Nick. For your information I've just had the examination report back from expert stylus & cartridge company.
If you would like to contribute towards the re-tip I'd appreciate it.
CARTRIDGE EXAMINATION REPORT
Date: 17/05/2017
Dear Mr
Model: Denon DL-103C1 Serial No. 1200
Having carried out a detailed examination of your cartridge confirm as follows:
Coils: 16 ohms - good
Suspension: good
Cantilever: Aluminium - good
Diamond: Very badly worn
Recommendation: Cleaning of the cartridge and re-tipping existing aluminium cantilever with low mass Paratrace profile diamond and audition.
Cost of necessary work: £130.00 inclusive of return insured postage.
Please confirm if you would like to proceed.
Payment will be requested upon completion of work.
Delivery: 3/4 weeks
Packaging:Original inner and outer boxes .
Guard: Yes