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Input transformer for His Master's Noise

"his master noise"

Sowter 8055 is suitable for MC catridge with internal impedance less than 15 ohms.
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Thanks to everyone who replied. I'll contact K & K as suggested. My main cartridge for the past 10 years is a Shelter 901 II MC. I also have an SL 20 E and a Clearaudio Stradivari arriving before Christmas. I don't see any suggestions for vintage transformers. Should they be avoided?
 
There are vintage types like the UTC HA-100X which are very good, but hideously expensive. I prefer the LL1941 to the 100X.

I have also had Partridge 977 and 973 which while nice were more than a bit euphonic.

The Cinemag 3440A may be a good match to the Shelter cartridge you have. I had a pair, but ended up preferring others.

I've also been down the solid state head amp path which did not work out for me.

I have omitted several other transformers because I no longer remember what they were.. LOL