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Shure M97xE
B

46 reviews

$799
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Amazon
$140
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ebay (USED)
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#110 most mentioned
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Warm sound
Built-in record cleaning brush
Some users have reported issues with low volume levels or electrical grounding
Audio-Technica AT-VM95SH
B

31 reviews

$34
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bhphotovideo
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$199
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audio-technica
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#120 most mentioned
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Excellent clarity and detail
Easy to install and align
Bass output could be improved
Rega Carbon
C

26 reviews

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#130 most mentioned
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Easy to install
Works well with Rega turntables
Some users report exaggeration of surface noise and bad pressings
Audio-Technica AT91
C

17 reviews

$30
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audio-technica
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#87 most mentioned
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Great for the value
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Good sound quality
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Forgiving about worn/dirty records
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Sacrifices detail and high frequency response
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Can't compare to the AT91
Sumiko Moonstone
C

11 reviews

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#70 most mentioned
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Great for upgrading an entry-level turntable
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More detailed sound than a Pickering XSV 3000
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Problem with stylus alignment
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Received product exchange
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Overall, a great product
Shure M75
C

11 reviews

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#119 most mentioned
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Affordable price
Compatible with stacking feature for 7" 45s
Some users may prefer a different cartridge for their specific needs
Audio-Technica AT85EP
C

40 reviews

$39
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audio-technica
$39
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ebay (USED)
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#63 most mentioned
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Solid choice for upgrading from a stock cartridge
Good sound quality
Some reviewers had difficulty with installation
Ortofon OM 5E
C

11 reviews

$50
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thomannmusic
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$80
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upscaleaudio
$80
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ebay (USED)
Noticeable improvement in sound quality
Good mechanical match for many systems
Some users may need to make adjustments to fit the cartridge
Shure SC35C
C

24 reviews

$157
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lptunes
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#91 most mentioned
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Great for jazz and rock
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Bass that will test your woofers
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Smooth mid-range and precise imaging
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"In the room" presence
Rega Elys 2
C

18 reviews

$345
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audioadvice
$345
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hifiheaven
$345
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#83 most mentioned
Reddit · r/turntables
Clear and precise sound quality
Relatively easy to set up
Some users have experienced electrical hum and quality control issues
Audio-Technica AT3600L
C

66 reviews

$24
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audio-technica
$25
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lptunes
$17
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ebay (USED)
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#31 most mentioned
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Great for budget DJ cartridges
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Groove tool is not great
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Frequency response is not too bad
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Stylus is made in Switzerland
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Shape is just like the stock stylus on the AT-LP60 Audio Technica turntable
Ion CZ-800-10
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16 reviews

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#111 most mentioned
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Identical to the original cartridge
Fits well with Ion LP players
Difficult to remove old cartridge for some customers
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