (thin/harsh and two dimensional to me). I miss my old Stanton 681EEE and the warmer/fatter tone it had:( That being said, th PTG33ii looks amazing with detail but I might run into similar issues.
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 2 жыл бұрын
I hated my at -740ml. Want to buy it? Lol. Way to much glare that led to listening fatigue. Hana eh is amazing in comparison. Smooth and detailed. You will learn how moving coils are much better.
@epg2501
@epg2501 2 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftShopReviews Do you think its because of the Microline stylus vs elliptical? Will be missing definition if I go with the Hana elliptical (EL)?
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 2 жыл бұрын
@@epg2501 it’s not about the stylus and more important about the magnet or coil generator. I like to say the tone generator. You will be blown away with the Hana compared to the audio technica. Three dimensional sound and you will like. Phono preamp needs to also good. Try the iphono by ifi if possible
@epg2501
@epg2501 2 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftShopReviews Have you compared the Hana ML to the EL? Thank you for all the info! Just upgraded from my old Schiit Mani to the Hagerman Trumpet MC but haven’t hooked it up yet lol:)
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 2 жыл бұрын
@@epg2501 I would like to try the Hana ml but think I would would go another direction. Again selling stylus over moving coil system. At that point it’s koestu or others in that ballpark. Really enjoy my sumiko songbird at the moment.
@jeffro7p202
@jeffro7p202 7 ай бұрын
Ive had carts that cost over $600 and the best sounding one i have found is the nagaoka mp 110 no more wasting money for me im sold on it.
@WalterDavidRiffmon
@WalterDavidRiffmon 7 ай бұрын
Thanks for all your shootouts! A couple of years ago, after watching your review of the Vista Audio Phono 2 preamp, I bought one. I have been running an Ortofon 2m Blue with good results. My Ortofon Blue probably has close to 1000 hours on it so will make another purchase this year. My turntable is a Technics 1710 with a tonearm effective mass of 16g (without a cart). Do you think the HANA EH would be a good match for the 1710's tonearm? I was also considering the Ortofon Bronze but the cost jump to the HANA isn't too much more than the Bronze. Thanks!
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 7 ай бұрын
Looking past compliance I generally like moving coils over moving magnet designs. You might want to try the denon dl-103 to see if that works with your arm. The 2M bronze is a huge step up over the blue with great soundstage but analytical. Hana is a great cartridge that is not offensive at all.
@WalterDavidRiffmon
@WalterDavidRiffmon 7 ай бұрын
@@ThriftShopReviews Thanks. The only thing that I would be concerned about the dl-103 is the spherical tip design especially since I'm playing on very expensive record collections. I might jump to the Hana which is a moving coil.
@marcuswinesalot8594
@marcuswinesalot8594 Жыл бұрын
Sorry maybe I missed it, where did you buy your cartridges from? Thanks for the informative video.
@JohnLee-db9zt
@JohnLee-db9zt 2 жыл бұрын
Is the Allnic H7000V phono preamp good enough for the Hana?
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 2 жыл бұрын
Might be overkill for a lower end cartridge. Would love to try the h-7000
@kodithebear
@kodithebear Жыл бұрын
Did you burn in all cartridges? You can't really judge a cartridge unless it has done a minimum of 50 hours.
@danab7472
@danab7472 Жыл бұрын
Hi there, I currently have a Pro-Ject Debut Carbon with an Audio Technical AT100E cartridge. I'd like to upgrade the cartridge as I feel it is a bit rough around the edges, and the bass is really sloppy for my taste. I'd like tighter bass, better detail retrieval and an overall more balanced and musical presentation. Can you recommend some no-fuss carts I can install on my Debut Carbon? Debut Carbon is feeding a Sansui AU-555A which is powering a pair of Celestion Ditton 551. I'm looking to spend around $600 AUD.
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews Жыл бұрын
Tough question for sure. I assume you're using the built in phono preamp. Likely best to upgrade to external phono preamp. Might be tough to increase bass tightness with that amp though. It has a damping factor of 50 giving a little boom to the lower end. Certainly a warm lush sound. You might be best to upgrade the amplifier to get cleaner sound, but all about choices.
@danab7472
@danab7472 Жыл бұрын
@@ThriftShopReviews I left some information out for the sake of clarity: the Sansui is acting as a preamp into an XTZ Edge A2-300 so damping factor is not an issue. When listening to digital my Celestions are held in place very well. At the moment it seems to me that when it comes to cart compliance, the Debut Carbon tonearm is not compatible with a lot of carts out there. I reached out to Pro-Ject and was not surprised when they came back recommending Ortofon, even going so far as to say they design their tables to work with Ortofon carts specifically, so in the interest of "if I can't beat them then join them" I'll probably end up buying a Bronze.
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews Жыл бұрын
@@danab7472 absolutely with a class d you have control. I still say a good phono preamp might help more. Worth a try for Schiit mani 2 or something that you can return off of Amazon. I would have to go look at the arm specs to find a cart. The bronze is good and very analytical.
@ConnahJay
@ConnahJay 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! I'm wondering what the result was for best phono preamp?! Thanks for your work and research!!!
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 3 жыл бұрын
Check my videos. I have dedicated and phono preamp shootout video
@bobbyjfromtheuk1
@bobbyjfromtheuk1 2 жыл бұрын
review starts at 4.15
@vagpap85
@vagpap85 7 ай бұрын
Did you play these MC and MM cartridges on the same system every time?or on a few different ones ?
@enricolisk1357
@enricolisk1357 3 жыл бұрын
Would the usage, handling of the cartridge by the previous owner colour your review? 3 months into Vinyl, so not even sure if this is a correct question.
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 3 жыл бұрын
If you’re buying a used cartridge then you should invest into a microscope to evaluate once you get it. Most people claim low use and the rule of thumb is to double the hours but unless the stylus is really worn prior use should be very acceptable. You need to know the cartridge you want. 3 months in and you have a lot of small things you can do to improve sound quality. What hardware do you use?
@enricolisk1357
@enricolisk1357 3 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftShopReviews I have a Pro-Ject Debut Carbon Evo with the Sumiko Rainier cartridge, a Yamaha Rx-V6A, Qacoustics 3030i, Rogers LS66. I believe a good phono stage would make the most significant improvement. Later on I would like a vintage TT & hence the inquiry about used cartridges.
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 3 жыл бұрын
@@enricolisk1357 yes, phono preamp should be on your list. I have videos on that to help and have more coming up. Start there and then buy a good cartridge. I look at used and vintage turntables with cartridges as disposable cartridges. Some uss the 33% rule of thumb. 33% on each the turntable, cartridge and phono preamp. So if you have the carbon then around $500 on each item as a very general rule. Of course, you can find deals and not pay the entire amount and what my channel is about.
@enricolisk1357
@enricolisk1357 3 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftShopReviews thanks for the pointers. I live in Sri Lanka & not the easiest to get my hands on good brands, or second hand stuff. Let's see how it goes. Wishing you a glorious 2022!!!
@2visiondigital
@2visiondigital Жыл бұрын
Hung on for 10 minutes. Meh.
@skunk12
@skunk12 5 ай бұрын
More time than I'm willing to spend on a one-night stand. 😂🤣😆
@zulumax1
@zulumax1 2 жыл бұрын
Wonder how the Nagaoka or a Grado would have done compared to the Hanna in the same price field. Hmmm.....
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 2 жыл бұрын
Nagaoka is really good, really really good. Grado is on my list but can’t decide what model.
@zulumax1
@zulumax1 2 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftShopReviews Stay away from the Grado Gold. I bought one and it was so bad I gave it away. I am a Grado fan, but this was one of the worst carts from them I ever owned. The Grado Red is the best bang for the buck I think. The downside of the Grado is it is not pretty to look at. The Prestige series, have not tried the wood bodied ones
@zulumax1
@zulumax1 2 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftShopReviews The Grado has one of the best stereo separation of 30 db of any lower end carts, also quick bass and lack of sibilance in the high end. Moving iron design of Grado is going to have less moving mass than a moving magnet. I believe the Nagaoka MP-500 is a moving iron design also. Like in between moving magnet and moving coil as far as mass.
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 2 жыл бұрын
@@zulumax1 I should have clarified. I have one of the entry level prestige carts. Black or silver, heck who knows. It’s on a vintage unit my daughter uses. Not my favorite cart. I was referring to the wood ones and my fault. Cannot decide on the cheaper ones or the reference 3. I really like boron cantilevers but Grado insist on elliptical stylus. I simple like line contact for less vinyl wear
@zulumax1
@zulumax1 2 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftShopReviews black is only a $65 cart the silver might be good, haven’t heard it. My favorite was my G2+ which was $300 in 1989. May depend on what phono preamp you use too. I did a comparison of the Shure M97XE, the Audio Technica 120E, and Grado Gold. The Grado gold was the most expensive and it plain sucked.
@newardthelman6871
@newardthelman6871 3 жыл бұрын
You're incorrect. Conical stylus tips have the lowest wear of any stylus shape.The trade off is lack of detail and resolution in inner grooves of a record due to the conical shape being unable to accurately trace grooves at high velocities.
@ElectoneGuy
@ElectoneGuy 2 жыл бұрын
Yup
@coltuppal
@coltuppal Жыл бұрын
They guy is a fake look at his pioneer speakers.
@cobar5342
@cobar5342 Жыл бұрын
It may have been better to exclude cartridges that are no longer manufactured and comparing RRP rather than the lower than the prices you obtained
@johnnystrachan9454
@johnnystrachan9454 6 ай бұрын
No dynavector 10x5 ??
@mostirreverent
@mostirreverent 2 жыл бұрын
Which if any of these cartridges are high compliance, or work well with a low mass tonearm?
@eudanielramos
@eudanielramos Жыл бұрын
What about Ortofon 2M Silver?
@CHICO976
@CHICO976 Жыл бұрын
None of the Shure cartridges are being made anymore...but you should have tested a Shure V15 II as to me it is one of the best out there...I also have an Ortofon 2m blue which is great
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews Жыл бұрын
I believe Jico starting making some of the shure models. I haven’t followed it though
@dexhome_2010
@dexhome_2010 Жыл бұрын
I have a Shure V15VxMR with the Jico neoSAS cavalier. I’m using it on a Technics SL-1210M5G and a Schiit Mani pre-amp. My question is would a Hana EH with a Mani 2 be a good upgrade? I’m thinking about the Mani 2 regardless but I’m thinking about the Hana higher output so the ohm load matches the Schiit Mani 2. Love the shirt also!
@nigelgauntlett582
@nigelgauntlett582 3 жыл бұрын
Not surprised with your choice ! Except I use the EL model which suits my ear a little better ! This is my work horse cartridge for a long time ; it is just a very musical cartridge with no glaring faults ( there are better MC which will give you more of everything but at a much higher$$$)
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 3 жыл бұрын
I would have purchased the EL but the the EH was the only one I found for sale at a discount. I like lower output Mc carts for some reason.
@nigelgauntlett582
@nigelgauntlett582 3 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftShopReviews The EL and the EH are both outstanding ; it’s just a matter of taste and the quality of your MC phono stage . That said I prefer it to their SL series ( Shibata stylus is not my favourite ; I even prefer the Ortofon Bronze to the Black!)
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 3 жыл бұрын
@@nigelgauntlett582 thanks for the comments
@tonydeniro284
@tonydeniro284 2 жыл бұрын
@@nigelgauntlett582 own both the 2m Bronze and the hana el, two of the best cartridges available at the price. Tubed phono preamp gives the Bronze a touch of warmth that it is lacking, but maintains all the detail. The Hans loves being loaded at about 400 to 470 ohms. I use it with a Jensen SUT that has a built in impedance of 430 ohms. It sounds terrific, my all time favorite. Both the Bronze and the hana el are keepers in my system. I also own the Shure m97xe, it too is terrific.
@alexandermikhailov2481
@alexandermikhailov2481 Жыл бұрын
I don't understand why while listening to the info about a phono cartridge I cannot get a nice product video but get a talking head instead. 😢
@owenlaprath4135
@owenlaprath4135 Жыл бұрын
One simple rule, that may work for most: The phono-preamp should cost roughly as much as the cartridge.
@doogie812
@doogie812 Жыл бұрын
I don't understand you mixing apples and oranges. Not just MM or MC but trying to compare conical, elliptical, line contact and Shibata. Way different characteristics. I can tell you using a Shibata as my daily driver for the last 40 years, attempting to play vinyl that was raked under a conical with a Shibata will sound like crap. I did glean some information from your video. I am considering the Ortofon MM series and am leaning that way. Seems they have come a long way since the over priced B&O days. Thanks.
@latheofheaven
@latheofheaven 3 жыл бұрын
Heh, good ol' Hana, I know you love it 😊 I will indeed have to try it someday. IFI Phono 2 - Frigg'n *awesome!* 👍 Thanks to YOU, I have one and am thoroughly enjoying it, thank you! Ah, poor Audio Technica... 😕 But the Ortofon Bronze sounds intriguing. If I ever get around to buying a Fluance 85 that comes with an Ortofon Blue, I'll hafta see if I can just upgrade the stylus to the Bronze. Thanks for the review and all the hard work Bro!
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks again for your comments. The ortofon blue and bronze use different generators. While you can technically stick the stylus on, it won’t function the same as the bronze. The ortofon black and bronze use the same headshell. The benefit of the bronze is that you can upgrade to black in the future.
@latheofheaven
@latheofheaven 3 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftShopReviews Thanks Bro! Actually, quite surprisingly I've heard some negative comments about the black where several people have had issues with it. Perhaps it's just hard to set up. But, yeah, I would love to hear the bronze. Thanks kindly again for all your work!
@AudioTnT
@AudioTnT 2 жыл бұрын
In my case, upgrading the phono preamp gave me a bigger sonic improvement than upgrading the cartridge. I'm about to compare a Hana EL with a Musikraft modified DL-103. Maybe I should have paid a bit more for a DL-103R after this review.
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 2 жыл бұрын
I like both the Hana and DL-103. Very good performance for the price. I think I like the DL-103 a bit more, but really want to upgrade the cantilever and stylus to something better
@Woofy-tm8si
@Woofy-tm8si 5 ай бұрын
I find the screechy high end that characterizes many Audio Technica MM cartridges to be tremendously unlistenable. AT was infamous for this failing forty years ago and it hasn't changed, sadly.
@belapecsek1103
@belapecsek1103 2 жыл бұрын
You are comparing low and high compliance cartridges on the same tonearm? Do you really know what you are doing?
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 2 жыл бұрын
Yes I know what I’m doing. You first need to understand the the equation of compliance. A general rule of thumb for non technical people. As an engineer I can tell you it missed the point on many material related characteristics. I want to do a video on exactly this topic so thanks for bringing it up. If your tonearm is fixed then you have point. If you change your headshell weight then you can explain how to do this. I have more headshells than most to match compliance. Plus tonearms weights to make it work. You have a good point but really doesn’t matter.
@belapecsek1103
@belapecsek1103 2 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftShopReviews You are indeed correct and perfectly fine if you can use headshells that bring the effective mass of the tonearm to the middle of the optimum range to try to also minimize unavoidable sample variation. Drawing conclusion with date using single sample might not give you statistically defendable thus acceptable result. (I am an engineer too by the way and not light experience in this area). You can encounter problems though when you have a tonearm on the heavy side of the effective mass that can not be lightened up by the lightest available headshell and want to test a highish compliance cartridge. My gut feeling is still there that using a cartridge with compliance 10 and another one with compliance say 22-24 might not give you a valid enough results as far as cartridge capability is concerned. You have indeed strange results with the highish compliance AT cartridges giving unsatisfactory result in contrast with most of the tests available on the net and experienced by other users yet you are getting splendid result with a theoretically inferior lower compliance cartridges. My experience , as an engineer, dictates that when we see result like this contradicting the majority of other findings than we better dig deeper and understand the results and repeat the test on a more solid ground and/or create test buckets to give statistically more valid result.
@sc0or
@sc0or 2 жыл бұрын
Well, oc9 has 25dB +-1.5dB of a channel separation, and 95ml - 28dB +-0.5dB, and you are talking about a better sound stage? From which place it appears? From a worse tracking because of elliptical stylus, or from a worse channel separation? I think you have to either make something with your setup, or to not judge cartridges and simply enjoy music. You prefer cheap MCs to expensive MMs. That’s fine.
@nexus3180
@nexus3180 2 жыл бұрын
I have had vinyl records for over 50 years and it’s my preferred way of listening to music, how are you going to save me or anyone else time or money? in my opinion your results are not the be all or end all, it’s down to the individual and the type of music and sound they like, cleaning records is still highly important, as are the components of your system, it’s not just the cartridge that produces what you hear coming from the speakers. Your statement of saving us time and money in the long run comes across as rather pompous in my opinion.
@nattyco
@nattyco 2 жыл бұрын
What you say at 8.20 is incompatible with your disclaimer.
@glennbarret-jy5ut
@glennbarret-jy5ut Ай бұрын
Comparing the cart to gold prices is an interesting way of looking at. I'm afraid to look
@ariaaudiophile
@ariaaudiophile Жыл бұрын
How can you review a mix of New and Old used and abused Cartridges? You are not making sence.
@audiohertz2341
@audiohertz2341 Жыл бұрын
Denon 103R is a MC and requires a much different arm from the other carts, interesting to hear how you were able to compare to the other carts .. Regards
@coltuppal
@coltuppal Жыл бұрын
This is some kind of joke right. You talking audio with this setup? Joker get some decent equipment and you might be able to make a decent assessment
@shackinup
@shackinup 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome review. I've got the Project Classic Evo turntable, ifi zen phono preamp, audiolab 6000a amp and the wharfedale linton heritage speakers. The evo has the MC Quintet Red. Okay but not impressed. Wanna tap my foot. Recommendations?
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 3 жыл бұрын
I was not a huge fan of the project carbon eco turntable, but the tonearm was really good for the price. I think you have a great amp and speakers. I think the best improvement you can make is with the phono preamp and turntable. I didn’t like the zen compared to the iphono. Stay tuned to my upcoming videos on the rega planar 1 hacks to improve sound as it also relates to the project tables. If you want to simply improve the cartridge then you have many options. Since you have a moving coil then try the denon dl-103r on eBay. Good deals can be had and see if your sound improves.
@shackinup
@shackinup 3 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftShopReviews thanks so much! The Classic Evo is a big step up from the carbon evo. Do you think the Ortofon Bronze would be a better match than the quintet red? I know you like MC but I'm really considering going back to MM.
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 3 жыл бұрын
@@shackinup sorry I missed the classic part of the name. I don’t have experience with the quintet red to provide an A vs B comparison. That is a very good question. If you’re looking at a move from the quintet red then you have options to consider. If going to moving magnet then you might want to audition the nagaoka mp 300. While not on my shootout I will be reviewing it soon. It’s extremely good to say the least and you can usually find it on sale. Just one of many options. I really think you need to consider Mc vs MM, cantilever material and stylus. Given the weight Of the quintet you could even try a cheap denon Mc cartridge for real value. The best way to know is to try different cartridges to understand the differences.
@luisrodriguez8639
@luisrodriguez8639 9 ай бұрын
I see you own a HPM-100 speakers, they sound acceptable as original but GR Research made a modification on the crossover that fix their sound, go to his youtube to se that work, if I had an HPM-100 I would make this upgrade
@DavidParker-jr5bd
@DavidParker-jr5bd Жыл бұрын
So you're saying My favorite is in the top 10!
@EsotericArctos
@EsotericArctos 2 жыл бұрын
I've seen a lot of good reviews for the Audio Technica cartridges, particularly the 95E. It was interesting to see someone with a different opinion. I have a phone pre-amp that isn't so bright in the top end, so maybe the AT cartridge would be okay for that, but I may look elsewhere for other systems now.
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 2 жыл бұрын
Brendon, the purpose of going through 10 phono cartridges is to find out how they all sound and compare. I honestly wanted the 95e to win being that a lot of people say it’s good. The results are much different. So it’s always good to try something else and get an idea for yourself. Nothing wrong with liking the 95e but know other carts can do much better.
@Budd1234
@Budd1234 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, What do people mean when they say ‘bright’ when talking about audio?
@AlessandroPitus
@AlessandroPitus Жыл бұрын
@@Budd1234 lot of highs. the eq is predominant on high frequencies
@TheAgeOfAnalog
@TheAgeOfAnalog Жыл бұрын
I buy, refurb, and resell dozens of tables and carts at my store. There isn’t a better cart available for under $100 than the VM95E.
@johnbuie3306
@johnbuie3306 Жыл бұрын
You mentioned that the conical stylus on the Denon DL-103 "may wear your records faster". Studies into record wear seem to suggest the opposite, i.e. that conical styli cause less record wear than elliptical styli as long as they are tracked at around 3 grams or less.
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews Жыл бұрын
Someone else messaged me the same thing. Like to see the study as it goes it’s science and physics. Smaller contact point yields higher stress resulting in higher wear. This is why they developed types of diamond tips to increase surface contact as record stations would wear out records really fast. Link to the study?
@johnbuie3306
@johnbuie3306 Жыл бұрын
​@@ThriftShopReviewsThe study talks about the principle of "micro-hardness" which is not at all intuitive to lay people (i.e. non-physicists). I'm a chemist by education and I still found the concept somewhat difficult but very interesting.
@johnbuie3306
@johnbuie3306 Жыл бұрын
For some reason the link Ive posted twice now keeps getting deleted. Not sure why
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews Жыл бұрын
@@johnbuie3306 please email me the link. You can find my email on my home page. I can try to post the link. Thanks
@armanddimeo6575
@armanddimeo6575 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your review. I have nothing against Audio Technica cartridges but it is good to see a contrary review in light of some reviewers' tendency to overrate them. The best AT product I ever heard was a product they made many years ago called Signet. They were more refined than the standard AT line. Still, AT makes some decent cartridges. I would just be more selective than with other brands, such as Ortofon.
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comments. Yes, with audio technical you need to be very selective. I would like to try the Art series moving coils.
@enricolisk1357
@enricolisk1357 3 жыл бұрын
The Ortofon 2M Red had a few poor reviews. So I made sure to import my Pro-Ject TT from US.
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 3 жыл бұрын
@@enricolisk1357 I didn’t like the ortofon 2M red or blue. Very harsh.
@gaborozorai3714
@gaborozorai3714 3 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftShopReviews Have been using an Art9 for some years now and find it to be a neutral, transparent, high resolution but smooth cart. High end without the price tag. Amplification is all tube from the phono power supply onwards, which may help with the smoothness, warmth and body. But, I believe that the higher you go within a manufacturer's range of carts the less the house sound will be dominant. The lower the price point the greater the compromise to make. Compromise equals deviation from neutral. The direction of the deviation is the house sound.
@ThriftShopReviews
@ThriftShopReviews 3 жыл бұрын
@@gaborozorai3714 great comments. I agree
@escahmo
@escahmo 2 жыл бұрын
I watch half way I gave up. Sorry.
@keithwiebe1787
@keithwiebe1787 2 жыл бұрын
Turn the treble knob down on the ones you think had to much high end energy. Is that so hard? If you don't have a treble knob-get one.
@jefffoster3557
@jefffoster3557 2 жыл бұрын
Seriously? You are skewing the total sound and all you are doing by turning the treble down is masking the deficient cart......which is exactly what 90 % of folks do.
@keithwiebe1787
@keithwiebe1787 2 жыл бұрын
@Jeff Foster Sure. Whatever suits your boat. I guess you could turn the tweeter output down. You're probably one of them guys who buys the 500 cables. Lol.
@MrWizardjr9
@MrWizardjr9 Жыл бұрын
why would you purposely buy an inferior cartridge for your system that requires you to EQ? and i say for your system because it has a recommended max capacitance of 200pf so a lot of people having the treble glare problem is because of that.
@keithwiebe1787
@keithwiebe1787 Жыл бұрын
@@MrWizardjr9 Probably 90 percent of speakers could benefit with some eq. I'm not worrying about eq because of cartridge because I got rid of all my LPs and will concentrate only on cds. Life is good.
@cobar5342
@cobar5342 4 ай бұрын
Now at 2024 this shot out could be updated
@54tristin
@54tristin 11 ай бұрын
I have ALWAYS found AT too bright!
@paulclough8759
@paulclough8759 10 ай бұрын
It's not the AT MM cartridge, it's your vintage system, l suggest you upgrade your system, cartridges change and get upgraded your system is not.
@ergloo6660
@ergloo6660 2 жыл бұрын
So in short your reviews are only suited for you and no one else
@intoitreviews
@intoitreviews 9 ай бұрын
You need chapters for this review.
@vvondermaze
@vvondermaze 6 ай бұрын
I watched this video again because I have this autistic tendency to want to just listen to people on KZbin talk about phono cartridges. And I just want to say again, this video is bad. Completely disingenuous.
@MrRepeters
@MrRepeters 8 ай бұрын
Why can't we have visual examples of your cartridge picks?
Жыл бұрын
Gee, what a surprise. The Hana EH ($500) beats the Audio-Technica VM95E ($70). At the price point of that AT, you're likely going to be pairing it with speakers and electronics that are soft on the high end, so the cartridge's excess energy there may not be the problem that it is in your system. A shootout of $100 and under cartridges might be interesting. Candidates that are available new include the VM95E, the Sumiko Oyster and Black Pearl, the Ortofon 2M Red and Super OM 5E, and the Grado Prestige 3 Black. The aspiring DJs out there will want to have a look at Stanton cartridges. They don't match the sound quality of other cartridges at the same price point, but they will withstand scratching and other cartridge abuse. In this price class you'd be looking at the DJ-DS4.
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