2025-04-06T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Accurate and wonderfully lively
As a turntable enthusiast with 35+ years as a DJ, radio engineer, and audiophile, I can say without reservation that the Denon DL-103 is one of the best cartridge values in the marketplace. It tracks almost anything I play with ease. Any clean, well-pressed record comes alive with this cartridge and the appropriate preamplifier. In fact, some records in my collection are indistinguishable from open reel tape when played on even an average turntable with the DL-103. If you are contemplating the purchase of this cartridge, don't hesitate!
Scott
Originally posted at
2023-12-24T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
New 103 with Fluance RT 85 Turntable
Hello? was just wondering if I get a new 103 cartridge for Fluance RT 85, would this be a good combination and what would you recommend for phono preamp
Eli L.
Originally posted at
2022-08-16T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Lost cartridge
Great sound and a great customer service. Thanks for all your follow-up.
Kathy
Originally posted at
2022-04-10T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Surface Noise Champion
I have a MM Shure M97XE with a Vivid Line upgrade stylus that is excellent. I wanted to try a MC cartridge. After reading the reviews I decided to go with a ?tried and true? standard - DL-103. I was NOT disappointed! Sonically, it and my Shure sound very similar with one HUGE exception! The amount of audible surface noise (I collect used albums with the Denon is HALF that of the Shure. The Shure has a multi dimensional elliptical stylus. The Denon has a round conical stylus. I LOVE this Denon cartridge! I?m using an external Parasound zPhono preamp.
DeFrogi
Originally posted at
2016-12-19T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Excellent Value
I've owned a lot of Denon cartridges over the years: 103, 103D, 301, 160. The best all around was the D version, but it is no longer made. Denon's basic 103 is excellent value. Sounds very smooth and musical. It's an "old fashioned" sound, but that is a good thing. DL 103 is an audio classic. Be careful setting it up. Not the most ergonomic of designs, however the square body makes alignment a snap.
mp103
Originally posted at
2016-12-19T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Excellent Value
I've owned a lot of Denon cartridges over the years: 103, 103D, 301, 160. The best all around was the D version, but it is no longer made. Denon's basic 103 is excellent value. Sounds very smooth and musical. It's an "old fashioned" sound, but that is a good thing. DL 103 is an audio classic. Be careful setting it up. Not the most ergonomic of designs, however the square body makes alignment a snap.
anmpr1
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