Bottlehead Forum
Bottlehead Kits => Eros Phono => Topic started by: Why1504 on July 29, 2016, 11:49:34 AM
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I am about to order the Eros Phono kit. I also need to replace my cartridge. Which cartridge will be well matched to the Eros. I listen to classic rock, jazz, blues and occasionally country and classical. I would like to keep the price on the cartridge below $400. I will be using this on my MMF-5 turntable.
Thanks in Advance!!
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What cartridge are you replacing? For what reason is it being replaced?
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Goldring 1012. Stylus is worn out.
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Same combination - and curious. I think my cart is ok but i'd not be opposed to upgrading or matching to the Eros.
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The Goldring 1012 will work fine with the Eros. It has a user-replaceable stylus, so if all you need to do to have a functional cart is replace the stylus, then replace the stylus.
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I would recommend upgrading to the 1042 which should plug into your existing 1012 body. I loved that combo on my old MMF-5. Price may have gotten above $400 today, but you'll love it.
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I found a great deal on an Ortofon M2 Bronze locally. I bought it. Back in the old days I loved the Ortofon sound. I will report how it sounds once the Eros is up and running.