cambam007 243 Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 Seems a little too cheap but its fulfilled by amazon au, maybe a price error? 3 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Batty 5,038 Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 Don't think they were ever $500, more like $250. Link to post Share on other sites
Mr Thorens 476 Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 I bought one for that price from eBay seller 2kuki in 2012 Link to post Share on other sites
pete_mac 3,988 Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 (edited) 7 minutes ago, Batty said: Don't think they were ever $500, more like $250. The used to be $250ish a while back, but they jumped a few hundred bucks several years ago. I'm not sure why! e.g. https://www.apollohifi.com.au/denon-dl-110-em-red-moving-coil-phono-cartridge.html Edited April 27, 2020 by pete_mac Link to post Share on other sites
cambam007 243 Posted April 27, 2020 Author Share Posted April 27, 2020 From what I have seen, rrp is $499 everywhere in au. Can be had about $380 importing them yourself. If you search the for sale section here they seem to go for about $250 Link to post Share on other sites
Willmax 1,107 Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 At $250 brand new, seems like a good deal. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
cambam007 243 Posted April 27, 2020 Author Share Posted April 27, 2020 29 minutes ago, Willmax said: At $250 brand new, seems like a good deal. I hope so, I picked one up to replace the ortofon red I have 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Ahh- Schnoo Schnoo 192 Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 Many thanks for posting @cambam007 👍 I have just ordered one, too good of a deal. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Prana69 499 Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 1 hour ago, cambam007 said: I hope so, I picked one up to replace the ortofon red I have The Denon is streets ahead of the Orto Red. Completely different league. You will love it. D 3 Link to post Share on other sites
cambam007 243 Posted April 27, 2020 Author Share Posted April 27, 2020 15 minutes ago, Prana69 said: The Denon is streets ahead of the Orto Red. Completely different league. You will love it. D I was going to install a blue stylus into the existing red until I cane across this deal Link to post Share on other sites
Prana69 499 Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 The blue is a great upgrade but to my ears the Denon has better dynamic range. D Link to post Share on other sites
Batty 5,038 Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 Are they still made? or am I thinking that the DL160 was discontinued? Link to post Share on other sites
Prana69 499 Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 (edited) 1 minute ago, Batty said: Are they still made? or am I thinking that the DL160 was discontinued? Pretty sure 160 was discontinued. 110 and 103 are the range now. I think you can still buy a new 301 though. Edited April 27, 2020 by Prana69 1 Link to post Share on other sites
gwurb 174 Posted April 30, 2020 Share Posted April 30, 2020 (edited) Sold out already at that price? Edited April 30, 2020 by gwurb Link to post Share on other sites
cambam007 243 Posted April 30, 2020 Author Share Posted April 30, 2020 11 minutes ago, gwurb said: Sold out already at that price? Yes, looks like it. The 103 is available at $269 and is a superior cart but for me it's not a good fit for my tonearm Link to post Share on other sites
gwurb 174 Posted April 30, 2020 Share Posted April 30, 2020 27 minutes ago, cambam007 said: Yes, looks like it. The 103 is available at $269 and is a superior cart but for me it's not a good fit for my tonearm Thanks. My Denon TT has an inbuilt phono amp and came with a MM cartridge. If I understand correctly I could replace it with a high output MC but that's not DL-103. I may wait to see if the 110 comes back in stock. Link to post Share on other sites
08Boss302 1,308 Posted May 3, 2020 Share Posted May 3, 2020 spewing i missed this. would have grabbed one for my Technics SL1200mkII i think the DL110 is a better match for that arm than the DL103 or DL103r when looking at the VE resonance calc and from what i've read. Link to post Share on other sites
Uncle Seth 713 Posted May 4, 2020 Share Posted May 4, 2020 (edited) @08Boss302 Same thing, available in Melbourne on eBay for $285, if that has any appeal. I was thinking about it... Link to the eBay item. Edited May 6, 2020 by Uncle Seth link sent to previous poster Link to post Share on other sites
08Boss302 1,308 Posted May 6, 2020 Share Posted May 6, 2020 Thanks @Uncle Seth, I appreciate the heads up. Since that post I actually had another opportunity come my way which I have taken up. Funny how quickly things change in this hobby LOL. $285 delivered is still a cracking price. I just checked amazon since I saw your post and its back on there for $280 delivered, little more expensive than the offer last week but but still "cheap". https://www.amazon.com.au/DENON-DL-110-Phono-Cartridge/dp/B07TNP2Y8P/ref=sr_1_9?keywords=denon&qid=1588726442&sr=8-9 Amazon AU must have done some sort of deal with Denon last week because they had amps and dacs and all sorts of stuff heavily discounted. A mate of mine picked up some great kit for bargain prices. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
cambam007 243 Posted May 6, 2020 Author Share Posted May 6, 2020 Mine arrived yesterday, cracking cartridge 🙂 2 Link to post Share on other sites
Weedgie 56 Posted May 30, 2020 Share Posted May 30, 2020 Ordered mine yesterday $250 free postage. Thanks for the heads up mate. Can't wait to get spinning. Link to post Share on other sites
cambam007 243 Posted May 30, 2020 Author Share Posted May 30, 2020 Oh it's back down? FYI there's some great deals on Amazon vinyl at the moment. Have a look at the under $30 Still loving the denon, leagues ahead of what I had before 1 Link to post Share on other sites
a_zee 117 Posted May 31, 2020 Share Posted May 31, 2020 I have one of these now (came with my turntable). What's the next step up from this if you were to upgrade? Link to post Share on other sites
08Boss302 1,308 Posted May 31, 2020 Share Posted May 31, 2020 (edited) In the Denon range pretty sure you would be moving to their LOMC which is the 103 or 103R. These carts are very well regarded but you need a MC capable phono stage and endure to check the effective mass of your tonearm as these carts are twice the weight of the DL110 and may or may not suit your TT. The 103 has been long regarded as a great cart and was the broadcast stallwart, the 103R is a refined version of the 103. I think Amazon have these at good prices now too. 3 hours ago, mexicoke68 said: I have one of these now (came with my turntable). What's the next step up from this if you were to upgrade? Edited May 31, 2020 by 08Boss302 Spelling 1 Link to post Share on other sites
VinylSuzy 5 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 Thanks to this thread, I'll soon be in possession of the Denon DL-110 via Amazon. It's replacing an Audio Technica of unknown model (bright yellow plastic) that's been on the turntable since I bought it around 30 years ago. From what I've read the DL-110 will be fine on my old-ish (non-mc) system although I'll need to find a way to weight the headshell by a couple of grams. You've all saved me hours of research and a bunch of $$. Many thanks 2 Link to post Share on other sites
cambam007 243 Posted June 1, 2020 Author Share Posted June 1, 2020 9 minutes ago, VinylSuzy said: Thanks to this thread, I'll soon be in possession of the Denon DL-110 via Amazon. It's replacing an Audio Technica of unknown model (bright yellow plastic) that's been on the turntable since I bought it around 30 years ago. From what I've read the DL-110 will be fine on my old-ish (non-mc) system although I'll need to find a way to weight the headshell by a couple of grams. You've all saved me hours of research and a bunch of $$. Many thanks It comes with a weight, not sure how heavy but I would think about 1.5g I have a mm and mc pre and have it set to mm but you do need to turn it up a notch more Link to post Share on other sites
VinylSuzy 5 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 19 minutes ago, cambam007 said: It comes with a weight, not sure how heavy but I would think about 1.5g I have a mm and mc pre and have it set to mm but you do need to turn it up a notch more That's great news. The turntable only needs extra weight below 6g. A 1.5g weight on the 4.8g cartridge should do the trick. Don't mind turning it up a notch. Link to post Share on other sites
Bell Ringer 605 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 (edited) 47 minutes ago, VinylSuzy said: From what I've read the DL-110 will be fine on my old-ish (non-mc) system although I'll need to find a way to weight the headshell by a couple of grams. @VinylSuzy there is a cheap Rek-O-Kut headshell that comes with 3 interchangeable weights, though some people just use blutac. Available through Esoteric Sounds in the States or possibly Decibel in Brisbane. Edited June 1, 2020 by Bell Ringer Typo Link to post Share on other sites
08Boss302 1,308 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 1 hour ago, VinylSuzy said: Thanks to this thread, I'll soon be in possession of the Denon DL-110 via Amazon. It's replacing an Audio Technica of unknown model (bright yellow plastic) that's been on the turntable since I bought it around 30 years ago. From what I've read the DL-110 will be fine on my old-ish (non-mc) system although I'll need to find a way to weight the headshell by a couple of grams. You've all saved me hours of research and a bunch of $$. Many thanks what TT are you using it with? Is the headshell interchangable? Link to post Share on other sites
VinylSuzy 5 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 16 minutes ago, 08Boss302 said: what TT are you using it with? Is the headshell interchangable? It's an Ariston Q Deck. It doesn't look as if the headshell can be removed. 42 minutes ago, Bell Ringer said: @VinylSuzy there is a cheap Rek-O-Kut headshell that comes with 3 interchangeable weights, though some people just use blutac. Available through Esoteric Sounds in the States or possibly Decibel in Brisbane. Thanks for the tip. When the new cartridge arrives I'll know more, but it's likely all will be well given the DL-110 comes with a weight. Link to post Share on other sites
08Boss302 1,308 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 (edited) 37 minutes ago, VinylSuzy said: It's an Ariston Q Deck. It doesn't look as if the headshell can be removed. Thanks for the tip. When the new cartridge arrives I'll know more, but it's likely all will be well given the DL-110 comes with a weight. A quick look at the manual for your TT on vinyl engine shows this information - but the manual didnt provide the effective tonearm mass. A quick google returned that the Q deck was fitted with a Jelco SA 250ST tonearm and the effective mass was 20gram?, I am not familiar with your TT but if its the Q deck talked about on the forums it could be correct. The DL110 weighs in at 4.8grams then add your screw set at maybe 1gram tops. The DL110 dynamic compliance converted to 10hz is approx 14. I dont think using a weight will actually make much difference if the arm has a mass of 20grams and the cart is 5.5 including hardware. You fall in at 8hz on the resonance calculator, its the minimum but you in the green range and adding a few grams to your headshell increasing the effective tonearmass still yields 8hz on the calculator. This is assuming the effective tonearm mass is 20grams and that your Q deck does have that Jelco arm. The DL110 is a lovely cart, plug it in and enjoy it, you can add a blob of blutack if you want to try but I reckon you'll be fine to plug and play. cheers. Edited June 1, 2020 by 08Boss302 spelling 1 Link to post Share on other sites
eman 1,251 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 1 hour ago, Bell Ringer said: @VinylSuzy there is a cheap Rek-O-Kut headshell that comes with 3 interchangeable weights, though some people just use blutac. Available through Esoteric Sounds in the States or possibly Decibel in Brisbane. I have used blu tac to set up a DJ cart on a non DJ deck. Weighed the blu tac on a digital scale first to make sure exactly how much I was adding. Tac keep itself attached and is non resonant. Mate was very happy. Link to post Share on other sites
VinylSuzy 5 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 Thanks all of you. The less I have to mess about the better to avoid breaking anything I've plenty of blutac on hand to experiment with, and even dug out a tiny set of digital scales that weigh in g to two decimal places. (I've a tendency to hoard - ha ha.) 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Tubularbells 6,435 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 Too cheap to pass up so one of these is on its way to the church. Liked the 103 & 103R ive used previously and am curious on how this fares against mt AT ART9 so we'll see in about a week. Oh and cheers all for the heads up on the Amazon link 👍 2 Link to post Share on other sites
Weedgie 56 Posted June 3, 2020 Share Posted June 3, 2020 Mine arrived today. Off to the tech to get fitted. Thanks again for the heads up. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Tubularbells 6,435 Posted June 3, 2020 Share Posted June 3, 2020 Mine also arrived. 2 Link to post Share on other sites
The Fresh Prince 792 Posted June 4, 2020 Share Posted June 4, 2020 I have ordered one, but have realised it is not ideal for my arm. One of you can have it for the same I paid, plus post. PM me Link to post Share on other sites
Weedgie 56 Posted June 9, 2020 Share Posted June 9, 2020 Currently singing on my RP6. Fantastic bargain. Link to post Share on other sites
cambam007 243 Posted June 9, 2020 Author Share Posted June 9, 2020 6 hours ago, Weedgie said: Currently singing on my RP6. Fantastic bargain. It opens up with a little use also, so good 1 Link to post Share on other sites
RCAJack 69 Posted June 16, 2020 Share Posted June 16, 2020 Very tempting! Now at $249 with free shipping, down to $239 if ordered via the Amazon app. Link to post Share on other sites
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