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.4 & .6 is still considered low output. High output is usually 2.0 and above

The next question arises about the loading. Does your preamp have switchable loading? IOW's is there a switch near the phono input marked MC-MM. If so, you can probably use the cartridges if you switch it to the MC setting.(MC = moving coil which usually has a loading of 100 ohms vs moving magnet which loads at 47k ohms.) However you may need to turn up the volume quite a lot more than normal, because you are right on the cusp of needing more gain. If you have the MC switch, one of the cartridges you mentioned might be worth a try. if you find you don't have enough gain, then you can get the tranny. K&K makes a pretty good one for the $$$. They are a sponsor here also. The cost is about $200 assembled. Hope this helps

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  • .4 & .6 is still considered low output. High output is usually 2.0 and above - artemus 13:31:35 09/12/06 (1)
    • Thanks - Mr. Black 12:11:41 09/13/06 (0)


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