True, sometimes, but if it's a "vs." comparison, it's not particularly fair to the Red. But that's ok, I always like to read peoples' impressions of cartridges, and comparisons to others, regardless of price.
Because, as stated in the OP, I own them both. The Red is installed on a H-K T30C. The Bluepoint is on the shelf (displaced by an EVO III). Based on the input, am going to swap out the Red for the Bluepoint No. 2.
Installed the Bluepoint No. 2 on the H-K today. A definite step up in sound quality.......but as someone said in an earlier post, it should be. Costs 4X as much as the 2M Red.
Looks like this thread has concluded. I have experience with both carts and yes, the Red is great but not on the same level as the BP. However the Red has nice high end extension which is the usual complaint regarding the BP.
Overall, the BP's midrange is gorgeous and full, the Red simply cannot touch it. The BP also tracks much much better.
I used my BP until the cantilever finally gave out. I still have it and perhaps will send it in for a replacement stylus. RIP.
Have you heard the 2MBronze or Black? Both are candidates for my next cart along with a Dynavector.
The Black would be great I am sure!
But - what MC might compare pricewise and which would I prefer.....?
I have mostly always had MC's
The Blue is a mixed bag - I mostly love it for it's clarity, detail and presision.
However - mixed with my Gyrodec I wonder if it is a little lightweight....?
Deep bass is all there - but it's almost like there is a slight suckout 100 - 300 HZ
and a boost around 30Hz.... Not sure - still running it in.
Me??I can get a good deal from my dealer on the black, but I assume I would still pay $500 for it. So I think I can get the Bronze for $300....have you considered the Bronze?
Because, as stated in the OP, I own them both. The Red is installed on a H-K T30C. The Bluepoint is on the shelf (displaced by an EVO III). Based on the input, am going to swap out the Red for the Bluepoint No. 2.
Sorry to resurrect a really old thread. I have a BP No2 in my Pro-ject RM5 se. I'm thinking of upgrading to the EVO III. can you please comment on what you noticed in your upgrade? Is it enough of an improvement? Or, do I need to go up to the blackbird to really hear a difference?
Thanks!
Sorry to resurrect a really old thread. I have a BP No2 in my Pro-ject RM5 se. I'm thinking of upgrading to the EVO III. can you please comment on what you noticed in your upgrade? Is it enough of an improvement? Or, do I need to go up to the blackbird to really hear a difference?
Thanks!