1: RE: MC vs. MM Choice (9.28)
Posted by John Elison on 2013-02-19, 09:09:26 (98.19.146.87)
I don't own a MM cartridge. However, the answer to your question is, "No, I don't keep my CineMag in line when I have a MM cartridge installed." After you get your MC cartridge, you might find you won .......

2: Grado Cartridges? MM or MC (9.28)
Posted by NEAR SOTA on 2006-01-10, 15:43:41 (65.199.159.197)
I have an old cartridge which I cannot remember if it's a MM or MC. What constitutes a cartridge to have enough output for a MM input on a preamp? I think this cartridge puts out 4mV. The cartridge sa .......

3: MM cartridge recommendations (=$1k (9.09)
Posted by MVA on 2019-10-19, 18:38:52 (73.255.60.166)
Recently purchased a Technics SL 1200GR and I'm interested to check out a good MM, MI cartridge. I currently have a Sumiko Blackbird Lo mc and wanted to see what a comparable MM would do. Haven't used .......

4: minimal cost... (9.06)
Posted by analog guy on 2007-04-28, 17:33:12 (71.32.154.219)
you have an MM stage, right? the investment, then, is only the cost of the MM cartridge. could be worth a try just to satisfy your curiosity. if you are constrained on the MC end (i.e., not going high .......

5: I am not sure but it sounds like a ceramic cartwidge. (8.87)
Posted by Bandit on 2002-03-27, 00:22:36 (213.167.68.94)
They have unusual level. Try buying a cheap MM cartridge Check what weight it tracks at and buy a cheap MM cartridge to match. I remember some old Garrards track very heavy and are not really adjustab .......

6: RB300 cartridge combo (8.85)
Posted by lohe on 2000-11-05, 22:06:04 (202.52.65.132)
I recently bought a used Planar 3 (my first turntable). It came with a Grado professional series ZCE+1. I have considered changing to a better MM cartridge (I am using a creek OBH-8, so I can only use .......

7: 220 mm v 222.8 mm (8.78)
Posted by dvb on 2000-12-20, 07:00:40 (209.87.132.129)
Origin Live gives the mounting distance of the Rega as 220 mm. I accept that 222.8 mm is right. Is the difference of 2.8 mm significant? Can it be compensated for in cartridge set-up? .......

8: An incredible piece of faulty reasoning... (8.73)
Posted by robert young on 2006-02-04, 06:14:39 (69.200.82.40)
"If MC was, by principle, better than MM, each and every MC cartridge would be better than any MM cartridge." You didn't really write that, did you?? "principle" and "application" are two distinctly .......

9: RE: MM cartridge closest to sound and tracking of a Denon DL301MKII (8.72)
Posted by mnawaz3@aol.com on 2015-10-03, 01:25:33 (100.35.102.72)
Hi.. Not sure if i follow your reasoning. . Mm and mc are basically different ( there are a few exceptions). You pick which flavor you like and run with it. If you like the 301 ..i suggest getting th .......

10: Re: Opinions on REGA Super ELYS MM Cartridge (8.71)
Posted by Marc Bratton on 2002-09-16, 14:55:13 (208.136.90.125)
I've not heard that cartridge, so can't tell you how it compares to other MM's in that price range. Here's the thing, though-you KNOW it'll be a perfect match for your P2. You won't have to worry abou .......

11: RE: So are you going to switch to a MM cartridge? (8.58)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2009-10-02, 08:10:51 (174.51.210.194)
I'm sure I will try another MM cartridge but won't necessarily "switch" to one. I'm just getting started with vinyl and so far I am extremely pleased with the HOMC Denon DL160 vs the AT MM it replaced .......

12: Re: ClearAudio Virtuoso MM Phono Cartridge (8.58)
Posted by R B on 2001-09-08, 04:47:44 (144.138.85.239)
Don, I'm new to vinyl & found it interesting that you chose a MM cart as it seems MC carts seem to be favored by the more experienced in vinyl. My inclination is for a MM cart so I can use my MM phono .......

13: Need help -- what is this arm and cartridge? (8.51)
Posted by Jack on 2000-07-22, 13:18:50 (137.132.2.105)
I am new to vinyl. I just bought a used Linn LP12, it came with a tonearm and cartridge that I do not know. The ex-owner told me, this is a Linn arm, but he does not know the model of the arm. For the .......

14: Phono cartridge; MM or MC? (8.51)
Posted by suan116 on 2001-01-19, 13:44:15 (128.104.52.157)
HI, could anyone tell me the difference between MM and MC cartridge? Some say that MC is better than MM. Why is that so? Anyhow, i am relatively new to this analog world. Thanks for comments ::: TOPI .......

15: Re: Cartridge allignment nightmares...HERE WE GO AGAIN! (8.50)
Posted by thinker10 on 2007-05-17, 12:17:18 (24.201.167.75)
I said that because if he line up to 60 mm with the cart straight in the shell then we don't know for sure the outer point. Most Japanese arms use something close to DIN Stevenson : 57.5 mm and 115.52 .......

16: RE: Is there an MM/MI/HOMC cartridge better than Ortofon MC30 (8.48)
Posted by Dave Garretson on 2016-03-16, 12:46:22 (96.248.68.65)
You're probably right about a 22gm arm being less than optimal for a MM/MI cartridge. I've had good results with high compliance MM/MIs on 14gm arms like the Kuzma 4P and SME 3012R. Never tried a MM o .......

17: Cartridge Match for an Accuphase E-406? (8.45)
Posted by DBS on 2006-07-27, 18:10:08 (69.168.48.88)
I just bought a used Accuphase E-406 (which I really like)and I have a couple of cartridge matching questions. I am using a Dynavector 10x5 high output moving coil cartridge which has an output of 2.5 .......

18: RE: Uh, you mean cartridge? More info. What table? What phono (8.45)
Posted by maabx on 2007-12-14, 10:09:36 (136.1.1.154)
The C220 has an MM (moving magnet) phono input. So if you intend to use the C220 as the phono pre, you will want to use an MM cartridge, as opposed to an MC (moving coil) cartridge which will require .......

19: Need help -- what is this arm and cartridge? (8.43)
Posted by Jack on 2000-07-22, 13:20:46 (137.132.2.105)
I am new to vinyl. I just bought a used Linn LP12, it came with a tonearm and cartridge that I do not know. The ex-owner told me, this is a Linn arm, but he does not know the model of the arm. For the .......

20: BLUE POINT SPECIAL WITH MM STAGE (8.37)
Posted by chungsotheby@hotmail.com on 2001-09-19, 12:38:44 (140.233.11.129)
I was wondering if I could use a Blue POint Special cartridge on a preamplifier which only has MM phonno stage. I heard that it is possibel but is it recommended. Can I get the same kind of output and .......

21: Re: ELAC cartridge (8.33)
Posted by Jim Ricketts on 2000-11-03, 15:43:26 (63.27.241.212)
I have a 896H24Sp which is similar to the 796 as both use same VdH1 stylus but the 896 has a lower output. Sonically, quite nice for a MM, in fact, it sounds more like a decent MC than a MM. Good trac .......

22: Re: MC step-up or not? (8.33)
Posted by Enoch Lee on 2002-05-26, 22:13:57 (203.80.91.116)
I am not recommend that use a MC cartridge with MM phono amp. Even you love that sound of MM stage with MC cartridge, since MM impedence is quite larger than MC (MM always 47000 OHMs loading recommend .......

23: Good Cartridge MM for Daul TT (8.33)
Posted by gonzo on 2005-02-07, 11:17:00 (66.103.7.41)
Any suggestions for a good MM cartridge for a dual 1219? Under 300 and definitely MM since I use an old pioneer SX 727. Thanks for any reasonable suggestions. Norm .......

24: Re: Can I use high output MC cart with MM phono stage? (8.30)
Posted by BTW on 2001-08-09, 06:40:57 (192.169.41.38)
Hi, Have a look at the back of your preamp, if there is a small button with MM/MC markings on top of the button. Then you have the MM/MC version, in which case you need to set it to MM as you have a h .......

25: At that price range you're better off with a good MM. (8.30)
Posted by StephenJK on 2014-07-13, 18:00:12 (64.233.172.91)
Something from Grado or a high output MC from Dynavector, there's a lot of good stuff out there. Yes, a LOMC might have advantages but it all has to fit. Meaning that the turntable, phono preamp and c .......

26: Re: MM has serious series inductance too (nt) (8.26)
Posted by john curl on 2000-11-24, 15:35:28 (209.179.192.73)
Maybe I can help. Shure MM cartridges have always had a large inductance and this is part of the EQ of the cartridge, if the recommended load capacitance is used. Don't worry too much, in the old days .......

27: RE: Best MM cartridge for $1K (8.23)
Posted by MylesJ on 2020-07-12, 15:33:50 (67.41.84.243)
I found the AT 150 mlx a great match to the RB arm. It did not work well when I got a Kenwood table with a heavier arm. My recommendation is stick with an MM cartridge tracking at 1.75 grams, just lik .......

28: How do I know if my cartridge is MM or MC - Shure V15 type IV, V (8.21)
Posted by vuman on 2002-06-13, 18:20:53 (12.235.105.210)
Hi I am new to cartridge. How do I know my cartridge is MM or MC? Thanks .......

29: Step-up+MM phono, or MC phonostage? (8.20)
Posted by T&T on 2006-05-04, 13:31:48 (208.24.128.34)
I'd love to make an upgrade to my Rega TT but am in a strange place. I have a Rega P5/Linn Adikt MM and a Audio Note MM phonostage. I really enjoy my Rega and was thinking that a move to a MC in the 1 .......

30: Re: High output MC or MM. Which is preferable and why? (8.18)
Posted by rc on 2004-10-25, 17:05:17 (69.139.104.120)
The replaceable stylus on mm is only relevant if you auditioned the cartridge before you bought it. I believe a lot of us are buying equipment, and particularly cartridges, based on reviews and what t .......

31: Why do you assume a MM cartridge will solve the problem? (8.18)
Posted by Garth on 2006-07-11, 11:54:47 (84.169.156.117)
Most will be in the range of 4-5mV and frankly 45dB is a lot of gain for a MM section. Why not just try the Benz on the MM input? Perhaps a 1:10 or 1:5 transformer with the Benz on the MM input loaded .......

32: Re: Anyone heard of touching output leads together to curtail static pops? (8.17)
Posted by [Badfinger] on 2002-02-03, 18:32:52 (213.122.190.40)
If you connect the grounds together and are using a MC cartridge you will get hum. But not if you use a MM cartridge. I can't say if its bull or not, but you could only try it if you use a MM cartridg .......

33: Denon DL-160 on order. Thanks again everyone !! (8.12)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2009-09-10, 21:18:06 (174.51.210.194)
I posted further down asking about MM and MC cartridges worth trying and "different" vs my current AT120E MM.... and within my budget for my budget TT setup. After reading all the great recommendation .......

34: RE: Lost the bookmark, and need help (RE: 78 RPM carts) (8.12)
Posted by JimL on 2009-01-27, 20:04:00 (71.222.210.23)
Just remember that if you are intending to play both 78s and LPs/stereo discs on the same player that you should have the 78 cartridge mounted in a separate headshell from the LP/stereo disc cartridge .......

35: Are those MM? (8.11)
Posted by Penguin on 2001-10-27, 19:38:25 (162.33.184.12)
Top of my head i do not know, but i never ued an MM on the WTT. I have o experience other then a $20 AT MM cartridge to hold me over for 3 weeks after a disaster. dee ;-D .......

36: Cartridge clip size for Denon 103R (8.10)
Posted by H2O on 2005-12-02, 13:39:41 (67.85.50.29)
Hi I would like to order some new Van Den Hul cartridge clips for my Denon 103R cartridge. but I am not sure which size I should get? They have 1.0 mm and 1.2 mm clip sizes for the pins. Supposedly, t .......

37: Vintage 70-80's MM Cartridge Survey (8.09)
Posted by 4yanx on 2006-12-07, 10:41:57 (206.219.255.152)
Having seen a good bit of discussion regarding older MM cartridges of late, I am wondering what folks consider their favorites. Here are the conditions - Must be: a MM Cartridge made from about 1970-1 .......

38: But but but.... why ? (8.08)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2011-06-11, 13:31:37 (174.51.211.143)
When I got into vinyl only a couple years ago, everyone told me that MC cartridges would produce the best results. I was under the impression that MM's were for beginners.... not unlike training wheel .......

39: RE: Now that I have 2 turntables available to spin LPs on, it seems logical to ask.... (8.07)
Posted by jnr on 2012-03-11, 16:40:06 (24.7.104.59)
Doesn't it have a selector switch for MM/MC. If so are you using a MM for both tables. If so it is probably possible to bypass to wire the preamp to skip the MC and give you two MM. I have two MM inpu .......

40: Because they say to use an MM input you assumed it was MM but ... (8.07)
Posted by garth on 2005-09-15, 18:08:52 (67.138.193.187)
as J.D. briefly says it is a MC cartridge. 0.9mV output is borderline low for most MM phonostages whch typically have 30-40dB gain. A typical "real" MM is more like 3-5mV output. I am not that familia .......

41: Re: I'm the first person in the USA to (8.06)
Posted by jc2000 on 2007-04-23, 19:27:12 (72.165.55.97)
You're the first? I might have to jump in my time machine and fix that.... Seriously, I'm looking forward to hearing your impressions of cartridge. Like you, I'm wondering how a new MM design works. I .......

42: Perfectly good arm for MM cartridge (8.04)
Posted by jbangelfish on 2005-01-23, 11:16:09 (24.159.238.94)
I'm using one now as a reserve unit on my reserve unit AR turntable. I've actually been pleasantly surprised as to how good this sounds. I'm using it with a Grado F1+1 MM (old but NOS) cartridge and a .......

43: Try Jico's SAS MM-1 phono cartridge (8.03)
Posted by 3Fates on 2009-08-01, 14:23:55 (68.174.33.169)
Probably the best new MM cartridge I have ever purchased. A terrific bargain. .......

44: Re: Sorry, posted wrongly. (NT) (8.03)
Posted by Simon Linton on 2000-07-23, 01:26:51 (212.56.33.10)
The Trak is definitely an early Linn cartridge - MC almost certainly. Obviously, check the stylus before use. The Goldring Electra is a budget MM, you could do a lot better with a 1022 for not much mo .......

45: MC cartridge with 834P MM phono stage (8.03)
Posted by BRab on 2005-02-03, 07:23:57 (141.117.64.43)
I'd like to try out an MC cartridge with my basic EAR 834P MM (no MC) but without initially investing in step-ups etc. I've read in the asylum that the 834P MM has enough gain for a medium output MC b .......

46: RE: EXACT is a moving magnet cartridge... (7.94)
Posted by mike555 on 2013-08-01, 04:50:55 (72.94.189.200)
Hi. Thanks for the replies. Nope this is not the issue. The McIntosh preamp only has an input for an MM cartridge. My cartridge, the Rega Exact 2, is an MM cartridge. The McIntosh preamp does not allo .......

47: RE: Do you realign your cartridge after changing VTA? (7.94)
Posted by John Elison on 2021-07-14, 13:09:30 (192.181.133.141)
Misalignment causes the null-points to change. If you raise the base of a level 230-mm effective length tonearm by 5-mm, this causes each null-point to change by 0.541-mm, which is insignificant in my .......

48: MM Cartridge. How good do they get? (7.94)
Posted by T&T on 2006-02-15, 09:05:22 (208.24.128.34)
I'm considering the purchase of an integrated amp that has a built in MM phono stage. My current cartridge is a Linn Adikt/Rega P5 MM and I am not happy with the sound. After a year of vinyl and no di .......

49: The only way for sure to know is.... (7.94)
Posted by kuma on 2015-02-10, 09:48:50 (108.223.234.63)
have two identical cartridges with one with low another with high output voltage and play back in the same system. Also, it's possible that some phonostage/system are better suited for low output cart .......

50: YOUR OWN numbers provide the answer to your question. (7.92)
Posted by B.K. on 2010-01-18, 02:49:36 (84.203.48.238)
You mounted your tonearm at 214 mm from the spindle, and aligned it to acheive an effective length of 232 mm. This is accroding to the information in YOUR OWN post below. YOUR OWN cartridge could have .......

51: please advice on the use of high output MC cartridge in MM phono stage (7.91)
Posted by paul on 2000-10-03, 13:27:49 (147.8.86.88)
i am a beginer in vinly and am going to get a high output MC cartridge for use with my MM tube phono stage. i found while the output voltage of my current MM cartridge is 5mV, the output voltage of mo .......

52: Re: Sumiko Pro Ject (7.91)
Posted by jnhvac on 2005-01-14, 19:23:09 (216.249.105.234)
Check to see if the amp specifies MM Moving Magnet, Or MC Moving Coil. If it specifies both you are set. If it only specifies MM then most likely the Project 1.2 being a low end TT will have either a .......

53: RE: Thank you for the history lesson (7.91)
Posted by John Elison on 2014-04-13, 14:24:12 (98.23.31.170)
> I look forward to cartridge alignment about as much as I do extensive dental work. I know what you mean. Nobody looks forward to cartridge alignment. The best part about it is getting it right bec .......

54: I know moeny is tight at the mikel ranch these days, but for a mere $230... (7.90)
Posted by Ivan303 on 2010-03-08, 20:59:18 (69.228.195.226)
Mike can take a step UP, I'd bet, to the Jico MM-1, which sports an even better line contact profile(r/R 2.5/75um). Or I could offer to bring mine up for a "Cheap MM Cartridge Challenge". I agree to f .......

55: Gram Amp Phono good to start with? (7.90)
Posted by f155mph on 2004-09-02, 14:36:01 (140.254.49.66)
Hello, More newbie questions. I read that the Gram Amp 2 SE is a great little phono. Does anyone have one and is this true? If so where can I get one at(can't find it anywhere beside the UK and I look .......

56: Re: This is interesting as I'm setting up a Rega now... (7.87)
Posted by John Elison on 2007-04-13, 10:55:27 (74.140.141.219)
If you plan to use Baerwald's alignment with null-points at 66-mm and 121-mm, I would recommend mounting your tonearm at 219.5-mm so the cartridge sits more-or-less in the middle of the headshell slot .......

57: Re: What happens when you hook up a MM to MC phono? (7.87)
Posted by Paul Tobin on 2004-12-13, 15:54:04 (202.162.69.136)
Either scenario *may* work, it will depend on the output of the individual cartridge, the required impedance matching, gain of the phono stage, overload margins etc. Running a high output MM cartridge .......

58: cartridge alignment (7.86)
Posted by afg on 2004-05-24, 05:02:52 (203.197.24.195)
I have ordered a turntablebasics cartridge alingment tool. However, I have one simple/silly problem. I can't seem to find a wrench of the right size to loosen the bolt on the headshell. This is a NAD5 .......

59: MC transformer question (7.85)
Posted by YC on 2001-08-10, 08:20:11 (203.211.24.33)
As I understand it: MC cartridge -> Step-up transformer -> Phono pre-amp -> amp MM cartridge -> Phono preamp -> amp So if I have a MM cartridge, can I connect it this way? MM-cartridge -> step up tra .......

60: Is a MM phone stage compatable with a MC cartridge (7.85)
Posted by groove on 2006-05-16, 15:37:46 (198.57.19.100)
Greetings All, New to vinyl and still learning: If the gain of the MM phono stage output is sufficient for your MC cartridge - can you run a MC set up through a MM phono stage? Thanks for the help!! .......

61: Re: COULD someone please tell me (easy question) WHAT MC AND MM MEAN? (7.83)
Posted by Prism on 2001-02-21, 08:10:20 (194.100.165.142)
(or am i wrong about this and its all in the cartridge?) It IS all in the cartridge. MC and MM are just operating principles, nothing to do with the turntable. Cartridges typically used with the Tech .......

62: RE: The best MM cartridge to buy??? (7.83)
Posted by Shane from AUS on 2008-09-16, 17:47:34 (202.68.76.194)
To be honest Huk, I expect my expensive MC's to cream the MM's. That is why I want to try a reasonably cheap MM that over achieves and see if the sound takes my fancy at all. .......

63: Re: GRADO 8MZ,,,,, MOVING COIL OR MOVING MAGNET?? (7.83)
Posted by garth on 2001-06-03, 15:50:31 (205.188.192.51)
The MCX is a moving iron type cartridge that "behaves" like a MM. Input impedance is 47Kohms capacitance is not critical. Output is 1.5mv which is low for a MM cartridge. This is a rather old Grado bu .......

64: You should also check out the Cartridge Man MM Cartridge (7.81)
Posted by cohnaudio on 2003-12-30, 14:19:38 (195.137.34.243)
I have hear it and it is wonderful. Take a look at 6 moons for a recent review. I think there have been a few other reviews lately as well. If I ever went back to MM, I would give it serious considera .......

65: Re: Breaking in a JD-9 (7.81)
Posted by bjh on 2006-03-01, 22:16:56 (64.231.112.104)
Make sure you've got it setup properly, gain and cartridge loading. If you're using a MM cartridge you might also try the optional capacitance loading options; also if a MM cartridge make sure to use .......

66: New Linn MM Cartridge? (7.80)
Posted by welly on 2001-06-07, 18:18:38 (12.13.226.13)
just in case anyone is interested, I e-mailed linn asking about MM cartridges to go with my Akito/LP12. The reply I received is as follows: "Linn are currently looking into a new MM cartridge, however .......

67: What is the cartridge voltage output a MM circuit needs to sound good? (7.80)
Posted by gonzo on 2007-08-28, 14:35:25 (71.192.42.213)
I have MM cartridges with 4-5 mV or slightly higher outputs. Do HOMC cartridges have enough output to sound their best with a MM circuit or do you need a different resistence as well? Is there a thres .......

68: Any harm in using MM on an MC input? (7.78)
Posted by Sylvian on 2000-09-17, 21:16:57 (206.172.71.56)
My turntable has an MM cartridge installed, but I accidentally hit the MM/MC switch on my integrated amp and set it to "MC", and I was amazed at how great it sounded, until I found out why! The bass o .......

69: Re: Demagnetize cartridge? (7.78)
Posted by agattu on 2002-01-03, 16:28:26 (209.193.54.107)
Don't zap your cartridge with a z-stat, you could mess up the magnets, resulting in buzzing from your cart. Your Goldring cartridge is a MM type and doesn't need demagnetizing anyway. I've using MM ca .......

70: Re: RB300/Benz w/Pete Riggle vtaf alignment problem (7.78)
Posted by audiophileman2002 on 2007-04-20, 07:30:02 (71.163.0.25)
Although both arms have identical spindle to pivot distance of 222 mm, their eff. lengths and overhang are different. The U3 has 233 mm & 11 mm overhang while the rb 300 has a 237 effective length and .......

71: RE: regarding MC vs. MM... (7.77)
Posted by Crazy Dave on 2012-11-06, 15:09:23 (38.118.25.194)
I used MC's for a while and now I am back to MM's. I think setup has a lot to do with it. With MM's you have to optimize loading and arm mass. If you just drop a MM in a MC optimized system, you will .......

72: RE: Dailing in the SL1200 (7.76)
Posted by John Elison on 2016-03-28, 10:53:43 (74.130.29.193)
Setting the stylus at 52-mm from the plug with the cartridge aligned squarely in the headshell yields the Technics alignment with null-point radii of 58.8-mm and 113.5-mm. Your paper protractor obviou .......

73: RE: Carts - how high does VPI Classic 1 scale? (7.76)
Posted by Ex Lion Tamer on 2013-09-14, 07:51:14 (174.93.171.241)
Isn't the Ortofon 2M black a MM cartridge - can (should) one use a step-up transformer even with a MM cartridge? Thanks for the help. .......

74: Best Sounding MM Cartridge (7.76)
Posted by majick47 on 2007-07-25, 19:20:17 (76.24.106.17)
Best sounding MM cartridge has to be the Grace Ruby. .......

75: cartridge upgrade from OM5e (7.75)
Posted by Jive Turkey on 2010-05-17, 15:14:11 (76.213.206.227)
Help me out if you can, please. I have a Pioneer PL-518 Direct Drive table with an Ortofon OM5e cartridge and I use a Pro-ject II outboard phono stage (adjustable between MM and MC). I'm going to upgr .......

76: RE: A Question for our Alignment Experts (7.74)
Posted by John Elison on 2008-08-06, 13:55:21 (74.131.97.171)
Your tonearm uses a slightly different alignment than the Turntable Basics alignment protractor. The alignment null-points of the Turntable Basics alignment protractor are 66-mm and 120.9-mm from the .......

77: High-output MC through an MC stage instead of MM? (7.74)
Posted by Garven on 2008-02-21, 10:26:59 (206.47.159.101)
In a recent discussion on the Steve Hoffman forum, someone mentioned about improved sound when playing a high-output MC cartridge (in the specific case a Denon DL-160) through the MC section of a MM/M .......

78: Favorite MM's (7.73)
Posted by Caspyr on 2007-07-17, 21:33:48 (71.113.26.62)
New table with new Morch DP-6 12" ordered. Need to decide on arm mass and cartridge. Gotta stay MM right now as I have blown the budget and have no step up unless I use an old Carver pre I have sittin .......

79: RE: Feedback Problem (7.73)
Posted by Tre' on 2017-12-18, 16:34:29 (76.90.39.24)
I did look that up. I think the rated compliance must be at 100Hz vs 10Hz. I've never heard of a MM cartridge with low compliance. I would bet money that his Denon cartridge is lower compliance than t .......

80: What would happen when you mix MM cartridge with a MC phono (7.72)
Posted by MichaelWC on 2005-01-27, 23:52:29 (161.114.228.150)
Hi, I'm a newbie when it comes to Vinyl so excuse my silly question. I would like to know what would happen if you use a MM cartridge with a MC phono. I have just digged up an old AKAI turntable with .......

81: Re: What would happen when you mix MM cartridge with a MC phono (7.72)
Posted by Neil49 on 2005-01-28, 00:12:18 (70.17.102.53)
The MM cartridge will overload the MC stage, rendering any signal unlistenable, depending, of course, on the degree of mismatch between the cartridge's output and the phono's sensitivity. Generally, i .......

82: RE: Can MM carts be as good as the MCs? (7.71)
Posted by Whell on 2008-12-24, 08:50:28 (198.246.222.7)
Cost is a huge variable here. MM cartridges can be as cheap as $30 or so, and the best MC cartridge prices can get stratospheric. If we're looking in the $200 - $300 range, and the race would be fair .......

83: RE: Thoughts on a Grace F9L or R cartridge!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (7.67)
Posted by MUN on 2012-01-11, 17:31:45 (70.111.114.77)
lovely cartridge..quite a bit of magic to it.. most mm cartridge are greyish -- but this has quite a bit of color (not coloration) to it. its only downside is that bass (unlike most mm) is bit weak. i .......

84: Re: Most read SL-1200MK2 overhang findings. (7.66)
Posted by John Elison on 2006-06-09, 15:05:04 (74.131.230.137)
By my calculations, the greatest change in distance from stylus deflection would be just under 0.2-mm. This would be a cartridge with a 6-mm cantilever that deflects from 24.9-degrees to 20-degrees VT .......

85: Link to AT Moving magnet AT-150MLX (7.66)
Posted by gware on 2002-11-19, 21:14:27 (203.216.48.189)
Ted in NJ, I use this MM myself and consider it the best of the MM's I've tried. I changed preamps a few months back and lost the MC stepup my previous Pre had built in This has a microlinear tip .......

86: RE: That wasn't my point (7.65)
Posted by John Elison on 2014-08-07, 06:55:43 (98.23.23.236)
I'm curious what cartridge you used in your test. The reason I ask is because I can believe that MM cartridges might be significantly more susceptible to this due to their ultra high inductance. I hav .......

87: Re: Null points and alignment (7.64)
Posted by John Elison on 2007-04-14, 05:15:38 (74.140.141.219)
I would suggest moving the cartridge forward in the headshell and turning it inward slightly so you can use Baerwald's alignment of 66-mm and 121-mm. The new values would be: Effective Length = 239.3- .......

88: Re: Which MC has a good trackability? (7.63)
Posted by Jim Bookhard on 2000-01-16, 17:21:28 (38.32.89.190)
RB, I doubt that you will get any "flames" concerning the Shure V15 considering that it is not a MC cartridge, but is a moving magnet (MM) cartridge, so the Shure is not relevant to your question. MC .......

89: RE: 78 tonearm ? (7.63)
Posted by JimL on 2009-02-16, 13:13:42 (75.146.141.145)
At a minimum you'll want to have a tonearm with detachable headshells so you can switch between your 78 cartridge and your stereo/LP cartridge. This is true even if you are using the same cartridge, b .......

90: Re: Using MM Preamp for MC Cartridge (7.61)
Posted by Wendell Narrod on 2006-02-14, 09:20:34 (72.245.93.84)
A MM stage is fine for that cartridge. Most MC stages will provide too much gain for the Blue Point. .......

91: RE: len gregory contact (7.61)
Posted by mnawaz3@aol.com on 2015-06-21, 19:40:31 (71.187.75.216)
Hi there yes ..i hqve his mm cartridge. However I am curious as tovwhat he would do with some jap cartridges that i hqve. I like the stylus he uses on mm cartridge. .......

92: About MM cartridge channel imbalance... (7.61)
Posted by Otis W on 2009-05-31, 19:13:58 (67.150.123.12)
To what is a MM cartridge's channel imbalance attributed? Is it the magnets in the body of the cartridge, or is it more likely to be the fault of a bum stylus? I don't have a spare stylus, so I can't .......

93: Can you use a MM cartridge in a MC phono stage? (7.60)
Posted by Toddd on 2008-12-10, 13:51:01 (146.115.122.89)
Hello, The title says it all. I have a MC phono stage, and the cartridge I currently use has about 0.5v output. What would happen if I tried a MM cartridge that has 4.0v sensitivity? Will this work, i .......

94: Phono stage question (7.58)
Posted by studly1 on 2003-06-18, 03:33:25 (67.75.200.122)
Quite often when rating a phono stage the manufacturers will make a claim for it being a MM or MM/MC capable. Wouldn't it be more helpful if they simply stated what amount of gain it will supply and w .......

95: RE: it'll work into a MM (7.58)
Posted by bruckner9 on 2011-02-05, 13:48:31 (74.100.83.193)
lol...it's not "that" old of a cartridge! but hey, it has TONS of output, and for all intents and purposes, will work as fine as any MM cartridge in your phono stage. .......

96: Please Recommend A MM (or MI) Cartridge ......... (7.57)
Posted by abs1 on 2014-03-10, 10:32:10 (184.166.4.36)
...... with an msrp up to about $750 that has a sound very similar to the Denon DL-103R MC cartridge, if in fact a cartridge like this actually exists. A rugged build, medium compliance with a readily .......

97: Re: X5-MC VTA & Suspension (7.57)
Posted by MAS on 2003-12-13, 14:48:41 (24.167.203.160)
I used the X5 for about a year and I was very happy with it. The cartridge was level to the record. This meant using a 2 mm spacer between the arm and plinth to raise the arm. I don't recall the clear .......

98: Re: I've Had Two Of The Components You Have Mentioned: (7.56)
Posted by John Elison on 2005-04-09, 12:54:07 (12.222.238.185)
If you consider the Shure V15VxMR a good entry level MM cartridge, I'm curious as to what you would consider a high-end level MM cartridge. I guess my curiousity stems from the fact that I always thou .......

99: RE: So are you going to switch to a MM cartridge? (7.56)
Posted by Frank I on 2009-10-02, 10:34:00 (68.32.151.53)
I just replaced the Benz Micro original Glider which needs a retip with ta Ortofon Red MM. The Glider is warmer more detailed and better in every respect. However I pd 600 for the Glide new ones are 1 .......

100: RE: And let's not forget the phonostage (7.55)
Posted by John Elison on 2017-01-04, 20:06:47 (74.130.29.193)
Well, I plan to buy another MM cartridge. I'm waiting for the new line of Audio Technica cartridge to become available. The last MM cartridge I owned was the Shure V15VxMR and I didn't like it as much .......

101: RE: DV XX2 MkII ------) ?? MM (7.55)
Posted by MusicHead 2 on 2009-12-11, 19:51:34 (70.66.129.106)
Yes I own a XX2 MkII, not looking to get rid of it just curious if a quality MM would outperform the XX2 MkII. It's the phono/cartridge match that becomes critical with MCs, I understand it's not the .......

102: re: cartridge for Alexandria (7.54)
Posted by Bryon on 2001-07-16, 13:59:33 (139.142.171.195)
Hi I have an old Oracle Alexandria turntable with the stock oracle arm purchased in the early eighties. The cartridge that is presently on the table (a mission moving coil of the same vintage) finally .......

103: Yes, the effective length is adjustable to a small degree.... (7.54)
Posted by John Elison on 2008-05-16, 11:15:42 (74.131.97.171)
Normally we are talking about +/- 3-mm regarding headshell slots. In this case the difference is 222 - 215 = 7-mm. There is no possible way that a cartridge can be in perfect alignment at a mounting d .......

104: Re: Same protractor for all arm lengths. The problem is ... (7.53)
Posted by Sea Monster on 2006-09-09, 18:39:18 (218.102.77.98)
I used vinyleengine's Baerwald protractor. The null points are 66 mm and 120 mm from the spindle center. The Ikeda headshell is not fit for any third party cartridge so I use an Orsonic AV 101 B head .......

105: Re: Cartridge set up advice? (7.53)
Posted by Klaus on 2000-01-24, 01:19:30 (212.206.88.5)
From the data I have obtained on a different forum for the rega arms : effective length : 240 mm overhang : 17.24 mm offset angle : 22.92 deg mounting center distance : 222.76 mm If you then take a ga .......

106: Thanks... (7.53)
Posted by JefferyK on 2004-02-03, 16:24:20 (198.38.46.73)
Just trying to figure out which jack to use on my phono stage, the MC or the MM. Based on the cartridge's other specs, I got the impression I should use the MM jack, but the MM jack wants an output of .......

107: Re: Phono Stage for LP12/MM - anything other than Linto/MC? (7.52)
Posted by andyr on 2004-03-17, 02:55:56 (203.51.138.100)
Hi, JBC, I have an LP12 (tho' I traded in my Valhalla on a Lingo). I also have both a MM cartridge (my "second" one ... to be used when my "first" cartridge goes in for re-tipping every few years, as .......

108: RE: Matching low output moving coil cartridge to SUT (7.51)
Posted by John Elison on 2018-01-20, 19:29:55 (192.180.236.80)
> I have owned and used many MC cartridges from koetsu to shure mm's with my very wideband speakers I really like the shure v15's This is your personal preference. I have also owned many MC cartridg .......

109: MM Cartridge for EMT 950 (7.50)
Posted by taviran on 2007-10-20, 23:37:27 (89.138.240.213)
I have just bought an EMT 950 with the MM phono stage and I'm looking for recommendations for a MM cartridge that fits the 929 tonearm. Headshell is the TSD-G and my budget for the cartridge is around .......

110: it'll work into a MM (7.50)
Posted by KT88 on 2011-02-05, 10:53:50 (141.152.70.191)
The 10x4 is a pretty old cartridge though. You'll have to turn up the volume a bit more than with a MM cartridge to get the same output level, otherwise it's a nice sounding combo. -Bill .......

111: RE: MM cartridge recommendations (=$1k (7.49)
Posted by MannyE on 2019-10-19, 19:55:59 (108.235.157.25)
I have to say that for almost 20 years I've been consistently amazed by Goldring MM carts. They are well within your budget (especially the MM) and with my MMF-5 and Sony PS-X5 have surprised many exp .......

112: Re: I just made a gauge with the following nulls (7.49)
Posted by John Elison on 2006-04-16, 16:25:39 (12.211.53.4)
I was simply commenting on a small error in calculating the outer alignment null-point made by thinker10. As far as your alignment is concerned, I believe that if you use the Technics gauge to set t .......

113: This is a religious argument ... (7.49)
Posted by andyr on 2006-03-06, 03:07:31 (143.238.18.119)
and each "faith" believes their way of doing things is the only way to sonic nirvana!! I personally, think the "advice" you read is crap ... but you have to ponder what IS a so-called "MM phono stage" .......

114: MC cartridges are NOT current sources... (7.48)
Posted by John Elison on 2014-01-25, 16:52:32 (98.23.25.147)
Both MM and MC cartridges are electromagnetic generators and all electromagnetic generators are voltage sources. A current source is more of a theoretical device than something that actually exists ex .......

115: Re: mount heavy headshell with MM cart? (7.48)
Posted by Jim Bookhard on 2000-11-09, 18:48:51 (63.11.89.144)
"Generally for MM carts, is it true that it should be mounted with a feather-light headshell?" Only if the cartridge is also a low mass, "feather-light" cartridge. In other words, a low mass arm shou .......

116: RE: Alignment (7.48)
Posted by John Elison on 2018-04-24, 11:08:32 (192.180.236.80)
The effective length is supposed to be 255-mm and the mounting distance is supposed to be 240-mm. The mounting distance is the distance from the center of the platter spindle to the tonearm pivot. If .......

117: Re: BLUE POINT SPECIAL WITH MM STAGE (7.47)
Posted by Mike on 2001-09-19, 13:02:22 (150.215.40.17)
The Gado isn't a MM cartridge. In fact, it's a moving flux design. The BPS is a high-output MC design and is designed to be used with standard MM phono stages. .......

118: Next MM cartridge step up from the AT440mla (7.47)
Posted by gonzo on 2007-08-18, 08:48:09 (71.192.42.213)
I like this cartridge, tracks incredibly well, and makes alot of lousy looking surfaces sound surprisingly quiet. On my system, a Pioneer pl 570 (the old heavy one), kenwood ka-907, and JBL 4430s, (al .......

119: Re: moving magnet cartridge recommendation needed (7.46)
Posted by LarryI on 2006-02-09, 15:43:32 (65.205.15.210)
Are you looking for something cheaper, or just thinking about a MM cartridge out of curiosity, or is there something you did not like about the sound of the Benz? What kind of sound are you looking fo .......

120: RE: Please Recommend A MM (or MI) Cartridge ......... (7.46)
Posted by Goober58 on 2014-03-10, 16:40:27 (70.166.121.142)
I thought the Arum Beta was by far the my favorite low priced cartridge that I have ever owned. The better the table the wider the margin of it's superiority. The 103r was a great cartridge too and fo .......

121: RE: Audio Technica MG-10 Magnesium Headshell (7.44)
Posted by John Elison on 2014-09-19, 23:22:45 (98.19.156.203)
I think you have a misconception about the importance of overhang. If you take a 9-inch tonearm aligned for null-points of 66-mm and 121-mm, and you increase overhang by just one-millimeter while keep .......

122: RE: Yamaha PX-2 Fixed and better than new; Thanks to fellow Asylum members. (7.44)
Posted by R&T on 2008-01-31, 18:06:06 (68.252.35.13)
Phono Stage is in my Linn Preamp (LK-1). It seems to have good MM and MC stages. I used a MM Ortofon OM10 for many years (15+ years). Then I finally upgraded to an MC (special order from Japan for .......

123: Moving coil price point ? (7.43)
Posted by gonzo on 2007-11-01, 13:14:10 (66.152.203.18)
I have some good MM cartridges and have wondered about trying a MC cartridge. Is there a basic price point for a quality cartridge. The MMs seem to be a very good bang for the buck and can be excellen .......

124: Re: A little help here, are you too high or too low? (7.43)
Posted by sodapal@gmail.com on 2006-03-04, 01:43:51 (70.176.46.68)
Too high, I guess. The ring reads 2.8 mm when it cannot be turned any lower and 6 mm + at it's peak. At the 2.8 mm setting, the red line's height is about twice that. I guess I should add that I'm not .......

125: RE: Yamaha PF-800 cartridge alignment help (7.43)
Posted by John Elison on 2011-04-18, 20:57:53 (98.23.20.172)
If you go to the Library in the Vinyl Engine, you can find the specifications of the Yamaha PF-800 and also download the manual. The tonearm supposedly has the following specifications. Mounting dis .......

126: Re: Where is the love for MM? (7.42)
Posted by speyer on 2006-12-18, 23:02:16 (66.188.162.113)
An old time MM fan here. I've flirted with several MCs (although I have heard several mega buck ones in showrooms, I have not auditioned one in my system, my budget is mid-range) and always have come .......

127: Feedback Problem (7.41)
Posted by stereo5 on 2017-12-17, 16:12:32 (71.174.212.17)
My analog rig is a VPI Prime turntable which HAD a ZU/Denon DL103 low output mc cartridge. It sits on top of my rack on a 4 inch thick air dried Maple platform. With this set up, I NEVER had any acous .......

128: Unfortunately, the people recommending different VTA are correct. (7.38)
Posted by hukkfinn on 2005-01-25, 05:09:50 (64.63.208.242)
4 mm is too high. Whatever the cartridge, you need to bring it back down to 2 mm. 4 mm on a Rega will cause Shrill-City. Sorry! But, it's really not much work at all. You just need a really big wrenc .......

129: MM vs. MC Advantages (7.38)
Posted by jcmusic on 2006-12-17, 13:16:11 (70.180.87.145)
I am now using a MM cartridge, what advantages would there be if any for me to go to a MC cartridge? .......

130: Which current production MM cartridge souds like the Andante P-76? (7.38)
Posted by kuma on 2010-04-11, 23:04:43 (24.12.238.136)
A friend lent me a Sumiko Andante P76 and I am having a fun with it. A google search brought up nothing in terms of its replacement stylus and it seems it's completely obsolete. I've been trying ou .......

131: Re: Here's my understanding (long) (7.37)
Posted by soundbug1 on 2003-02-24, 11:51:41 (68.9.127.240)
The sound difference between a good MC and the best MM is incredible. I dont know why. I do know that the MC cartridges are much "quicker" than the MM carts. I hear more detail in the cartridge becaus .......

132: RE: What happens if you demagnetize a MM cartridge? (7.36)
Posted by John Elison on 2008-05-10, 11:10:17 (74.131.97.171)
If it truly is a MM cartridge, then removing the stylus assembly also removes the magnets. You can demagnetize the coils and cores in the body when the magnets are removed and it might improve sound q .......

133: RE: Technics 1200 arm & Jelco alignment (7.34)
Posted by John Elison on 2011-01-15, 14:23:44 (173.190.21.194)
I think you will probably have to realign the cartridge when switching tonearms. It is unlikely that they will both have the exact same alignment. Even 1-mm difference in mounting distance or effectiv .......

134: RE: Okay! Thanks! (7.34)
Posted by Analog Bob on 2013-02-15, 13:04:29 (71.77.239.137)
I just measured my Koetsu Azule without snapping off the cantilever. The distance from the centerline of the bolt holes to the forward edge of the cartridge is 14 mm. The tip of the needle is 4 mm aft .......

135: RE: Best Material for Rega P9 Turntable Plinth (7.34)
Posted by StephenJK on 2013-12-12, 04:04:22 (207.236.104.194)
The problem with that is the tonearm will end up at least 3 to 4 mm higher than it is now. Depending on the cartridge I run, this could result in not being able to go low enough. Then, I would either .......

136: What is the best MM match for Micro Seiki BL-91/SME 3009 (7.33)
Posted by hsuha on 2001-12-19, 21:59:12 (195.87.87.35)
I just bought this TT with SME 3009 arm on.(950$)I need suggestions for a MM cartridge .I have a VAC Avatar integrated amplifier and it has a MM pre on it. .......

137: Cartridge loading for MM ??? yes/no ??? (7.32)
Posted by newsman on 2000-10-15, 07:37:57 (12.79.215.235)
Advice needed on whether or which loading settings are needed, if at all, for my B and O MMC2 Moving Magnet cartridge. The cartridge is feeding an Ensemble Phonomaster MM/MC phono stage, with adjustab .......

138: Re: Need a cartridge for a modded Technics SL-1200 Mk2 (7.32)
Posted by LKDog on 2004-12-24, 10:54:17 (12.217.163.166)
From a search I found this info about the MF A 300 phono stage: "VERY good phono stage (MM and MC, 37dB and 60dB of gain, 47k and 100R loading)." Another thread stated: "The MM impedance is 47KOhms an .......

139: IMO, this has more to do with the cartridge than the table... (7.32)
Posted by tvad on 2007-02-23, 18:09:02 (67.101.109.28)
Stanton MM is warmer than Shure MM for example. FWIW, I have a Thorens TD160 MK II table on E-Bay. It is nearly new, and I have lubed the bearing and adjusted the platter level. All you need is a warm .......

140: Re: Cartridge Alignment (7.32)
Posted by John Elison on 2006-02-11, 12:17:11 (12.211.53.4)
Do you have VPI's alignment template. If so, measure the distance from the center of the spindle hole to the stylus alignment point. I've been told it is 68-mm. However, changing it to 66-mm doesn't b .......

141: RE: new cartridge (7.32)
Posted by John-from Seattle on 2019-07-12, 09:21:36 (131.191.40.204)
the problem is, the cartridge output voltage needs to match your phono stage. Most high output MC carts are at the low end of the MM cart range so they can work on the MM side of a phono stage, but th .......

142: Clarify - MM cartridge? (7.31)
Posted by littlebobby on 2010-04-15, 11:58:33 (70.251.66.91)
Could you clarify why you say you're looking for MM? Grado isn't MM. If it's for relatively high output, you can get that from high-output MC. .......

143: A dealer mate of mine nails it, IMO ... (7.31)
Posted by andyr on 2009-09-09, 05:06:54 (58.175.51.30)
He would always say, when yet another LOMC was released " There goes another great-sounding cartridge that nobody is going to hear at its best !" The reason is ... because LOMCs need a phono stage whi .......

144: MM cartridge demagnitization using tape head unit? (7.30)
Posted by Dan on 2001-03-02, 18:23:29 (64.111.73.125)
Hello! I have heard that a person can use a small electric demagnitizer of the type used on tape heads to demagnitize a MM phono cartridge. Just remove the stylus assembly, hold the wand end very clos .......

145: RE: vta and mounting for a rega rb-300 with rega cartridge? (7.30)
Posted by John Elison on 2010-12-18, 21:01:14 (173.190.23.13)
I don't think VTA is as much of a concern as using the 3-point mounting system with an improper mounting distance of 223-mm. By my calculations, the alignment null-points will be 52.8-mm and 121.9-mm .......

146: Let's be practical. (7.30)
Posted by Ted in NJ on 2002-12-04, 08:29:41 (208.31.91.100)
The practical difference, as mentioned below, is that most MM carts have a higher output than MC carts, which means the MM's are much quieter. Even so-called "high-output" MC's are only about half the .......

147: RE: Also... (7.29)
Posted by John Elison on 2010-01-23, 12:30:30 (74.131.106.247)
As with any other tonearm, you can change the intended alignment of the SME by altering the cartridge offset angle. Therefore, fear not! If you want a 66-mm/121-mm alignment for the 309, it is very ea .......

148: Re: MC cartridge for Linn/Thorens (7.29)
Posted by Murray on 2005-04-25, 07:46:57 (132.185.240.122)
OK. Tbh my pre-amp has MC boards inside it and I'm really weighing up the pros and cons of either getting MM boards for the amp and sticking with MM or sticking with the MC boards and changing over to .......

149: RE: No backup cartridge? Blasphemy I say! Repent! nt (7.28)
Posted by Jsawyer09 on 2013-01-28, 13:28:14 (75.161.142.6)
Everyone's worthy of a backup cartridge! I typically have three on-hand at all times, even if they've changed altogether due to playback/tonearm 'upgrades' to meet the right synergy. They typically co .......

150: RE: Sibilance Problem.. caused by MM? (7.28)
Posted by Bigromano on 2011-03-12, 18:16:27 (24.78.231.109)
You can't mean all MM have a problem with sibilance? Every time I have had this problem it has been the result of cartridge alignment. Get the cartridge set up correctly and it goes away. .......

151: RE: Switch as Necessary for Listening Enjoyment (7.28)
Posted by tketcham on 2009-10-02, 20:20:03 (64.139.100.28)
That's actually what I'd be doing. I have two turntables and I'd set one of them up with the MM cartridge and keep my favorite LOMC cartridge on the other table. The subject line was meant to catch th .......

152: Re: Please see my response to anumber1 below... (7.28)
Posted by T&T on 2006-05-04, 19:52:04 (69.255.21.221)
OK, your not the first to recommend the Virtuoso wood. I've read a lot about it. Has anyone heard the Clearaudio Maestro? I believe it's a MM cartridge as well. ( for a couple more $$$) If MM cartridg .......

153: read this ;) (7.27)
Posted by dean man jim on 2011-06-11, 15:08:36 (71.38.72.243)
Believe it or not, there are some who own stables of $2-$5K cartridges who also prefer some vintage MM; link attached.... .......

154: not transformers for MM to MM (7.27)
Posted by J.D. on 2004-03-17, 13:43:55 (4.62.164.14)
Hi B, Are you using a passive linestage or something ? What's the gain on the phonostage ? Pretty much without exception, 5.0mV is definitely *plenty* of source voltage to drive most known MM stages. .......

155: A good question.... (7.27)
Posted by kuma on 2019-10-18, 22:15:30 (73.211.245.90)
How would this compare to a mid-range mm cart like the Goldring 1012 GX? I have not heard that particular Goldring so I don't know how the AT F7 fairs against it. In the past I thought I am better o .......

156: Re: MC Vs MM (7.27)
Posted by DaveV on 2004-02-17, 07:56:10 (205.188.208.9)
Headshell covered the basic differences. A non user replaceable stylus is the most negative feature of MC's to me yet I use them. Which is better, MM or MC? That's like asking are tubes or transistors .......

157: Re: Cartridge alignment - almost (7.27)
Posted by analog Eric on 2001-07-28, 18:23:59 (205.156.180.42)
It would result in the cartridge being parallel @ 1 point and only that point. Not any good. With only one point you can have the cartridge parallel to the groove but the over hang WAAAAY off. What yo .......

158: If you have a really good MM stage.. (7.27)
Posted by SnaggS on 2006-08-28, 18:51:35 (202.3.133.71)
then I don't think you need to worry about wasting it. Just buy a really really good transformer, and get a Koetsu or something like that. A MC stage is just a MM stage with a transformer in one case .......

159: Another way of looking at it... (7.27)
Posted by tketcham on 2008-05-17, 16:44:17 (64.139.100.28)
If his tonearm has a pivot to spindle distance of 215 mm and assuming he's setting the turntable up for Baerwald alignment, then the effective length is 233 mm (232.8 mm). As long as the cartridge can .......

160: Here's a recommendation (7.26)
Posted by john dem on 2002-10-12, 19:14:54 (64.19.148.245)
Use the MM input for a MM cartridge. .......

161: RE: No much gain in phono section. (7.26)
Posted by P Fowler on 2009-01-22, 17:45:27 (99.11.253.71)
Several possibilities involving the cartridge... First, is it possible you have a moving coil cartridge? If so the DH110 is only setup for moving magnet carts and there won't be enough gain for the MC .......

162: Need help with cartridge purchase...need experts. (7.26)
Posted by T&T on 2006-09-24, 17:03:07 (69.255.21.221)
All, I am in need of a new cartridge and really need help. I am really confused. First, I currently use a Rega P5/Linn Adikt MM with a Audionote Meishu integrated amplifier. (Built in MM phonostage) I .......

163: Cartridge for newbie. (7.25)
Posted by Crunch on 2003-11-11, 17:48:53 (202.134.91.98)
Hi all!! I finally picked up a mint condition Denon DP-59L yesterday night and I'm looking for a good beginner's cartridge to fool around with. My Denon came with a Ortofon MC-15 MKII, but since I'm a .......

164: The Rega RP6 sitting a few feet from the Technics... (7.25)
Posted by Ivan303 on 2020-11-19, 05:54:07 (76.127.54.176)
runs an MM cartridge (JICO MM-1 SAS) and it is quiet as a mouse. But the same phono stage (Musical Surrounding Phenomina w/battery pack) is set to 40dB gain for the MM cartridge and 60db for the Denon .......

165: RE: Tame Ortofon Treble Brightness (on Moving Magnet Cartridge) (7.25)
Posted by MylesJ on 2024-02-18, 13:34:35 (63.155.55.52)
My experience is that MM brightness is often due to the capacitance being too high. Most of the high end MM cartridges show a pf specification of 100pf to 200pf. I think they show this because it is d .......

166: Re-tipping a Grace F-9E MM cartridge??? (7.24)
Posted by randallt on 2002-03-13, 13:58:58 (129.255.148.86)
It just occured to me, can a MM cartridge be re-tipped/restored? I have a 20 yr old Grace F-9E with original and Ruby-cantilevered stylii. The original stylus I have my doubts about. I'm pretty sure t .......

167: Re: Audible Illusions Mod 3A sounds too bright....(UPDATE)... (7.24)
Posted by AnalogFan on 2001-08-20, 21:44:03 (208.188.26.169)
You may want to compare the same source(LP or CD) in order to isolate the problem. What kind of cartridge you're using? MM or MC(LO or HO?)? Did you connect the same TT and cartridge to the CJ PV-11 M .......

168: RE: MM cartridge closest to sound and tracking of a Denon DL301MKII (7.24)
Posted by Garven on 2015-09-28, 10:17:40 (173.246.73.44)
No need to get dismissive John. I've read enough in the turntable forums online over the years to know there are those who consider MMs to be superior to MCs. Obviously you don't agree, and that's cer .......

169: Krell KSP-7B MM way too gain? What is it? (7.24)
Posted by waters on 2005-12-13, 22:35:08 (65.7.42.134)
My MM cartridge puts out 5.6mv into the Krell MM phono stage. I've got it turned up all the way. It's barely loud! My digital is plenty loud, say at 12:00 position on the KSP. Is the KSP MM section on .......

170: I made a mistake in the calculations..... (7.24)
Posted by John Elison on 2006-11-21, 18:11:39 (74.131.229.181)
I've been thinking about this situation since I posted the original answer and I know now that I made a mistake. The issue when using a Type IV protractor with a 309 tonearm is that the offset angles .......

171: Re: Hum (7.23)
Posted by AnalogFan on 2003-01-15, 15:01:38 (158.116.149.6)
"...* Mc cartridge wants less, not more output lead (.2-.6 mV just doesn't travel well)" I think that is MM (not MC) cartridge because capacitance is more critical to MM than MC. The more wires the hi .......

172: Input Transformer question ? (7.23)
Posted by Joe_Jap. on 2002-11-21, 10:21:48 (203.160.254.50)
Is it the same with MC step-up transformer ? I have a MM cartridge with MM phono preamp (47K load Imp.) I would want to upgrade to MC cartridge (may be Denon DL-103) So, I should be looking for an Inp .......

173: suggestions for MM mono cartridge (7.23)
Posted by gastwa on 2010-03-05, 13:49:16 (70.166.46.94)
Looking for suggestions on a mono MM cartridge. I have heard that the Grado carts are not well shielded and from what I've read over on vinylengine, that may present a problem for my Systemdek IIx tur .......

174: Re: Why would MC setting be brighter? (7.22)
Posted by andyr on 2004-01-11, 18:44:39 (203.51.160.96)
Buster, Either your cartridge is a MC or it is a MM. If it's a MM, it will typically have an output of 5mV and want the standard resistive load of 47Kohm. Some MM cartridges also like a capacitative l .......

175: WHAT HIGH OUTPUT CARTRIDGE TO REPLACE BENZ GOLD? (7.22)
Posted by ghs1998 on 2001-10-11, 09:51:47 (140.233.11.25)
Here's my dilemma. I just bought a VPi turntable used, and it came with a Benz Micro Gold cartridge, which is very low output, and the phono stage on my preamp is only MM. What kind of cartridge would .......

176: From the Hagerman website: (7.22)
Posted by Lew on 2012-06-08, 14:45:17 (150.148.218.189)
"The Piccolo is an active moving coil pre-preamplifier designed to step-up the cartridge signal from MC to MM levels. Adjustable loading and gain offers optimization for any MC cartridge. The discrete .......

177: Best MM (or equivalent moving iron, etc.)... (7.21)
Posted by Ivan303 on 2020-11-17, 09:51:59 (76.127.54.176)
for Technics SL 1200 Mk II table/arm. For some reason a .25 mv low output MC cartridge (Denon 103D) when amplified by either a decent MC phono stage (Musical Surrounding Battery Powered Phenomenon )or .......

178: RE: MM carts are for ? (7.21)
Posted by RossB on 2009-11-24, 19:14:11 (218.185.57.131)
I tend to agree. As a result of that Audiogon thread I recently bought a new Garrott P77i MM cartridge (supposedly improved version of the classic P77) at a cost of about $500. I am stunned by how goo .......

179: Re: Systemdek IIx Cartridge (7.21)
Posted by CBT on 2006-12-18, 12:46:23 (204.50.2.194)
The original Profile arm on the Systemdek IIX is a low mass arm with lower tolerance bearing that best suits high compliance MM cartridges. I would get a new stylus for the Ortofon or a new MM cartrid .......

180: Re: Phono Stage for LP12/MM - anything other than Linto/MC? (7.21)
Posted by JDL-N on 2004-03-17, 06:52:01 (80.15.79.53)
"Basically, I know the Akito 2B could support an MC cartridge up to the quality of a Lyra Argo (or Linn Klyde), but not much more." It's absolutely true, I notice every day how Akito2 fits in very wel .......

181: Re: Not this one (7.19)
Posted by MAS on 2003-06-15, 18:07:03 (24.167.206.52)
The purpose is to provide enough gain for a low output cartridge to plug into an existing mm section. There are a lot of good mm only sections around. In fact, I have one in the rega mira. The sensiti .......

182: RE: How to configure my system to use a moving magnet cartridge? (7.19)
Posted by John Elison on 2018-09-11, 17:38:23 (192.180.236.80)
> Need a moving magnet phono pre amp with capacity for 100,000 ohm load. I think that's the answer to your question, although you probably don't need a 100,000-ohm load. The normal load for MM cartr .......

183: Well, I do plan to use a cartridge (7.19)
Posted by fin1bxn@msn.com on 2008-08-05, 16:31:59 (70.21.187.251)
I have all types MM and MC from .23 to 5mv So to qulaify the question to you is what phono preamps have 2 volt 50k ohm output from my 5mv MM cartidge or from my .28 MC cartridge .......

184: RE: THORENS TD160/TP16 MM Cartridge? DENON DL-103? (7.19)
Posted by Tone! on 2014-10-12, 18:09:50 (110.44.16.50)
Steve Thanks for the heads-up on the DENON DL-103 being MC. I thought it was MM. Appreciated. I see you know about these tables and have assigned the THORENS TD160 the "C" designation. What does this .......

185: RE: I Don't Like MM Cartridges (7.18)
Posted by mosin on 2012-03-21, 16:12:49 (76.18.111.37)
Personally, I have found stellar performers of all types, and use MC, MI, MM and SG cartridges. All have some weakness, but there is at least one of each that I could live with. Have you considered th .......

186: RE: the BORON cantilever for one (7.18)
Posted by majick47 on 2010-11-19, 10:34:10 (98.216.230.221)
Hifitommy I'm not positive re the condition of the suspension of the Technics MM cartridge, it has a very short boron canteliver and after accidently playing an LP with a warp the canteliver was botto .......

187: Re: high output / low noise MM cartridge for digital recording, cheap? (7.18)
Posted by jnhvac on 2004-03-09, 13:16:18 (216.249.108.60)
Must be a DS-1 Disksaver. Make sure the battery is fresh if its not running on 12 Volts. It seems strange that you can not get enough output to feed the line out jacks on your pre-amp to provide decen .......

188: Re: Only very rarely will a MM cartridge go "bad". (7.18)
Posted by Rob C. on 2006-02-18, 07:49:52 (70.36.60.155)
That's what I'm hoping is that the cartridge itself is still good. I did drop it accidentally onto a record from about 4 inches high when transferring it from one table to another and this is when I n .......

189: MM phono input/MC question (7.17)
Posted by 16hz lover on 2004-12-25, 06:42:58 (68.209.162.146)
Hi: Can someone enlighten me on being able to use a Moving Coil cartridge (Monster Alpha) into a MM phono input on the back of a receiver? I am buying a Sunfire Ultimate Receiver which has MM phono i .......

190: RE: ADC LMF-2 Tonearm a match for AT 155LC Cartridge?? (7.17)
Posted by John Elison on 2012-07-23, 00:13:38 (98.23.24.48)
According to the Vinyl Engine data base, your AT-155LC cartridge has compliance of 16 x 10 -6 cm/dyne and weighs 8.3-grams. The ADC LMF-2 tonearm is listed as having 8-grams effective mass. Therefore, .......

191: Which Cartridge to buy? (7.16)
Posted by Bootie Day on 2000-04-13, 11:07:50 (216.64.54.206)
I'll probably be buying without hearing, so I need as much feedback as I can get... I believe my choices for a new cartridge will be one of the following, based upon what I'm reading: Dynavector 10x4 .......

192: Re: MM cartridge demagnitization using tape head unit? (7.15)
Posted by Eli Duttman on 2001-03-02, 19:39:06 (204.146.164.129)
Just make VERY SURE that the cart really is MM and not moving iron. In the case of a moving iron cartridge, removing the stylus assembly does not take the permanent magnets out of the device. If the t .......

193: MM Cartridge loading question (7.15)
Posted by gurevise on 2003-12-15, 18:51:22 (12.74.64.234)
Guys, I'm working on Cornet phono and at this time I don't have any high quality 47k resistors. They used at the input to load cartridge. I have precision DALE 62k resistor. So, here is my question: W .......

194: I bought the JICO MM-1 cartridge which comes with an SAS stylus some years ago... (7.15)
Posted by Ivan303 on 2015-05-02, 07:58:13 (76.220.25.80)
Best tracker I've managed to find, including the stock Shure V15 VxMR Was very lucky to get an extra stylus from Shure before they stopped making them. That said, I no longer use the Thornes 125 with .......

195: RE: Adding weight to counterweight, how to set vtf? (7.14)
Posted by John Elison on 2014-01-13, 16:30:11 (98.23.26.49)
> [I] wanted to make sure using a scale w metal tray was kosher. It's probably okay with a MM cartridge. However, I would not recommend placing the stylus of a MC cartridge directly on the metal pla .......

196: RE: Considering the post gives no clue about what the tube phono preamp is (7.14)
Posted by PAR on 2020-10-26, 05:40:50 (88.97.21.18)
" are you assuming it is MM only " The OP effectively says it is only MM: "Low-Output MC cartridge into Tube MM stage Posted by jedrider (A) on October 25, 2020 at 07:55:45 What kind of output sh .......

197: help! need cartridge suggestion (7.14)
Posted by domes on 2002-01-15, 09:57:28 (167.127.24.26)
Can anyone recommend a cartridge to use on a clearaudio champion with rb300 and quint wiring? I have been having problems with the beta s and it seems the cartridge is possibly defective. I have been .......

198: In my opinion you are totally wrong.... (7.13)
Posted by John Elison on 2009-12-17, 12:53:46 (74.131.106.247)
You are using a model with all the wrong values. No cartridge puts out 1-V at 1-kHz. Rarely do MM cartridges put out more than 0.005-V at 1-kHz for a standard groove velocity of 5-cm/s. Even with the .......

199: $200 MM cartridges, here are my choices so far... (7.13)
Posted by AudioDoctor on 2009-06-21, 16:08:33 (75.73.53.172)
I am searching for a new MM cartridge for my technics SL1200M2 table, and it has to be MM due to my Bellari Phono Amp. So far, here are my options: Ortofon 2M Blue Audio Technica 440ML Grado Silver/Go .......

200: While it is true that MM preamps usually work with HOMC cartridges... (7.13)
Posted by tketcham on 2006-02-14, 13:46:09 (64.139.100.28)
I would not go so far as to say that HOMC's are identical to MM's in their loading and gain requirements. I found distinct differences in sound when I tried the default MM settings on my phono preamp .......

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