Help needed matching cartridge to Linto phono stage

Posted by: yairf on 31 October 2002

I am using a Space-Deck with Kuzma Stogi arm.
The phono stage is a Linn Linto (120 ohm input impedance).
The rest of the gear is 82,2xHC, Hart amp, B&W Matrix 801S3 (meaning low end must be well defined).

My options are:
1. Ortofon MC-3000/2 (that's the one I currently have and it used to work beautifully )
2. Benz Ruby "Open Air"
3. Reson Etile (based on Goldring Elite)

for much less:
1. Ortofon Kontrapunkt b
2. Shelter 501 cartridge (from Japan)

I will be grateful for any help
Posted on: 31 October 2002 by NB
Ortofon cartridges are excellent, go for the best you can afford.

Regards

NB

smile
Posted on: 31 October 2002 by yairf
Is its short life-span when compared to VDH and Benz cartridges.
However I did LOVE the sound of it when it was good.