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  1. 02-07-2006, 07:43 AM #1
    Groozdas
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    Question Cartridge on Akai AP-A950 (NAD 533)

    Hello,
    I'm new to Hi-end audio and just bought Akai AP-A950 (same as NAD 533 or RegaPlanar2). I need a new cartridge for it so what would you recomend? Something about $100.
    Thanks in advance!
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  2. 02-08-2006, 02:02 AM #2
    Groozdas
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    What I can get is Stanton 680 HiFi. I found only one review of this cartridge what says its ok... Any more feedbacks?
    Thanks!
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  3. 02-08-2006, 08:19 AM #3
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    Quote Originally Posted by Groozdas
    Hello,
    I'm new to Hi-end audio and just bought Akai AP-A950 (same as NAD 533 or RegaPlanar2). I need a new cartridge for it so what would you recomend? Something about $100.
    Thanks in advance!
    In my Rega Planar 2 I am using the Ortofon OM 20 with good success. The OM 10 is available for around $99 and later you can upgrade it with a stylus change to an OM 20 or 30. I have also used an Audio Technica 440 ML with good results discounted to $99. I have never had much luck with Grado's in that table and not just because of the hum problem.
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    Vinyl Rega Planar 2, Incognito rewire, Deepgroove subplatter, ceramic bearing, Michell Technoweight, Rega 24V motor, TTPSU, FunkFirm Achroplat platter, Michael Lim top and bottom braces, 2 Rega feet and one RDC cones. Grado Sonata, Moon 110 LP phono.
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  4. 02-08-2006, 01:41 PM #4
    SlumpBuster
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    A Rega/Nad clone by Akai? What country are you in? John Michael's advise is very good. I've tried the carts he listed and still have the AT 144, but I found the higher priced Goldrings more pleasing.

    Try this site: http://www.needledoctor.com/s.nl/sc.2/category.402/.f
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