Quote Originally Posted by JohnMichael
I have read good things about the DV-20XL and will consider it. I do know they make a higher output version and I may look into that model due to my preamp. The Grado is not all I want and need in a phono cartridge but I was surprised at how much music it produced compared to the other times I have tried to use one.
Operator error. Your wording was quite clear. I use a Shure M97 with the vintage Ariston/SME to good results.

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