In the price range I feel it is a wonderful cartridge. Real easy to mount but I found it a little difficult to get it aligned properly. I installed it on a Dual 1218 turntable and set up the track weight to the recommended 1.8 grams. With the 2M red installed I heard vocals/music that was not present with the old cartridge. Very happy with the 2M Red. I suspect it will sound even better after breakin.