carts for 30 bucks or less

jgc1956

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i just got a technics SL1300 with no cart
was considering the audiotechnia AT92ECD at 20 bucks from amazon(good reviews)
this is all i can afford right now around 30 bucks or less
or is there something else better for the price? i,m also looking at used carts
thanks for you help.john
 

Halcro

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i just got a technics SL1300 with no cart
was considering the audiotechnia AT92ECD at 20 bucks from amazon(good reviews)
this is all i can afford right now around 30 bucks or less
or is there something else better for the price? i,m also looking at used carts
thanks for you help.john
You've come to the right place...:confused:
 

sombunya

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Alright, I'll step in.

For the money, you can't get any better. Trouble is, that isn't much money...

Spend more. If you want a dollar figure, stay above $150.
 

Folsom

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I've always thought that these looked interesting.

http://www.avahifi.com/products/for-vinyl-lovers/longhorn-phono-cartridges

If I had anyway to tell you what the best was for under $59, I would. But I don't believe there's a way to differentiate on something that's as cheap as possible. What's the best disposable sport? There just isn't much of an answer.

BTW numerous people have made old Technic turntbables sound rather good by treating them with dampening, heavy material and such. There's mod/tweak instructions here and there, if you're willing to put in the work.
 

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