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Cartridge for Pro-ject Xpression III and Spendor a6

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Mon, Dec 3 2012, 5:51AM
Jambalaya
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Can anyone share thought or recommendations for a good cartridge for Project Xpression/Spendor A6 combination?  I was thinking of a Goldring Eroica LX. I remember listening to Goldring many years ago and thought they had a very detailed, clean sound. Comments, opinions and recommendations are appreciated. 

Thanks in advance.  

 

Mike

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Mon, Dec 3 2012, 8:39AM
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RE: Cartridge for Pro-ject Xpression III and Spendor a6

I haven't heard the Eroica LX, but can recommend Goldring's slightly pricier 2500. It's an excellent moving magnet cartridge for around £300.

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Mon, Dec 3 2012, 12:09PM
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RE: Cartridge for Pro-ject Xpression III and Spendor a6

For around the £350 or sub-£200 on ebay is the ClearAudio Classic Wood cart. Excellent with Pro-ject TTs, nicely detailed and excellent VFM.

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Tue, Dec 4 2012, 1:11AM
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RE: Cartridge for Pro-ject Xpression III and Spendor a6

Thanks for the suggestions!  I am guessing the Goldring sound signature is similar through the range or at least it was many years ago.   Clearaudio was on my short list as well.  

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