Hi all, I have a query in regard to a phono cartridge that I’m wondering if anyone can help with. I run a Technics SL1200 MkII with an Ortofon 2M Bronze Cartridge. I find it a nice combination if a little on the bright side. A few years ago I came across a Shure M75B Type 2 Cartridge fitted with a Shure 6 T2 Stylus and for some reason, which I can’t remember now, decided to buy it. I’ve not got around to fitting it until yesterday and only then after finding it in a drawer and being curious.
I have to say I like the sound of it. It’s less bright and clinical than the Ortofon and a little more expressive in the bass and lower mids. This I suppose is the important part, that I like it. But, it does raise some questions for me. What is the history of this Shure range and what do the numbers mean. ie. 6 T2. I’ve looked around on the internet and although there’s quite a lot of information there, it appears there is more than one model in the M75 stable. The last Shure cartridge I had was a V15 mounted in a SME II arm back in the 70/80’s so know very little about them now (most of which I’ve forgotten . . . its an age thing).
Is there anyone out there who has experience of this combination and where it sits in the ‘quality’ range? All information would be gratefully received.
I have to say I like the sound of it. It’s less bright and clinical than the Ortofon and a little more expressive in the bass and lower mids. This I suppose is the important part, that I like it. But, it does raise some questions for me. What is the history of this Shure range and what do the numbers mean. ie. 6 T2. I’ve looked around on the internet and although there’s quite a lot of information there, it appears there is more than one model in the M75 stable. The last Shure cartridge I had was a V15 mounted in a SME II arm back in the 70/80’s so know very little about them now (most of which I’ve forgotten . . . its an age thing).
Is there anyone out there who has experience of this combination and where it sits in the ‘quality’ range? All information would be gratefully received.