mdbrien Posted March 18, 2008 Share Posted March 18, 2008 I have a Technics SL-1200MK2 turntable that I'd like to try out. I have solid state gear (Aragon 8008BB amp, Aragon Aurum Preamp) Can someone give me some recommendations on a phono preamp? and phono cartridge for the Technics SL-1200MK2? I don't know much about turntables, so would a MM or MC cartridge work best with the Aragon gear and Technics turntable? I would like to stay in the $500 range for both the preamp and cartridge. If it would make much difference to spend alittle more, I would consider it. Thanks, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groomlakearea51 Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 A really good cartridge to start out with would be the Shure M97eX. Reasonably priced and can track reliably to 1-5-2.0 grams. I use one on my SL-1200MK. No problems, works very well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdbrien Posted March 20, 2008 Author Share Posted March 20, 2008 Thanks Groomlakearea51, I've also received a recommendation on the Ortofon 2M Red cartridge for the Technics turntable. Has anyone ever tried the Ortofon? Also I'm looking for a phono preamp. As mentioned above, I have solid state gear (Aragon 8008BB amp and Aragon Aurum preamp) I'm trying to stay in the $500 range for the cartridge and preamp together. Thanks for any recommendations, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schlaager Posted March 21, 2008 Share Posted March 21, 2008 I have this preamp. Unless you're looking to spend money, IMHO it's perfect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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