I have a Audio Research SP9 MK III. These are the gain and loading specifications:
Gain
Phono to main output 67dB
Phono to tape output. 46dB
Loading
47K
It seems to me the gain on the phono is only suited for a low output cartridge. I am using a Denon 103 on the phono/main output and have more than enough gain. However the preferred loading is not 47K. Am I missing out on anything by it not being a perfect match?
The second specification of gain on the tape output - how would that work? Could I use a high output moving coil or moving magnet on this output? Not sure how that works. I've read that there may not be a way to control volume in that case. Looking for a sub $500 cartridge that would work well in this system without adding a separate phono stage. The cartridge will be mounted on a Rega 300 arm. Looking for a step up in sound from the Denon 103.
Gain
Phono to main output 67dB
Phono to tape output. 46dB
Loading
47K
It seems to me the gain on the phono is only suited for a low output cartridge. I am using a Denon 103 on the phono/main output and have more than enough gain. However the preferred loading is not 47K. Am I missing out on anything by it not being a perfect match?
The second specification of gain on the tape output - how would that work? Could I use a high output moving coil or moving magnet on this output? Not sure how that works. I've read that there may not be a way to control volume in that case. Looking for a sub $500 cartridge that would work well in this system without adding a separate phono stage. The cartridge will be mounted on a Rega 300 arm. Looking for a step up in sound from the Denon 103.