Κεφαλές Πικάπ

Κεφαλή ΜΜ(κινητού μαγνήτη)Προδιαγραφές:Output voltage at 1000 Hz, 5cm/sec.5,5 mVChannel balance at 1 kHz 1,5 dBChannel separation at 1 kHz22 dBChannel separation at 15 kHz15 dBFrequency range at - 3dB20-22.000 HzFrequency response20-20.000 Hz + 3 / - 1 dBTracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force70 µmCompliance, dynamic, lateral20 µm/mNStylus typeEllipticalStylus tip radiusr/R 8/18 µmTracking force range1,6-2,0g (16-20 mN)Tracking force, recommended1,8 g (18 mN)Tracking angle20°Internal impedance, DC resistance1,3 kOhmInternal inductance700 mHRecommended load resistance47 kOhmRecommended load capacitance150-300 pFCartridge colour, body/stylusBlack/RedCartridge weight7,2 g 

Our best budget cartridge!The music hall Spirit is a supremely musical, moving magnet phono cartridge.Developed and built specially for Music Hall by Audio Technica, this little gem incorporates a low-mass cantilever and an elliptical stylus tip that gets down deep into the grooves (pun intended) and sets the music free.The Spirit is as easy to use as it is compatible, performing admirably with a wide range of tonearms and turntables. Built for longevity, it features a user-replaceable stylus.

H Hana SL είναι η κεφαλή Hana με τις περισσότερες κριτικές και βραβεία μέχρι σήμερα. Διακρίνεται για το μαύρο σώμα του και την ακίδα Shibata. Η Hana SL διαθέτει μεγαλύτερη ακρίβεια σε ισορροπία καναλιών, μεγαλύτερο διαχωρισμό καναλιών και βελτιωμένη επέκταση υψηλών συχνοτήτων.“A first-class MC cartridge” – STEREO (Germany)  “Remarkably smooth frequency response…terrific value for the money.” – HiFi World (UK) “In the same class as a cartridge costing 10x the price.” – TNT Audio (France) Stereophile Recommended Component USA The Absolute Sound USA Golden Ear Award 2017Rocky Mountain International HiFi Press Award winner  2018 and 2019

Κινητού πηνίου(MC).Προδιαγραφές:  Output voltage at 1000 Hz, 5cm/sec.0,3 mVChannel balance at 1 kHz< 0,8 dBChannel separation at 1 kHz> 27 dBChannel separation at 15 kHz> 20 dBFrequency range at - 3dB20 - 60.000 HzFrequency response 20 kHz - 20 kHz+1,5/0Tracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force *)90 µmCompliance, dynamic, lateral16 µm/mNStylus typeNude Shibata, Boron cantileverStylus tip radiusr/R 6/50 µmTracking force range2,0-2,5 g (20-25 mN)Tracking force, recommended2,3 g (23 mN)Tracking angle20°Internal impedance, DC resistance5 OhmRecommended load impedance> 10 OhmCartridge body materialStainless steel AluminiumCartridge colourBlack/BlackCartridge weight10,7 gram 

The Super OM 5E major improvements: 1. By means of computer simulations it has been possible to define the natural pivot point of the system with unprecedented accuracy while achieving an optimum oscillation balance. The result: improved linearity, higher channel separation and reduced distortion. 2. Slit less than 1 mm dia. hollow pole pins significantly reduces eddy current losses caused by magnetic hysteresis. This technology extends the frequency range and improves phase linearity. 3. OM Super 5 cartridge body is manufactured from a Noryl (plastic & glass compound) which ensures high rigidity and freedom from resonances. Optimal fit and sound reproductionIf your tonearm has a standard headshell or a cartridge mount, then step up to optimal sound reproduction with OM’s. A glance at anyone of these cartridges will reveal Ortofon's answer to perfect tonearm matching. Ingeniously tucked into the top of the mounting bracket is a tiny, removable weight-plate. If your tonearm is an standard tonearm, just leave the weight-plate. If your tonearm is one of the low mass types, then simply remove the weight. The mass of your OM cartridge is now a mere 2.5g. Super OM 5E features Elliptical stylus that provides balanced and distortion-free playback. Elliptical diamonds are able to follow the groove oscillations more accurately than spherical diamonds due to their contoured shape. This results in better tracking and less distortion. Styli types and interchangeabilityThe OM 5s features a Spherical diamond. Spherical diamonds are the simplest and most robust diamonds. The OM 5E and Super OM 5E feature an Elliptical diamond. In the development of OM cartridges, a major objective was to provide the music lover with the opportunity to optimize sound reproduction without having to replace the entire cartridge. Instead of being merely intended for replacement purposes following wear or damage, the OM 5 Series allows you to step up to better sound by simply upgrading the stylus. Specifications : Output voltage at 1000 Hz, 5cm/sec. - 4 mV Channel balance at 1 kHz - 1.5 dB Channel separation at 1 kHz - 22 dB Channel separation at 15 kHz - 15 dB Frequency range at - 3dB - 20-25.000 Hz Frequency response - 20-20.000 Hz ± 2 dB Tracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force - 65 µm Compliance, dynamic, lateral - 20 µm/mN Stylus type - Elliptical Stylus tip radius - r/R 8/18 µm Tracking force range - 1.5-2.0 g (15-20 mN) Tracking force, recommended - 1.75 g (17.5 mN) Tracking angle - 20° Internal impedance, DC resistance - 1 kOhm Internal inductance - 580 mH Recommended load resistance - 47 kOhm Recommended load capacitance - 200-500 pF Cartridge colour, body/stylus - Black/Black Cartridge weight incl. extra weight - 5 g Cartridge weight excl. extra weight - 2.5 g

Η κλασική κεφαλή της Denon, η DL-103, αποτελεί το βιομηχανικό πρότυπο για δεκαετίες. Παρέχοντας ομαλή απόκριση σε πολλά συστήματα Hi-Fi, η DL-103 αποδίδει ευχάριστο ήχο και αναδεικνύει τις πλήρεις λεπτομέρειες της απόδοσης ήχου.Χαρακτηριστικά:Frequency response (Hz): 20-45,000Output@1khz, 50mm/sec: .3mVOutput impedance: 40 ohmsLoad impedance: 100ohmsChannel seperation at 1kHz: over 25dbChannel sensitivity: 1dB or lessTracking tip: 16.5 micron special round solid diamondCopliance: 5x10-6cm/dyne (100Hz)Tracking force- 2.3~2.7gCantilever: aluminum, conicalMass: 8.5g

Η Nagaoka Mp-110 αποτελέι το διάδοχο της άκρως επιτυχημένης κεφαλής, Mp-11. Η νέα αυτή βελτιωμένη έκδοση προσφέρει καλύτερη ποιότητα στον ήχο και μεγαλύτερη λεπτομέρεια κατά την αναπαραγωγή. Παράλληλα η ποιότητα κατασκευής της είναι τέτοια ώστε να διαρκεί σε βάθος χρόνου χωρίς να προκαλούνται εύκολα φθορές.Χαρακτηριστικά:Τύπος: Κινητού ΜαγνήτηCantilever: αλουμινίουStylus type: Superfine polished elliptical bonded diamond with 0.4 x 0.7 mil radiiΒάρος: 6.5 gOutput voltage: 1kHz,5cm/sec: 5mVΣυχνοτική απόκριση: 20Hz-20kHzChannel ισορροπία: 1kHz: > 1.5dBChannel διαχωρισμός: 1kHz: > 23dBΕνδεικτική αντίσταση: 47k ohmsDynamic compliance: 6.0 x 10-6 cm/dyneStatic compliance: 18 x 10-6 cm/dyneTracking force range: 1.5 - 2.0 g

A solid upgrade over entry-level cartridges…Developed and built specially for Music Hall by Audio Technica, the Melody offers exceptional performance at an affordable price.The cartridge incorporates a low-mass aluminum cantilever which responds more quickly and accurately to undulations in the record groove thus producing a clean clear distortion-free sound.The Melody is easy to use and is compatible with a wide range of tonearms and turntables. Built for longevity, it features a user-replaceable stylus.

Κεφαλή ΜΜ(κινητού μαγνήτη)Προδιαγραφές:Output voltage at 1000 Hz, 5cm/sec.5,5 mVChannel balance at 1 kHz 1,5 dBChannel separation at 1 kHz25 dBChannel separation at 15 kHz15 dBFrequency range at - 3dB20-25.000 HzFrequency response20-20.000 Hz + 2 / - 1 dBTracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force80 µmCompliance, dynamic, lateral20 µm/mNStylus typeNude EllipticalStylus tip radiusr/R 8/18 µmTracking force range1,6-2,0g (16-20 mN)Tracking force, recommended1,8 g (18 mN)Tracking angle20°Internal impedance, DC resistance1,3 kOhmInternal inductance700 mHRecommended load resistance47 kOhmRecommended load capacitance150-300 pFCartridge colour, body/stylusBlack/BlueCartridge weight7,2 g 

Awesome sound in red states and blue statesBoth the Blue3 and Red3 use a four piece OTL cantilever that has a Grado specific diamond mounted on a brass bushing. The Red3 are hand selected from Blue3 production runs which meet higher test specifications. Approximately 10% of the run usually exhibits these specs and become a Red3.Grado’s OTL, or optimized transmission line, technology provides an ideal transfer of signal from the surface of the LP to the generator of the system. This technology rejects unwanted resonances and lowers distortion preserving the fundamental and harmonic frequencies of the music. This also helps keep noise generated by the motor system in the cartridge to a minimum.Grado’s OTL stylus/cantilever design makes records sound quieter, improves the height, width, and depth of the soundstage, and present more detail than previously obtainable.The Red3 & Blue3 are all hand assembled by our team in Brooklyn, with some builders having over 25 years of experience. With the recent development of the highly received Lineage Series of cartridges, we were able to have a trickle down of technology and bring a new technique to the Red3 & Blue3. This updated series of cartridges offers excellent tonal balance, dynamics, and realism, for a most rewarding reproduction of vocals and instruments. Our coil winding techniques, using ultra high purity copper wire which were honed during the development of the Lineage Series, have let the electrical circuits achieve unison between the four coils in each phono cartridge. This allows for a precise balance between channels and accurate stereo imaging.As in all Grado phono cartridges the Red3 & Blue3 are powered by a twin magnet system that optimizes the balance between stereo channels. All internal magnetic circuit parts are held to extremely high tolerances creating the desired stereo imaging. Grado’s patented Flux-Bridger design allows the Red3 & Blue3 to have one of the lowest effective moving mass generating systems while creating an excellent balance throughout the full frequency range.The development of the Epoch in the Lineage Series gave us an in-depth experience with using an outer housing as a damping device. This led to the creation of a process which de-stresses the chassis and dissipates unwanted energy & resonant frequencies, allowing the desired signal to travel freely.

Η DL-103R είναι βλετιωμένη έκδοση της DL-103. Παρέχει βελτιωμένο ήχο χρησιμοποιώντας 6N χάλκινα πηνία τυλιγμένα με ακρίβεια στον άξονα προβόλου. Οι λάτρεις του ήχου θα ευχαριστηθούν με τις λεπτομέρειες που αναδεικνύονται με αυτή την εκπληκτική κεφαλή πικάπ.Χαρακτηριστικά:Principle Moving coil: (MC) typeOutput Voltage: 0.25 mV (1 kHz, 50 mm/s horizontal directionChannel Balance: 1 dB max. (1 kHz)Channel Separation: 25 dB min. (1 kHz)Electrical Impedance: 14 ohms ±20%Compliance: 5 x 10-3 m/NStylus: 0.2 mm square solid diamondTracking Force: 25 mN ±3 mN (2.5 g ±0.3 g)Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 45 kHzMass: 8.5 g

First released in 1978 and recipient of the prestigious (at the time) Design and Engineering Award at the Chicago CES in both 1978 and 1981. The new Dynavector 10X5 MKII MC cartridge presents a new benchmark in High Output MC cartridge performance not requiring a step-up device or MC phono preamplifier.ImprovementsAlong with several exclusive Dynavector technologies that include Magnetic Flux Damping, Softened Magnetism (Patent) and powerful neodymium magnets that provide the smooth treble response Dynavector are renowned for.The Dynavector 10X5 MKII also features an improved stylus assembly with the nude diamond “Shibata III” line contact stylus and improved hardened cantilever material. These improvements ensure secure tracking ability over even the most torturous of record grooves whilst achieving extended high frequency response and enhanced musical resolution. The legendary Dynavector coil winding technology using the finest of wire has enabled the Dynavector 10X5 MKII to minutely increase the coil windings and achieve a reduction in impedance to 150 ohms whilst retaining a healthy 2.8mV output.Mounting the cartridge to the tonearm is achieved by a rigid red aluminium head block that provides a stable platform for the cartridge along with easy and secure fixing to the tonearm.

Κεφαλή ΜΜ(κινητού μαγνήτη)Προδιαγραφές:Output voltage at 1000 Hz, 5cm/sec.5 mVChannel balance at 1 kHz1 dBChannel separation at 1 kHz26 dBChannel separation at 15 kHz15 dBFrequency range at - 3dB20-31.000 HzFrequency response20-20.000 + 2 / - 0 dBTracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force80 µmCompliance, dynamic, lateral22 µm/mNStylus typeNude ShibataStylus tip radiusr/R 6/50 µmTracking force range1,4-1,7g (14-17 mN)Tracking force, recommended1,5 g (15 mN)Tracking angle20°Internal impedance, DC resistance1,2 kOhmInternal inductance630 mHRecommended load resistance47 kOhmRecommended load capacitance150-300 pFCartridge colour, body/stylusBlack/BlackCartridge weight7,2 g 

Η σειρά Goldring E Series χρησιμοποιεί διπλούς μαγνήτες χαμηλής μάζας (Magnetic Duplex) οι οποίοι επιδρούν σε ένα πηνίο που είναι τοποθετημένο κατά 45 μοίρες και αυξάνουν τον διαχωρισμό των καναλιών. Μαγνητική τεχνολογία Duplex ™ Όλες οι κεφαλές της σειράς διαθέτουν μαγνητική τεχνολογία Duplex ™ - μια γεννήτρια διπλού μαγνήτη, η οποία ανιχνεύει με μεγαλύτερη ακρίβεια την αυλάκωση εγγραφής, παρέχοντας καλύτερο στερεοφωνικό διαχωρισμό και ένα πιο συναρπαστικό και μουσικό στάδιο ήχου. Εξειδικευμένη ρύθμιση Οι κεφαλές της σειράς E έχουν σχεδιαστεί έτσι ώστε να επιτρέπουν μικρές ρυθμίσεις κατά την εγκατάσταση χρησιμοποιώντας μια ειδική βίδα ρύθμισης. Αυτό σημαίνει ότι η κεφαλή μπορεί να εγκατασταθεί με ασφάλεια ακομα και σε ένα τυπικό πικάπ επειδή έχει προκαθοριστεί η γωνία που κάνει η βελόνα με την επιφάνεια εγγραφής. Το αποτέλεσμα είναι μια βελτιστοποιημένη ισορροπία καναλιών με την απαιτούμενη ρύθμιση οριζόντιας παρακολούθησης. Αυτό εξασφαλίζει συνεπή και ήσυχη απόδοση για τη διάρκεια ζωής του προϊόντος. Με σφαιρικό στυλ της βελόνας , τα μοντέλα E1 και E2 είναι ιδανικά για αναβάθμιση σε οποιοδήποτε προϋπολογισμό.

Χειροποίητη κεφαλή με βελόνα microlinear. Τύπος κεφαλής VM Stereo dual magnetic, διαθέτει TPC πηνία, έξοδος: 3.5mV, 20-25000Hz, συνιστώμενη αντίσταση 47ΚΩ, διαθέτει ενσωματωμένο μεταλλικό σπείρωμα τοποθέτησης.

Για την μέγιστη δυνατή απόλαυση της δικής σας συλλογής βινυλίου, δοκιμάστε την κεφαλή πικάπ DL-110. Η υψηλή της έξοδος σας επιτρέπει να την χρησιμοποιήσετε εναλλακτικά με είσοδο πικάπ κινητού μαγνήτη. Η DL-110 έχει τρόπο να διεισδύει στα αυλάκια του δίσκου και να εξάγει τις περιεχόμενες πληροφορίες με πλήρως αυθεντικό τρόπο. Χαρακτηριστικά: Type: MC Weight: 4.8 Output impedance:160 ohmsFrequency range: 20 Hz - 45 Output voltage: 1.6 m

The Ortofon Quintet moving coil cartridge system for high performance sound reproduction of your favourite analogue records! Ortofon has been working with sound reproduction since 1918. Ortofon developed its first phono cartridge in 1948, since then more than 300 different phono cartridges have been engineered and manufactured. Reflecting our extensive experience in industrial design and technological knowhow we have become the global leader in the manufacture and supply of phono cartridges.The Quintet Series has been engineered in accordance with the highest standards and is congruent with Ortofon’s unrelenting commitment to providing the most precise and accurate reproduction possible without coloration. Each of the five Quintet Series cartridges has its individual sonic expression, and all five models together represent the ensemble of five classic variations:Χαρακτηριστικά:Output voltage at 1000 Hz, 5cm/sec. : 0.3 mVChannel balance at 1 kHz : < 1.0 dBChannel separation at 1 kHz : > 23 dBChannel separation at 15 kHz : > 15 dBFrequency range at - 3dB : 20 - 25.000 HzFrequency response 20-20.000 Hz : +/- 1.5 dBTracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force : 80 µmCompliance, dynamic, lateral : 15 µm/mNStylus type : Nude Shibata on Boron cantileverStylus tip radius : r/R 6/50 µmTracking force range : 2.1-2.5 g (21-25 mN) Quintet SideBlack01Tracking force, recommended : 2.3 g (23 mN)Tracking angle : 20°Internal impedance, DC resistance : 5 OhmRecommended load impedance : > 20 OhmCartridge body material : ABS/AluminiumCoil wire material : Aucurum

Drawing on Dynavector's 'dispersion theory' that produced the original world first KARAT series Dynavector are indeed proud to announce the entirely new 17DX KARAT Diamond phono cartridge. As in the past KARAT series, the frequency response of the new KARAT 17DX at 20 to 20,000 Hz is ruler flat providing an extremely accurate groove tracking ability. However, several new features will ensure that the new 17DX will shortly gain the same legendary status and soon surpass its predecessors.Features and ImprovementsThe rationale for the new KARAT 17DX was to significantly improve upon the now legendary original KARAT series. After exhaustive listening and technical research, the decision was made to incorporate a body machined from solid brass, Samarium-cobalt magnets for lower magnetic resistance, unmatched coil winding techniques, the incredible 1.7mm long cantilever with Micro Ridge stylus all combining in a brand-new KARAT 17DX that will delight the listener, providing clear and articulate reproduction of analog recordings without a hint of harshness in the high frequency range.

Χειροποίητη Reference κεφαλή κατόπιν ειδικής παραγγελίας Made in England.

Κεφαλή ΜΜ(κινητού μαγνήτη)Προδιαγραφές:Output voltage at 1000 Hz, 5cm/sec.4 mVChannel balance at 1 kHz2 dBChannel separation at 1 kHz22 dBChannel separation at 15 kHz15 dBFrequency range at - 3dB20-25.000 HzFrequency response20-20.000 Hz ± 2 dBTracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force *)65 µmCompliance, dynamic, lateral20 µm/mNStylus typeEllipticalStylus tip radiusr/R 8/18 µmTracking force range1,5-2,0 g (15-20 mN)Tracking force, recommended1,75 g (17,5 mN)Tracking angle20°Internal impedance, DC resistance750 OhmInternal inductance450 mHRecommended load resistance47 kOhmRecommended load capacitance200-600 pFCartridge colour, body/stylusBlack/BlackCartridge weight5 g 

The Nagaoka MP-150 phonograph cartridge offers superior clarity, detail and dynamic contrast and offers fine solid bass, superb fluidity across the frequency spectrum, and sweet highs.Χαρακτηριστικά:Superfine polished special eliptical diamond stylusPowerfull samarium cobalt magnetHardened low-mass, tapered aluminum alloy cantilever for very high fidelityCarbon fibre reinforced plastic shoeAnti ferro magnetic permalloy shield casingΠροδιαγραφές:Type: Moving magnetCantilever: Hardened, low-mass taperedStylus type: Superfine elliptical diamondWeight: 6.5 gOutput voltage: 1kHz,5cm/sec: 4.5mVFrequency response: 20Hz-20kHzChannel balance 1kHz: > 1.5dBChannel separation: 1kHz: > 24dBRecommended loading: 47k ohmsDynamic compliance: 6.0 x 10-6 cm/dyneStatic compliance: 18 x 10-6 cm/dyneTracking force range: 1.5 - 2.0 g

The VM530EN is a top-end elliptical stylus cartridge in Audio-Technica’s new VM cartridge line – a line that harks back to A-T’s early days as a manufacturer primarily of high-end phono cartridges, while also incorporating today’s advanced technology.Like all VM cartridges, the VM530EN is equipped with dual magnets that are positioned to match the left and right channels in the stereo record groove for outstanding channel separation and extended frequency response.The cartridge’s lightweight 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical nude stylus reduces the execution mass of the vibration system, enabling fuller frequency reproduction and less tracking distortion than a bonded stylus. Includes mounting hardware.Χαρακτηριστικά:Frequency Response: 20-25,000 HzChannel Separation: 27 dB (1 kHz)Vertical Tracking Force: 1.8-2.2 g (2.0 g standard)Stylus Construction: Nude round shankRecommended Load Impedance: 47,000 ohmsOutput: 4.5 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)Channel Balance: 1.5 dB (1 kHz)Stylus Shape: 0.3 x 0.7 mil ellipticalCantilever: Aluminum pipeMount: Half-inchReplacement Stylus: VMN30EN

Dual Magnet (ΜΜ) Πηνία υψηλών προδιαγραφών παράλληλου τυλίγματος. Κάθε μία από τις κεφαλές κινητού μαγνήτη, είναι σχολαστικά κατασκευασμένες που συναρμολογούνται με το χέρι με τα υψηλότερα πρότυπα από άριστα εκπαιδευμένους τεχνικούς. Η διαδικασία σχεδιασμού και συναρμολόγησης επικεντρώνονται σε έναν και μόνο στόχο, "την εξόρυξη" περισσότερης μουσικής από βινύλιο σας.Κάθε μια χρησιμοποιεί ένα ζεύγος παράλληλων πηνίων, τα οποία στη συνέχεια συναρμολογούνται προσεκτικά προσαρμοσμένα να δημιουργήσει μια στέρεογεννήτρια. Κάθε κεφαλή στη συνέχεια δοκιμάζεται και ελέγχεται πάνω από δύο ημέρες για να εξασφαλίσει όλες τις αυστηρές παραμέτρους για κάθε μοντέλοώστε να πληρείτε πριν τη συσκευασία ή τελειότητα.Η πολυ- βραβευμένη  κεφαλή Rega κινητού μαγνήτη προσφέρει απαράμιλλη καθαρότητα, την πολύ καλή  στερεοφωνική απεικόνιση και  δυναμικές επιδόσειςστην επαφή με τη συλλογή δίσκων βινυλίου σας όπως ποτέ.Χαρακτηριστικά:Τύπος: Dual Magnet (ΜΜ)Πηνία: Υψηλών προδιαγραφών παράλληλου τυλίγματοςCantilever: CarbonStylus: Αιχμή κατεργασμένου τετράγωνου διαμαντιούΙσορροπία καναλιών: 0 dBΈξοδος: 6.8 - 7.2mVΒάρος Ανάγνωσης: 1.5-1.75 grΒάρος: 6,5 gr

The VM540ML MicroLine® stylus cartridge is the premier 500 Series model in Audio-Technica’s new VM cartridge line – a line that harks back to A-T’s early days as a manufacturer primarily of high-end phono cartridges, while also incorporating today’s advanced technology. Like all VM cartridges, the VM540ML is equipped with dual magnets that are positioned to match the left and right channels in the stereo record groove for outstanding channel separation and extended frequency response. The cartridge’s MicroLine® stylus allows it to trace the record groove with incredible accuracy, resulting in nuanced audio reproduction that elliptical and conical styli simply can’t match. The stylus’s multilevel shape also wears better than other styli, while reducing the wear on your records. Includes mounting hardware. Χαρακτηριστικά:Frequency Response: 20-27,000 HzChannel Separation: 28 dB (1 kHz)Vertical Tracking Force: 1.8-2.2 g (2.0 g standard)Stylus Construction: Nude square shankRecommended Load Impedance: 47,000 ohmsOutput: 4.0 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)Channel Balance: 1.0 dB (1 kHz)Stylus Shape: 2.2 x 0.12 mil MicroLine®Cantilever: Aluminum tapered pipeMount: Half-inchReplacement Stylus: VMN40M

Dual Moving Magnet Stereo Cartridge A high-end model featuring a MicroLine™ stylus in an aluminium die-cast alloy body. In addition to outstanding high-frequency reproduction, this model enables clear sound image localisation. Aluminium tapered cantilever Para-toroidal coils improve generating efficiency Centre shield plate between the left and right channels reduces crosstalk Die-cast aluminium alloy housing reduces vibration and adds a natural electrical shield Audio-Technica’s internationally-patented Dual Magnet design replicates the structure of the cutter head. Instead of using a single, large magnet, the two magnets are arranged in the shape of a "V". The two magnets are positioned precisely to match the positions of the left and right channels in the stereo groove walls. Consequently, the VM design ensures outstanding channel separation, extended frequency response and superb tracking. Para-toroidal generating system Para-toroidal coils improve generating efficiency and offer superb linearity since leakage of magnetic flux in this continuous and unitised magnetic circuit is low. Permeability of the cores is also optimised through the use of laminated cores. Centre shield plate reduces crosstalk A permalloy centre shield plate enables the effective separation of left and right channels, suppressing electrical crosstalk to below 40dB. This is similar to the actual crosstalk value found in the grooves of the record itself. Χαρακτηριστικά : Τύπος: VM Dual Magnet Πηνία: τύπου paratoroidal με PCOCC Cantilever: Aluminium Tapered Pipe Τύπος ακίδας: Nude MicroLine® 2.2 x 0.12 mil Έξοδος: 4.0mV Απόκριση Συχνότητας: 20Hz -27KHz Διαχωρισμός καναλιών: 28 dB Ισορροπία καναλιών: 1.0 dB Βάρος Ανάγνωσης: 1.8-2.2 g (2.0 g standard) Συνιστώμενη Αντίσταση: 47 KΩ Στατική Ενδοτικότητα: 40 x 10-6 cm/dyne Δυναμική Ενδοτικότητα: 10 x 10-6 cm/dyne Βάρος: 8.0 gr Το προϊόν φέρει ταινία γνησιότητας του εργοστασίου. Made in Japan

The OM 5S is a moving magnet cartridge for general purpose applicationIf your tonearm has a standard headshell or a cartridge mount, then step up to optimal sound reproduction with OM’s. A glance at anyone of these cartridges will reveal Ortofon's answer to perfect tonearm matching. Ingeniously tucked into the top of the mounting bracket is a tiny, removable weight-plate. If your tonearm is an standard tonearm, just leave the weight-plate. If your tonearm is one of the low mass types, then simply remove the weight. The mass of your OM cartridge is now a mere 2.5 g. Styli types and interchangeabilityBy adopting a wide range of replacement styli, the OM 5 Series can provide an optimum match for your home system, application and budget. In the development of OM cartridges, a major objective was to provide the music lover with the opportunity to optimize sound reproduction without having to replace the entire cartridge. Instead of being merely intended for replacement purposes following wear or damage, the OM 5 Series allows you to step up to better sound by simply upgrading the stylus. Specifications : Output voltage at 1000 Hz, 5cm/sec. - 4.5 mV Channel balance at 1 kHz - 2 dB Channel separation at 1 kHz - 20 dB Channel separation at 15 kHz - 12 dB Frequency range at - 3dB - 20-20.000 Hz Frequency response - 20-22.000 Hz Tracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force *) - 60 µm Compliance, dynamic, lateral - 20 µm/mN Stylus type - Spherical Stylus tip radius - R 18 µm Tracking force range - 1.5-2.0 g (15-20 mN) Tracking force, recommended - 1.75 g (17.5 mN) Tracking angle - 20° Internal impedance, DC resistance - 750 Ohm Internal inductance - 450 mH Recommended load resistance - 47 kOhm Recommended load capacitance - 200-500 pF Cartridge colour, body/stylus - Black/Black Cartridge weight incl. extra weight - 5 g Cartridge weight excl. extra weight - 2.5 g

The CLUB boasts the best specifications and best sound, making it an ideal choice for Club DJs in any environment: studio, broadcast or club.The CLUB features a Special-Elliptic stylus that allows for detailed sound quality: Special-Elliptic stylus fits better in the groove and therefore has more contact area with the groove itself, extracting more intricate details, than is possible with a spherical diamond.The CLUB’s 8 mV output voltage requires less gain from the preamps, providing cleaner sound reproduction and less susceptibility to feedback in live environments.The CLUB offers an outstanding platform for archival and sampling.

Η Ortofon Concorde MkII Club διαθέτει τις καλύτερες προδιαγραφές και τον καλύτερο ήχο, καθιστώντας την ιδανική επιλογή για DJ σε οποιοδήποτε περιβάλλον: στούντιο, εκπομπή ή club. Η ειδικά ελλειπτική γραφίδα ταιριάζει καλύτερα στην αυλάκωση και επομένως έχει περισσότερη περιοχή επαφής με την αυλάκωση, εξάγοντας πιο περίπλοκες λεπτομέρειες. Η τάση εξόδου 8 mV της CLUB απαιτεί μικρότερο κέρδος από τους προενισχυτές, παρέχοντας καθαρότερη αναπαραγωγή ήχου και λιγότερη ευαισθησία στην ανάδραση σε ζωντανό περιβάλλοντα.

Lyra again turns the analog world on its ear with the introduction of the Etna λ Lambda SL phono cartridge. Sharing its name with Sicily’s majestic Mount Etna, Etna λ Lambda SL the cartridge is an impressive monument in its own right, one that melds tried and true Lyra design tenets with designer Jonathan Carr’s very latest thinking on phono cartridges.Etna λ Lambda SL was designed with a strong emphasis on engineering efficiency, so that its performance would be as far beyond the sum of its parts as possible. For this reason, although it shares some of its design philosophy with Atlas λ Lambda SL, the concepts are executed rather differently.Etna λ Lambda SL employs a solid titanium core structure machined with non-parallel surfaces to inhibit internal reflections whenever possible, but unlike Atlas (and Titan i before it), this is mated to a slightly undersized, asymmetric, mirror-black anodized duralumin outer body that locks over the core like a very tightly-fitting jigsaw puzzle. The core and body are augmented with bronze and stainless-steel resonance control rods, then pressure-fit together into a pre-stressed, solid, void-free structure which is comprised of multiple materials and complex internal shapes. The constrained-layer nature of this construction dramatically reduces the resonant signature of each material and creates a far more neutral-sounding body structure than otherwise possible, while the high body stiffness benefits transients, dynamics and resolution.Etna λ Lambda SL uses a yokeless dual magnet system, diamond-coated boron rod cantilever and Lyra-designed variable-radius line-contact stylus. Lyra remains the only cartridge manufacturer to mount the cantilever directly into the cartridge body to create a rigid, seamless connection between the cantilever assembly and tonearm headshell. Why? Linear transducers such as phono cartridges are inherently inefficient devices, on the order of 5-10%. In other words, of the vibrational energy that enters a cartridge from the LP groove, only 5-10% will be converted into electrical signal. The cartridge’s internal damping system will dissipate some of the remaining 90 to 95%, but much of the excess vibrational energy will reflect inside the cartridge, creating internal echoes and a general diminishing of fidelity. It is quite easy to hear this with many cartridges- play a highly modulated LP with the power amp turned off, and bring your ear close to the cartridge. The “needle talk” that you hear is excess vibrational energy which isn’t being controlled properly. Etna λ Lambda SL’s direct-mounted cantilever helps conduct this excess vibrational energy into the headshell, where it is safely dissipated within the greater mass of the tonearm and turntable plinth. Etna λ Lambda SL utilizes the asymmetric design concept first seen in the flagship Atlas, but moves the screw/screwhole all the way to the front of the cartridge and interposes a bronze damping barrier between it and the mechanical path linking the cantilever assembly to the tonearm headshell. Freed of all obstructions and voids, the rigid, direct path established between cantilever and headshell is highly effective at draining away vibrations once they have been converted into electrical signals, effectively suppressing induced resonances and internal reflections that would otherwise manifest as sonic colorations. A narrowed mounting area couples Etna λ Lambda SL more tightly to the headshell and facilitates the transfer of vibrational energy into the tonearm, giving even better control over spurious resonances.Another design strength is Etna λ Lambda SL high-efficiency X-shaped signal coils, another attribute it shares with the flagship Atlas. Compared to traditional square coil formers the X-shape allows each channel to operate with greater independence from one another, giving better tracking, tighter channel matching, improved separation, and lower crosstalk-induced distortion. Although there are and have been other X-coil cartridges, their benefits have been accompanied by poor efficiency (in converting mechanical work into electrical output), either requiring high internal impedance (the larger coils add considerable moving mass and increase noise) and/or having low output voltage (which stresses the phono stage). To overcome this weakness, Lyra conducted a careful investigation of X-core coils, using a combination of mathematical analysis and hands-on experimentation. The outcome of the analysis program was a very specific X-core shape and dimensions that not only had higher efficiency than any previous X-core cartridge, but also surpassed the efficiency of Lyra’s earlier square-coil cartridge designs.Lyra’s New Angle technology mechanically pre-biases the signal coils so they are perfectly aligned to the front and rear magnets during LP playback, which allows the coils to move optimally in all directions for superior, distortion-free playback.A seldom-mentioned yet key factor in defining the performance and sound of a phono cartridge is the suspension and damper system. A cantilever’s materials, dimensions and constructions all affect the sound in unique ways, and unless the dampers and suspension are engineered to be a suitable match to the cantilever chosen, the sound and performance will not be optimal.For Lyra’s post-2008 New Angle models (Delos, Kleos, Etna, Atlas) we developed tapered dampers to pre-load the cantilever downwards when it is in the rest position, so that the application of vertical tracking force (VTF) will bring the coil angle into alignment with the magnets when the cartridge is in the playing position. Our continued research into dampers and suspension systems has now led to the next level up - Lambda. Lambda separates the tapered dampers of the New Angle cartridges into flat elastomer discs (for damping) and an additional support “pillow” to serve as the cantilever pre-loading element. This division allows the use of more specialized materials that are better suited to their individual tasks.The Lambda Atlas and Etna thereby continue the New Angle benefits (coil and magnet angles become aligned when the cartridge is in the playing position), but stability and sonic performance are significantly improved.The Lambda improvements apply to both the single coil layer models (Atlas SL, Etna SL) and the standard double coil layer models (Atlas, Etna). Likewise for the Atlas Mono and Etna Mono models.While Etna λ Lambda SL is second from the top in Lyra’s line, one listen will demonstrate that this cartridge’s performance would define the very top of any other cartridge line. Atlas has a very refined, elegant and voluptuous sound while Etna λ Lambda SL personality is more outgoing. We truly believe that choosing between these two exceptional performers will come down to one’s tastes and the system in which it will live. For many customers Etna λ Lambda will be ideal and become their preferred Lyra.

Lyra again turns the analog world on its ear with the introduction of the Etna λ Lambda SL phono cartridge. Sharing its name with Sicily’s majestic Mount Etna, Etna λ Lambda SL the cartridge is an impressive monument in its own right, one that melds tried and true Lyra design tenets with designer Jonathan Carr’s very latest thinking on phono cartridges.Etna λ Lambda SL was designed with a strong emphasis on engineering efficiency, so that its performance would be as far beyond the sum of its parts as possible. For this reason, although it shares some of its design philosophy with Atlas λ Lambda SL, the concepts are executed rather differently.Etna λ Lambda SL employs a solid titanium core structure machined with non-parallel surfaces to inhibit internal reflections whenever possible, but unlike Atlas (and Titan i before it), this is mated to a slightly undersized, asymmetric, mirror-black anodized duralumin outer body that locks over the core like a very tightly-fitting jigsaw puzzle. The core and body are augmented with bronze and stainless-steel resonance control rods, then pressure-fit together into a pre-stressed, solid, void-free structure which is comprised of multiple materials and complex internal shapes. The constrained-layer nature of this construction dramatically reduces the resonant signature of each material and creates a far more neutral-sounding body structure than otherwise possible, while the high body stiffness benefits transients, dynamics and resolution.Etna λ Lambda SL uses a yokeless dual magnet system, diamond-coated boron rod cantilever and Lyra-designed variable-radius line-contact stylus. Lyra remains the only cartridge manufacturer to mount the cantilever directly into the cartridge body to create a rigid, seamless connection between the cantilever assembly and tonearm headshell. Why? Linear transducers such as phono cartridges are inherently inefficient devices, on the order of 5-10%. In other words, of the vibrational energy that enters a cartridge from the LP groove, only 5-10% will be converted into electrical signal. The cartridge’s internal damping system will dissipate some of the remaining 90 to 95%, but much of the excess vibrational energy will reflect inside the cartridge, creating internal echoes and a general diminishing of fidelity. It is quite easy to hear this with many cartridges- play a highly modulated LP with the power amp turned off, and bring your ear close to the cartridge. The “needle talk” that you hear is excess vibrational energy which isn’t being controlled properly. Etna λ Lambda SL’s direct-mounted cantilever helps conduct this excess vibrational energy into the headshell, where it is safely dissipated within the greater mass of the tonearm and turntable plinth. Etna λ Lambda SL utilizes the asymmetric design concept first seen in the flagship Atlas, but moves the screw/screwhole all the way to the front of the cartridge and interposes a bronze damping barrier between it and the mechanical path linking the cantilever assembly to the tonearm headshell. Freed of all obstructions and voids, the rigid, direct path established between cantilever and headshell is highly effective at draining away vibrations once they have been converted into electrical signals, effectively suppressing induced resonances and internal reflections that would otherwise manifest as sonic colorations. A narrowed mounting area couples Etna λ Lambda SL more tightly to the headshell and facilitates the transfer of vibrational energy into the tonearm, giving even better control over spurious resonances.Another design strength is Etna λ Lambda SL high-efficiency X-shaped signal coils, another attribute it shares with the flagship Atlas. Compared to traditional square coil formers the X-shape allows each channel to operate with greater independence from one another, giving better tracking, tighter channel matching, improved separation, and lower crosstalk-induced distortion. Although there are and have been other X-coil cartridges, their benefits have been accompanied by poor efficiency (in converting mechanical work into electrical output), either requiring high internal impedance (the larger coils add considerable moving mass and increase noise) and/or having low output voltage (which stresses the phono stage). To overcome this weakness, Lyra conducted a careful investigation of X-core coils, using a combination of mathematical analysis and hands-on experimentation. The outcome of the analysis program was a very specific X-core shape and dimensions that not only had higher efficiency than any previous X-core cartridge, but also surpassed the efficiency of Lyra’s earlier square-coil cartridge designs.Lyra’s New Angle technology mechanically pre-biases the signal coils so they are perfectly aligned to the front and rear magnets during LP playback, which allows the coils to move optimally in all directions for superior, distortion-free playback.A seldom-mentioned yet key factor in defining the performance and sound of a phono cartridge is the suspension and damper system. A cantilever’s materials, dimensions and constructions all affect the sound in unique ways, and unless the dampers and suspension are engineered to be a suitable match to the cantilever chosen, the sound and performance will not be optimal.For Lyra’s post-2008 New Angle models (Delos, Kleos, Etna, Atlas) we developed tapered dampers to pre-load the cantilever downwards when it is in the rest position, so that the application of vertical tracking force (VTF) will bring the coil angle into alignment with the magnets when the cartridge is in the playing position. Our continued research into dampers and suspension systems has now led to the next level up - Lambda. Lambda separates the tapered dampers of the New Angle cartridges into flat elastomer discs (for damping) and an additional support “pillow” to serve as the cantilever pre-loading element. This division allows the use of more specialized materials that are better suited to their individual tasks.The Lambda Atlas and Etna thereby continue the New Angle benefits (coil and magnet angles become aligned when the cartridge is in the playing position), but stability and sonic performance are significantly improved.The Lambda improvements apply to both the single coil layer models (Atlas SL, Etna SL) and the standard double coil layer models (Atlas, Etna). Likewise for the Atlas Mono and Etna Mono models.While Etna λ Lambda SL is second from the top in Lyra’s line, one listen will demonstrate that this cartridge’s performance would define the very top of any other cartridge line. Atlas has a very refined, elegant and voluptuous sound while Etna λ Lambda SL personality is more outgoing. We truly believe that choosing between these two exceptional performers will come down to one’s tastes and the system in which it will live. For many customers Etna λ Lambda will be ideal and become their preferred Lyra.

The Kleos is the lowest cost Lyra cartridge to feature the full fledged Ogura manufactured boron cantilever and coil system with Lyra original line-contact (3 x 70μm) stylus. This is similar to what is employed on even the most expensive Lyra models.Nevertheless, the most important element of the new Kleos is it’s sound. We firmly believe that the Kleos is capable of extracting more information from the vinyl grooves than it’s predecessors, and that the reproduction of music is both more dynamic, more detailed, and more natural than the models preceding it. We also are of the opinion that the Kleos will set a new standard for sonic performance at it’s price point.Today there are only a small handful of master cartridge builders in the world, and Lyra’s Yoshinori Mishima belongs to this elite group of individuals that are capable of crafting the highest level MC transducers on the planet. His assistant Akiko Ishiyama, who has undergone several years of apprenticeship, is also involved in the building process leading to each Kleos. The Kleos is not only hand made, but each cartridge is listened to extensively and “voiced” by the master cartridge builder, like the finest musical instruments.Lyra offers a unique combination of capable, advanced cartridge design by Jonathan Carr and complete handmade execution by the above mentioned individuals. Investing in a Lyra Kleos through an authorized retailer will offer you an unparallelled analog experience from your stereo microgroove vinyl records.

The Kleos is the lowest cost Lyra cartridge to feature the full fledged Ogura manufactured boron cantilever and coil system with Lyra original line-contact (3 x 70μm) stylus. This is similar to what is employed on even the most expensive Lyra models.Nevertheless, the most important element of the new Kleos is it’s sound. We firmly believe that the Kleos is capable of extracting more information from the vinyl grooves than it’s predecessors, and that the reproduction of music is both more dynamic, more detailed, and more natural than the models preceding it. We also are of the opinion that the Kleos will set a new standard for sonic performance at it’s price point.Today there are only a small handful of master cartridge builders in the world, and Lyra’s Yoshinori Mishima belongs to this elite group of individuals that are capable of crafting the highest level MC transducers on the planet. His assistant Akiko Ishiyama, who has undergone several years of apprenticeship, is also involved in the building process leading to each Kleos. The Kleos is not only hand made, but each cartridge is listened to extensively and “voiced” by the master cartridge builder, like the finest musical instruments.Lyra offers a unique combination of capable, advanced cartridge design by Jonathan Carr and complete handmade execution by the above mentioned individuals. Investing in a Lyra Kleos through an authorized retailer will offer you an unparallelled analog experience from your stereo microgroove vinyl records.

While vinyl records played back with an MC cartridge can sound exceptionally good, it is a surprising fact that the design of conventional MCs restricts the sound quality that can be achieved from LPs. An essential factor for proper operation of an MC cartridge is the angle between the magnetic circuit, signal coils and core. Performance is optimal when the angles are all aligned, but any significant difference in the angles will cause the formation of a strong and directional flux that will flow constantly from the magnetic circuit into the signal core. This directional magnetic flux will orient the core toward a specific direction and make it impossible for the core to move with equal ease in all directions, which is necessary for proper cartridge performance. Unfortunately, conventional MC cartridges have been designed so that the angles between magnetic circuit, signal coils and core become aligned only when tracking force is not applied. The result is that during playback, the required tracking force causes the angle between magnetic circuit, signal coils and core to become misaligned. This limits the cartridge’s resolution, tracking ability and dynamic range.The new Lyra Delos is designed to conquer this problem. Compared to conventional cartridges, the Delos has a new body structure with an unusually shallow angle, and this has been paired with a unique asymmetrical damping system. When no tracking force is applied, the shape of the asymmetrical dampers forces the signal coils and core into a more upright angle than the magnetic circuit.However, no tracking force applied means that the cartridge is not operating, and therefore any angular discrepancies between magnetic circuit, signal coils and core will have no effect on performance. When tracking force is applied, however, the force of the stylus pushing on the LP causes the asymmetrical dampers to be deformed into a symmetrical shape, and when this happens the angular discrepancies between magnetic circuit, signal coils and core all disappear. Since tracking force applied means that the cartridge is now operating, it should be clear that the design of the Delos is able to keep the angles between the magnetic circuit, signal coils and core aligned during playback.Keeping the proper angular alignment prevents the formation of any strong and directional flux that could otherwise flow constantly from the magnetic circuit into the signal core, and enables the Delos’ core to move with equal ease in all directions, for optimal performance.The Delos also has a microridge stylus on a boron cantilever for outstanding tracking, a non-parallel solid machined metal body for low resonances, and 6-N high-purity copper coils and nude construction for greater clarity. The result is clearly improved sound quality, particularly resolution, tracking ability, dynamic range, transient impact and immediacy.Feel free to audition the Lyra Delos, and hear how good a New Angle can make your LPs sound.

The Concorde ELITE is a premium Moving Magnet cartridge, based on the legacy of the Ortofon Concorde MkII Series. Owing to the number of components' upgrades, the ELITE achieves a new level of sound quality, not previously found in the DJ categorized cartridges.

Platinum BlondeThe first step-up from the Opus3, the Platinum3 puts Jarrah wood and a twin magnet system to work for your favorite music.Hear MoreThe Platinum3 is a great example of what the Timbre Series is made for: to start listening to your music with more clarity and depth than you’ve heard before. The MaterialsTo make the Timbre Series work as a whole, we created a way for Jarrah, diamonds, and a twin magnet system to integrate with our Flux-Bridge™. We modified our four piece OTL cantilever technology to achieve a 10% tip mass reduction over the Prestige Series and use ultra-high purity long crystal (UHPLC) oxygen free copper wire in the coils. The Platinum3 uses a specially Grado designed elliptical diamond.Extreme PrecisionGrado has combined newly developed coil winding techniques with decades-old disciplines. A new two-step shielding process brings not only exact unison between the four coils but an unobstructed path for a cleaner signal. The music is allowed to travel undistorted through the coils, greatly reducing mechanical noise while improving tracking. There is an extreme clarity over the full frequency range, with absolutely no stridency or shrillness. Precisely hand tipped with a diamond, a great amount of care go into each cartridge we assemble.House of JarrahAfter the Platinum3 cartridge is crafted, it is then placed inside an Australian Jarrah housing. Jarrah is necessary for the majority of Timbre Series with its ability to produce surgically precise clarity without losing any depth. Through a variation of thermal aging processes, the housing gains the ability to better dampen and control the resonant frequencies.Hand Assembled in BrooklynEach Platinum3 is hand assembled by our team in Brooklyn, as it has been for decades. Fine tuned for everything from entry-level turntables up to the highest-end stereo systems, the solid mass of the wood helps keep the Platinum3 steady and producing the Grado signature sound.

DescriptionThe AT-XP5 is specially designed for the needs of DJs. This cartridge features a highly-rigid polyphenylene sulfide (PPS)/glass fiber body and a tracking force of 2 to 4 grams. It also offers a powerful output level of 5.5 mV, and its 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical bonded stylus tracks the record groove with high accuracy for outstanding audio reproduction. Plus, the cartridge is specifically designed to provide maximum visibility of the stylus tip.

DescriptionThe AT-XP3 cartridge is specially designed for DJs. It features a highly-rigid polyphenylene sulfide (PPS)/glass fiber body, has a tracking force of 2 to 4 grams, and offers a powerful output level of 5.5 mV. Its 0.6 mil conical bonded stylus tracks the center of the record groove for reliable performance and excellent fidelity. And the cartridge design provides maximum visibility of the stylus tip. The AT-XP3 cartridge is compatible with any XP or VM95 Series replacement stylus, offering a wide choice of options for every budget and application.

DescriptionThe AT-XP7 is specially designed for the needs of DJs. This cartridge features a highly-rigid polyphenylene sulfide (PPS)/glass fiber body and a tracking force of 2 to 4 grams. It also offers a powerful output level of 6.0 mV, and its 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical bonded stylus tracks the record groove with high accuracy for outstanding audio reproduction. Plus, the cartridge is specifically designed to provide maximum visibility of the stylus tip.

Ortofon aspires to provide the ultimate musical experience through a mixture of innovation, technical expertise and inspiration. This new state of the art phono cartridge, representative of numerous Ortofon design elements and ideals, is truly exemplary of the highest degree of performance possible in contemporary analogue playback technology. For the new MC Diamond cartridge, the Ortofon Wide Range Damping System (WRD) has been re-engineered to include an enhanced rubber suspension, specially developed in-house. The WRD system was originally introduced in the MC 20 Mk II in 1979 and was also subsequently used in the MC A90, MC Windfeld, Xpression, MC Anna, MC Anna Diamond and MC Century phono cartridges. In this system, a small, heavy platinum disc is sandwiched between two rubber absorbers, both with different properties. This ensures not only an exceptional tracking performance, but also creates a perfect damping through the entire frequency spectrum. Because of this, distortion and resonance are virtually eliminated entirely.The new rubber compound formula is based on the Multi Wall Carbon Nano Tube (MWCNT) highly efficient nano filler. The new MWCNT-based compound offers desirable mechanical properties, which allow for optimal interaction between compliance and damping, that improves stability and playback and ensures unparalleled sound quality.The cartridge body of the MC Diamond is made of titanium using our custom Selective Laser Melting (SLM) technique. This technique allows for precise control of the density of the body, which provides extremely high internal damping, and results in a significant reduction in vibrations and enhanced sound quality.
Magnet System
The MC Diamond’s magnet system combines choice materials, optimized geometry, and unrivaled consistency that deliver unmatched performance. Together with the non-magnetic armature, the result is vivid, highly-accurate audio reproductions defined by nearly boundless dimensionality.Replicant 100 Diamond
The MC Diamond makes use of Ortofon Replicant 100 diamond. This Line Contact type stylus distinguishes itself by having a narrow and long contact surface, which is as close as possible to the original cutting stylus. This ensures the most accurate reproduction, lowest distortion and extended frequency range.
NB: The stylus guard provided for the MC Diamond is designed to be easily replaced and removed without risking contact to the fragile stylus assembly. To avoid accidental damage to the stylus or cantilever please mount the enclosed stylus guard onto the cartridge whenever the cartridge is not in use. The stylus guard should also be attached during mounting or removal of the cartridge.Diamond cantilever
The MC Diamond uses a solid Diamond Cantilever that, in combination with Ortofon Replicant 100 diamond, offers extreme transparency, speed, and responsiveness beyond any other combination. A solid Diamond cantilever provides the best possible interface between the stylus and armature, owing to its hardness and crystal structure. The improvements found in the use of a Diamond cantilever have redefined the boundaries of analogue reproduction, presenting greater inner detail, subtlety, and depth like never before.

Those who choose to adopt the MC Windfeld Ti will experience the lifelike, dynamic and open sound, with exceedingly clear midrange. The MC Windfeld Ti remains extremely musical while paying close attention to micro dynamic details, with its delicate, but also analytical nature.Our extensive knowledge of vibration properties, characteristics in different shapes and materials, competences in magnetism, mechanical design and new technologies has been applied for optimization of the MC Windfeld model. The MC Windfeld Ti has gone to the next level by reducing unwanted vibrations and increasing the dynamic capability of the cartridge.At the heart of the MC Windfeld Ti lies Selective Laser Melting technology, apllied for manufacturing of the Ortofon Exclusives Series cartridges. The use of Titanium in the MC Windfeld Ti has provided a further improvement to the overall rigidity of the structure and the cartridge weight. Obviously, MC Windfeld Ti has gone to the next level by reducing unwanted vibrations and increasing the dynamic capability of the cartridge.

Your Heart's DesireAfter hearing the sound of the new Statement3, we had to reclassify it. Meet the newest member of the Lineage Series.Sound PlacementThe Statement3 is a classic Grado cartridge, and thanks to new techniques brought from the Epoch3 and Aeon3, it’s better than ever before. An intricate curing procedure during production helps achieve optimal sonic quality and image accuracy. The top-end seems to be endless with remarkable delicacy and speed, while the mid-range is rich and complex. Portrayal of low frequency information and bass dynamics are powerful yet engaging.The MaterialsThe design of the Statement3 has the diamond, boron cantilever, and jarrah wood work in harmony to bring this cartridge to life. Housed inside the jarrah wood is a special generator/stylus module that allows for a twin magnet system, reducing the chassis’ resonant frequencies. The Statement3 features a unique generating system that has the lowest effective moving mass of any cartridge, providing outstanding tracking on your turntable.Extreme PrecisionCombining newly developed coil winding techniques with decades-old disciplines, the four reconfigured coils find exact unison to create a precise balance between channels and true stereo imaging. A new four-step shielding process allows the isolation of the wire turns in the coils, and creates an unrivaled clear path for the signal to travel. The diamonds are cut to strict specifications to accurately ride the grooves on vinyl.House of JarrahThe Statement3 is the only cartridge in the Lineage Series assembled from Australian jarrah wood. Each wood has specific tonal qualities, giving the Statement3 its own unique characteristics while presenting precise harmonic tones. The jarrah housing is shaped in such a way that optimizes and evenly distributes mass across the cartridge.Hand Assembled in BrooklynEach Statement3 sees final assembly by John Grado himself on his workbench. Every experience in our history has led to the creation of the Lineage Series. The Statement3 represents the craftsmanship and unwavering dedication to sound that has been Grado’s main focus since 1953.

The Crown JewelsThe flagship Grado Epoch3 produces a dimensional sound field giving it a truly believable presentation, and combines sapphire, gold, diamond, and cocobolo wood to produce the finest hand assembled cartridge ever.The Summit of SoundThe Epoch3 brings to life an exceptional reproduction of vocals and instruments, with superlative tonal balance, dynamics, imaging, and realism. The Epoch3’s reproduction of low frequency pitch information is second-to-none, while the bass dynamics are solid and authoritative. Harmonics are extremely faithful giving the recording the correct color, and the mid-range is plush with resolutionThe MaterialsA major step forward in phono cartridge design, the sapphire, gold, diamond, and cocobolo work in harmony to bring this cartridge to life. The specially designed diamondstylus, for the first time in a Grado, is mounted on a sapphire cantilever that connects to the stylus generating system. The Epoch3 features a unique generating system that hasthe lowest effective moving mass of any cartridge, tracking accurately on vinyl. Our patented Flux-Bridger generator design creates a superior balance throughout the full frequency spectrum with superb resolution and clarity, which produces an overall truer picture of the music.Extreme PrecisionGrado has combined newly developed coil winding techniques with decades-old disciplines. All of the internal magnetic circuit parts are Swiss screw machined or molded metal, which have tolerances on the order of the best Swiss-made watches. A new four-step shielding process brings not only exact unison between the four coils but an unobstructed path for the cleanest signal in any phono cartridge. This creates precise balance between channels and accurate stereo imaging. The Epoch3 is wound with the finest properly sized and annealed 24-karat solid gold wire, which is the ultimate conductor for the transmission of the music from your record.House of CocoboloThe flagship Grado cartridge is nestled inside a cocobolo housing, adding solid mass and a bold yet revealing signature sound. Cocobolo, known for fine instruments and those chess sets that look too nice to touch, is some of the most beautiful and tonally pleasing woods we have ever used. This specially selected species of cocobolo goes through a variation of thermal aging processes and enhances its ability to better dampen and control the resonant frequencies throughout the cartridge. Its denseness and grain is a primary reason why it produces such a unique sound.Hand Assembled in BrooklynEach Epoch3 sees final assembly by John Grado himself on his workbench, fine tuning them for the best turntable and hi-fi setups. Every experience in our history has led to the creation of the Lineage Series. The Epoch3 represents the craftsmanship and unwavering dedication to sound that has been Grado’s main focus since 1953.

The PrinceThe younger sibling to the Epoch3, the Aeon3 unites new shielding techniques with sapphire, diamond, and wood in a major step forward for phono cartridge design.Worthy SoundThe Lineage Series brings a higher level of listening to your vinyl, and the Aeon3 sole purpose is just that. Inspired by the Grado Epoch3, the Aeon3 brings to life an exceptional reproduction of vocals and instruments, with superlative tonal balance, dynamics, imaging, and realism. The Aeon3 marries color-correct harmonics with extremely detailed low frequency pitch information. Our patented Flux-Bridger generator design creates a superior balance throughout the full frequency spectrum with superb resolution and clarity, which produces an overall truer picture of the music.The MaterialsA major step forward in phono cartridge design, the sapphire, diamond, and cocobolo work in harmony to bring this cartridge to life. The specially designed diamond stylus, for the first time in a Grado, is mounted on a sapphire cantilever that connects to the stylus generating system. The Aeon3 features a unique system that has the lowest effective moving mass of any cartridge, providing wonderful tracking on your turntable.Extreme PrecisionAll of the internal magnetic circuit parts are Swiss screw machined or moldedmetal, which have tolerances on the order of the best Swiss-made watches. Combining newly developed coil winding techniques with decades-old disciplines bring exact unison between the four coils in each phono cartridge.This creates precise balance between channels and accurate stereo imaging.A new four-step shielding process allows the isolation of the wire turns in the coils, and creates an unrivaled clear path for the signal to travel.House of CocoboloThe Aeon3 is nestled inside a cocobolo housing, adding solid mass and a boldyet revealing signature sound. Cocobolo, known for fine instruments and those chess sets that look too nice to touch, is some of the most beautiful and tonally pleasing woods we have ever used. This specially selected species ofcocobolo goes through a variation of thermal aging processes and enhances its ability to better dampen and control the resonant frequencies throughout the cartridge. Its denseness and grain is a primary reason why it produces such a unique sound.Hand Assembled in BrooklynEach Aeon3 sees final assembly by John Grado himself on his workbench. Every experience in our history has led to the creation of the Lineage Series. The Aeon3 represents the craftsmanship and unwavering dedication to sound that has been Grado’s main focus since 1953.

Cured Jarrah For The CureNearing the top of the Timbre Series, the Master3 achieves optimal sonic quality due to an intricate curing process and specialized materials reserved for our best cartridges.On Reserve.Some practices we reserve for cartridges near the top of the line, and it starts here. To achieve our desired sound, we experimented with multiple longer curing processes that differ from the Opus3, Platinum3, and Sonata3 while using more modified materials. Each Master3 is individually calibrated after being assembled.The MaterialsTo make the Timbre Series work as a whole, we created a way for Jarrah, diamonds, and a twin magnet system to integrate with our Flux-Bridge™. Unlike the cartridges before it, we modified our five piece OTL cantilever technology to achieve a 5% tip mass reduction over the Prestige Series and use ultra-high purity long crystal (UHPLC) oxygen free copper wire in the coils. The Master3 uses a specially Grado designed nude elliptical diamond.Extreme PrecisionGrado has combined newly developed coil winding techniques with decades-old disciplines. A new two-step shielding process brings not only exact unison between the four coils but an unobstructed path for a cleaner signal. The music is allowed to travel undistorted through the coils, greatly reducing mechanical noise while improving tracking. There is an extreme clarity over the full frequency range, with absolutely no stridency or shrillness. Precisely hand tipped with a diamond, a great amount of care go into each cartridge we assemble.House of JarrahAfter the Platinum3 cartridge is crafted, it is then placed inside a Australian Jarrah housing. Jarrah is necessary for the majority of Timbre Series with its ability to produce surgically precise clarity without losing any depth. Through a variation of thermal aging processes, the housing gains the ability to better dampen and control the resonant frequencies. Hand Assembled in BrooklynEach Master3 is hand assembled by our team in Brooklyn. Fine tuned for everything from entry-level turntables up to the highest-end stereo systems, the solid mass of the wood helps keep the Master3 steady and producing the Grado signature sound. We started with cartridges on a kitchen table in 1953, and every experience since then has led to the creation of the Master3.

Into the Woods‬Achieving fantastic accuracy and control, the Reference3 does everything the Master3 can do - but does it better thanks to specialized intricate processes while being crafted.Top of the TimbreWhile similar to its younger sibling in a few aspects, the Reference3 has a much longer build time since it undergoes extremely unique processes only a few of our cartridges go through. This longer, more intricate practice produces a more colorful and deeper sound. When working in tandem with the special curing process and individual calibrations, we have the best cartridge in the Timbre Series.The MaterialsTo make the Timbre Series work as a whole, we created a way for Jarrah, diamonds, and a twin magnet system to integrate with our Flux-Bridge™. We modified our four piece OTL cantilever technology to achieve a 5% tip mass reduction over the Prestige Series and use ultra-high purity long crystal (UHPLC) oxygen free copper wire in the coils. The Reference3 uses a specially Grado designed true ellipsoid diamond.Extreme PrecisionGrado has combined newly developed coil winding techniques with decades-old disciplines. A new two-step shielding process brings not only exact unison between the four coils but an unobstructed path for a cleaner signal. The music is allowed to travel undistorted through the coils, greatly reducing mechanical noise while improving tracking. There is an extreme clarity over the full frequency range, with absolutely no stridency or shrillness. Precisely hand tipped with a diamond, a great amount of care go into each cartridge we build.Built from JarrahAfter the Reference3 cartridge is crafted, it is then placed inside a Australian Jarrah housing. Jarrah is necessary for the majority of Timbre Series with its ability to produce surgically precise clarity without losing any depth. Through a variation of thermal aging processes, the housing gains the ability to better dampen and control the resonant frequencies. Hand-Built in BrooklynEach Reference3 is hand-built by our team in Brooklyn, as it has been for decades. After a specialized process that brings it to life, they are fine tuned for everything from entry-level turntables up to the highest-end stereo systems, the solid mass of the wood helps keep the Sonata3 steady and producing the Grado signature sound. We started building cartridges on a kitchen table in 1953, and every experience since then has led to the creation of the Reference3.