While Im no Mie Frdmmer, Ive been around tube/analouge high end audio for a while and this cartridge tops anything Ive heard. Great higs, solid bass, and nuetral midrange. My only wish is that the output was a bit higher but what the hey, in this world its ALL about compromises. Thirteen grand is a lot to pay for something this small , so I was fortunate and got a lightly used one from Vu Huang of Deja Vu audio in McLean Va. For a GREAT price, and couldnot be happier. If you can afford the best,here it is.