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What cartridge to complete system; AR-XA, AR Integrated, AR3's
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Posted on May 17, 2017 at 18:00:56 | ||
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About two years ago I picked up a cosmetically mint AR Integrated amplifier and refurbed it. About a year ago I lucked onto mint AR3's in original boxes. Tomorrow I pick up an AR-XA which purportedly is in good cosmetic shape but of course will need some TLC. Obviously I'm trying to complete a classic system. I would enjoy hearing what cartridges you think would best fit with that spirit. Pickering/Stanton or Shure are the obvious choices. I wonder what cartridge Edgar and Henry used in their demo's? I don't know what cartridge is on the table now, probably a Pickering I would bet. What do you fellow inmates recommend? Thanks Gary |
RE: What cartridge to complete system; AR-XA, AR Integrated, AR3's, posted on May 17, 2017 at 19:33:00 | |
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Not a Grado, lest hum plague you. Use a Grado with a DC or shielded AC motor and I don't think your AR qualifies. However, you want something new whose suspension is flexible. Since you mentioned Shure, check the M97xE out. Audio-Technica has an extensive line. The AT440MLb is a definite possibility. Shop around for something decent at a price you can afford. The models I suggested are good, without being hideously expensive. The AT331E seems to be the least expensive model, with an elliptical stylus. Eli D. |
For new Shure SC35c and if the 5G tracking force scares you..., posted on May 17, 2017 at 20:00:44 | |
the M35X has some of that nice tone and tracks at 1.5G. |
Yes, probably best period correct option., posted on May 18, 2017 at 06:49:11 | |
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I may cheat and use a V15 III because I have one. |
Good point. LOL nt., posted on May 18, 2017 at 06:58:26 | |
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Thanks. Shure was my guess as the likely match. nt, posted on May 18, 2017 at 18:15:27 | |
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Went through college with a 91ed on a Dual 1215, posted on May 18, 2017 at 18:18:50 | |
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Yes, that's the consensus for the XA. Thanks for the input. Gary |
Would this 1966 Allied Catalog picture help??, posted on May 21, 2017 at 16:06:53 | |
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