{"title":"Phono Cartridges","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"grado-timbre-sonata4-phono-cartridge-mono","title":"Grado Timbre Sonata4 Phono Cartridge - Mono","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xee702e24ed1d84145023c5e1fd1c32f710d3e98\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eGrado Timbre Sonata4 Mono Moving Iron Phono Cartridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X8891dc43970b969db04a4769a66c51132020faf\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThe Nude Stylus Meets Dedicated Mono Playback\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Grado Timbre Sonata4 Mono Moving Iron Phono Cartridge brings the stereo Sonata4’s biggest advantage—a nude elliptical diamond on a specially designed cantilever—to purpose-built mono playback. Hand-built in Brooklyn with a hand-carved Mediterranean olive wood body, it retrieves detail from mono grooves that lesser cartridges leave behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eFor serious mono collectors, this is the step where resolution takes off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-a-dedicated-mono-cartridge\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Dedicated Mono Cartridge?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eMono records carry music in the groove’s side-to-side motion only. A true mono cartridge reads exactly that—so the surface noise, wear, and vertical artifacts a stereo cartridge picks up simply disappear. As Grado puts it, a mono cartridge makes your records quieter and more musical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003ePhase anomalies vanish, the center image locks in, and no mono switch is needed—both channels carry the identical signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xa5f41b41ea1003252e242307752515ff84cc129\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNude Elliptical Diamond on an Upgraded Cantilever\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Sonata4 Mono’s nude elliptical is cut from a single piece of diamond—no metal shank, no glue joint, far less tip mass. Mounted to a specially designed aluminum cantilever, it responds to the groove faster and more faithfully, pulling clean transients and fine texture from vintage mono pressings and modern reissues alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"true-mono-generator-with-6n-copper-coils\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eTrue Mono Generator with 6N Copper Coils\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eGrado doesn’t simply bridge a stereo cartridge. The Sonata4 Mono uses a revised version of Joseph Grado’s patented flux-bridger generator—wound with ultra-high-purity 6N OCC copper—engineered for mono operation while keeping the same ultra-low moving mass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"high-output-hand-built-in-brooklyn\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHigh Output, Hand-Built in Brooklyn\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eWith 4.0mV of output, the Sonata4 Mono works with any standard MM phono input. Each one is built to order and hand-assembled at Grado’s family-owned Brooklyn factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Sonata4 Mono rewards quality turntables with medium-mass tonearms. Many collectors keep it mounted on a second headshell or tonearm, switching to it whenever a mono pressing hits the platter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003ePlease note: mono versions are built to order by Grado—allow additional lead time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eTrue Mono Moving Iron Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReads only the mono groove for quieter, more musical playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eNude Elliptical Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSingle-piece diamond with far less tip mass for faster, cleaner sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNatural tonewood damping for warm, dimensional, organic sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHigh-Output Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4.0mV works with any standard MM phono input—no mono switch needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWood Cartridge Upgrade Program\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrade in any Grado wood cartridge toward a new one—regardless of condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuilt to order at Grado’s family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Mono Moving Iron (MI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Nude Elliptical Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Specially Designed Aluminum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Hand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 4.0mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 10k–47k ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 1.6–1.9 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 9.4 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a mono switch or special phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The 4.0mV output works with any standard MM phono input, and both channels carry the identical mono signal—no switch required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eCan I play stereo records with it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe mono version is purpose-built for mono pressings. For stereo records, use the stereo Sonata4—many collectors keep one of each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Platinum4 Mono?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sonata4 Mono upgrades to a nude elliptical stylus on a specially designed cantilever—the biggest sonic step in the lower Timbre range, with faster transients and finer detail from your mono grooves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Sonata4 Mono designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for dedicated mono collectors who want true audiophile-grade resolution from original pressings and mono reissue series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-audio-advisor\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; 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line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X70b2caac6d1bc7639d8a2cb8be827b1522cb4c0\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHigh-End Moving Magnet Performance with a Nude Elliptical Stylus\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Sumiko Wellfleet Moving Magnet Phono Cartridge sits just below the flagship Amethyst in Sumiko’s acclaimed Oyster Series. Handcrafted in Japan, the Wellfleet earned Stereophile Recommended Component status by delivering detail, dynamics, and musicality well beyond its class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eIts secret is a nude elliptical stylus—a genuine high-end touch rarely found at this price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X785d7a48073b7c4186e98cacce74b4ad9abf363\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNude Elliptical Stylus for Faster, Cleaner Sound\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eMost cartridges at this level use a bonded stylus, where a diamond tip is glued to a metal shank. The Wellfleet’s nude elliptical is cut from a single piece of diamond, eliminating the bonding joint and reducing tip mass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eLess mass at the stylus means faster transient response, lower surface noise, and cleaner retrieval of fine detail—differences you can hear on every record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X59b457c4accf459bee5d18cfb55e7874eb0816b\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eRefined Generator and Resonance-Optimized Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Wellfleet pairs its stylus with high-purity copper coils and Sumiko’s resonance-optimized Oyster Series body. With a healthy 3.0mV output, it drives any standard MM phono input with an open, dynamic, and richly musical presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"user-replaceable-upgradeable-stylus\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eUser-Replaceable, Upgradeable Stylus\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Wellfleet’s stylus replaces in seconds with no tools. Better still, it shares its fitting with the rest of the Oyster Series—so when you’re ready for more, simply drop in the flagship Amethyst line-contact stylus for an instant upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"handcrafted-in-japan\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHandcrafted in Japan\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEvery Sumiko Wellfleet is individually assembled, adjusted, and tested by experienced cartridge craftsmen in Yokohama, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Wellfleet is an excellent match for quality turntables with medium-mass tonearms and any standard MM phono input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eIt’s the sweet spot of the Oyster Series—serious audiophile performance with a clear upgrade path built right in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eNude Elliptical Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSingle-piece diamond with lower tip mass for faster transients and lower noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eLightweight Aluminum Pipe Cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRigid and responsive for accurate, confident tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHigh-Purity Copper Coil Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHealthy 3.0mV output with an open, dynamic, musical character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eUser-Replaceable Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSwap in seconds—or upgrade to the flagship Amethyst stylus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003ePrecision Japanese Craftsmanship\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach cartridge is hand-built and individually tested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eStandard ½-Inch Mount\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThreaded mounting holes make installation easy on most modern tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Moving Magnet (MM)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Nude Elliptical Diamond, 0.3 x 0.7 mil (user-replaceable)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Aluminum Pipe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 3.0mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 47k ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 2.0 grams (recommended)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 6.7 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a special phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The Wellfleet works with any standard moving magnet (MM) phono input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does the Wellfleet compare to the Moonstone?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Wellfleet upgrades to a nude elliptical stylus, eliminating the bonded joint for lower tip mass, faster transients, and quieter, cleaner playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Amethyst?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe flagship Amethyst steps up to a nude line-contact stylus and a lower-noise generator for even greater detail and refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eCan I upgrade the Wellfleet later?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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Instead of two screws through a headshell, the P-Mount body has a rectangular plug that inserts straight into a T4P-compatible tonearm socket. The four electrical pins on the body make contact automatically when you slide the cartridge in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP-Mount tonearms were popularized by Technics in the 1980s and can be found on many linear-tracking and mid-market turntables from that era, as well as a number of more recent models. The format offers one key practical advantage: installation and cartridge swapping requires no tools, no alignment, and no protractor. If your turntable has a P-Mount tonearm, the Red4 P-Mount is designed specifically for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e The P-Mount Red4 is not compatible with standard half-inch mount tonearms. If you are unsure which mounting format your turntable uses, check your turntable’s manual or call us at \u003ca href=\"tel:+18009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e and we can confirm before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Red4 — Grado Prestige Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado Labs has been making phono cartridges in Brooklyn, New York since 1953. The company is still family-owned, now in its third generation. Their Prestige Series is the foundation of the Grado cartridge lineup — plastic-bodied, high-output moving iron cartridges designed for broad system compatibility, easy installation, and long-term reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Red4 is the mid-tier entry in the Prestige Series, sitting above the Green4 and below the Gold4. It uses a \u003cstrong\u003ebonded elliptical diamond stylus\u003c\/strong\u003e on an \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum cantilever\u003c\/strong\u003e, the same moving iron flux-bridger generator as every Grado cartridge, and OCC (Ohno Continuous Casting) copper in the internal signal path. The Red4 P-Mount provides the same core performance as the standard-mount Red4 in a T4P plug-in format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is a Moving Iron Cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado uses a \u003cstrong\u003emoving iron (MI) design\u003c\/strong\u003e in all their cartridges, based on their patented \u003cstrong\u003eflux-bridger generator system\u003c\/strong\u003e. In this design, the coils are stationary and a tiny iron element attached to the cantilever moves within a magnetic field. This keeps the moving mass extremely low — similar to a moving coil design in that respect — while delivering the output level and easy phono stage compatibility of a moving magnet cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flux-bridger system uses four separate magnetic gaps, which increases efficiency and allows for fewer coil turns. Fewer turns means lower inductance and less sensitivity to tonearm cable capacitance — a practical advantage for system matching. The result is a cartridge that works with any standard MM phono input (47kΩ) and does not require a step-up transformer or specialized loading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBonded Elliptical Diamond — Better Groove Contact Than Spherical\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Red4 P-Mount uses a \u003cstrong\u003ebonded elliptical diamond\u003c\/strong\u003e stylus on an \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum cantilever\u003c\/strong\u003e. An elliptical diamond profile is longer and narrower in the direction of groove travel than a spherical (conical) stylus, allowing it to make better contact with the groove walls at higher frequencies. This translates to more accurate high-frequency tracking, lower distortion at the top end, and better retrieval of recorded detail compared to a basic spherical stylus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Bonded” means the diamond tip is fixed to the cantilever shank with an adhesive bond — reliable and appropriate for this level of the Prestige range. The stylus assembly is \u003cstrong\u003euser-replaceable\u003c\/strong\u003e: it pulls straight off the front of the cartridge body and snaps back on without tools. This means you can restore the cartridge to like-new condition by simply fitting a new Red4 stylus when the existing one wears out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUser-Replaceable Stylus — And Interchangeable Across the Prestige Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most practical features of all Grado Prestige Series cartridges is the \u003cstrong\u003euser-replaceable stylus system\u003c\/strong\u003e. The stylus assembly slides off the front of the cartridge body and snaps back on without tools — most users can do it in under a minute. You do not need a technician or a return to the factory to replace the stylus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, all Prestige Series styli are cross-compatible across the entire Prestige line. This means you can fit a higher-level stylus — say, a Gold4 or Silver4 stylus — onto the Red4 body for a cost-effective performance upgrade without replacing the entire cartridge. It also works in reverse: the Red4 stylus fits any other Prestige body. This interchangeability is a deliberate design choice that Grado has maintained throughout the Prestige Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOCC Copper Internal Signal Path\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Red4 uses \u003cstrong\u003eOCC (Ohno Continuous Casting) copper\u003c\/strong\u003e in its internal signal path. OCC copper is produced in a continuous casting process that eliminates grain boundaries along the length of the wire, resulting in a more uniform conductor with lower resistance variation. Grado uses OCC copper across the 2026 Prestige Series update as part of their coil composition improvements for better signal transmission and channel balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Tracking Force and Phono Stage Do I Need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Red4 P-Mount is a \u003cstrong\u003estandard MM-compatible cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e. Any phono stage with a MM input at 47kΩ input impedance will work. Recommended tracking force is \u003cstrong\u003e1.6–1.9g\u003c\/strong\u003e. Set the tracking force using the adjustment mechanism on your T4P tonearm — most P-Mount tonearms have a simple dial or sliding scale for this purpose. If your tonearm does not allow for tracking force adjustment, confirm the fixed tracking force with your turntable’s manual and check it is within the Red4’s 1.6–1.9g range before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, New York\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Red4 P-Mount is assembled by hand at Grado’s facility in Brooklyn, New York. Grado Labs has been making cartridges there since 1953. This is not mass-produced audio — each cartridge passes through individual assembly and inspection before it ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the Experts Say\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eecoustics.com — 2026 Grado Cartridge Lineup Coverage, April 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eecoustics confirmed the Red4’s full specification set and described the Prestige Series overall as the “accessible, user-friendly foundation” of Grado’s cartridge lineup. They noted the Red4 uses a bonded elliptical diamond on an aluminum cantilever, with the stylus assembly user-replaceable and Prestige Series styli interchangeable across models — calling it a high output moving iron cartridge designed for compatibility with a wide range of phono stages.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrado Labs — Official Red4 Product Description, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrado describes the Red4 as delivering “a balanced and controlled presentation, with clear detail and a smooth, natural top end. The midrange carries presence and body, while low frequencies remain defined and composed.” They highlight the cartridge as offering “broad system compatibility” and note that the die-injection molded housing “supports consistent construction and dependable performance.” The Red4 is explicitly offered in both standard mount and P-mount configurations.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Absolute Sound — Grado 2026 Lineup Announcement, April 9, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Absolute Sound confirmed the 2026 Prestige Series improvements, noting that Grado has built the range around “elliptical diamond stylus profiles, aluminum cantilevers, and OCC copper coil composition” to provide “strong tracking integrity, a full and balanced sound, and a presentation that remains true to the original recording.” The Prestige Series is described as “both an introduction to Grado cartridges and a long-term reference for dependable analog playback.”\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePairing the Red4 P-Mount\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eT4P-Compatible Turntable.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Red4 P-Mount is designed for turntables with a T4P (P-Mount) tonearm. Common compatible models include various Technics, Sony, Hitachi, Kenwood, and other 1980s-era turntables, as well as some more recent models. Confirm your turntable’s tonearm type before ordering. Not sure? Call us at \u003ca href=\"tel:+18009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono Preamplifier.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Red4 P-Mount is a standard MM cartridge at 4.0mV and 47kΩ. If your amplifier or receiver does not have a built-in PHONO input, you will need a separate phono preamplifier. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/phono-preamplifiers\/\"\u003eBrowse our Phono Preamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStylus Upgrade Path.\u003c\/strong\u003e Because all Prestige Series styli are interchangeable, you can fit a higher-level stylus on the Red4 body for improved performance without replacing the full cartridge. Ask us which stylus upgrades are available and compatible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed4 Replacement Stylus.\u003c\/strong\u003e When your stylus wears out, a replacement Red4 stylus snaps straight on without tools. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/phono-cartridges\/\"\u003eBrowse phono accessories\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecord Cleaning.\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean record protects your stylus and extends its life. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/record-cleaning-machines\/\"\u003eBrowse Record Cleaning Machines\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eP-Mount (T4P) Format — No Tools, No Alignment Required\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe P-Mount body plugs directly into a compatible T4P tonearm socket. Four electrical pins make contact automatically on insertion. No mounting screws, no headshell, no alignment protractor. Installation or cartridge replacement takes seconds. Compatible with any T4P (P-Mount) tonearm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBonded Elliptical Diamond on Aluminum Cantilever\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elliptical profile makes better groove contact than a spherical stylus, tracking more accurately at high frequencies and extracting more musical detail at the same tracking force. The aluminum cantilever transmits stylus movement to the generator with good rigidity and controlled mass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUser-Replaceable Stylus — Cross-Compatible Across Prestige Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stylus assembly pulls off and snaps on without tools. Replace a worn stylus in under a minute without returning the cartridge to a dealer or factory. All Prestige Series styli are interchangeable, enabling stylus replacement and upgrade without replacing the cartridge body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrado Moving Iron Flux-Bridger Generator\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStationary coils, moving iron element. Low moving mass, high efficiency, insensitive to tonearm cable capacitance. Compatible with any standard MM phono input at 47kΩ. No step-up transformer or special loading required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOCC Copper Internal Signal Path\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOhno Continuous Casting copper with continuous grain structure for improved signal transmission, lower resistance variation, and better channel balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDie-Injection Molded Housing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsistent, precisely formed housing for uniform acoustic behavior and reliable performance over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting format: P-Mount (T4P plug-in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Moving iron (high output), flux-bridger generator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus: Bonded elliptical diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever: Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput voltage: 4.0mV @ 5 CMV (45 degrees)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 10 Hz–55 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannel separation: Average 25 dB (10–30 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput load: 10k–47kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInductance: 50mH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC resistance: 660Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompliance: 20 μm\/mN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking force: 1.6–1.9g recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge weight: 6g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus: User-replaceable; cross-compatible with all Grado Prestige Series styli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal signal path: OCC copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousing: Die-injection molded plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA (Brooklyn, NY)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMSRP: Verify with Audio Advisor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq gsbp-ab3b28d\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I know if my turntable uses P-Mount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck your tonearm. A P-Mount tonearm has a rectangular slot at the headshell end into which the cartridge plugs directly — there are no separate screws or a removable headshell. If your tonearm has a detachable headshell with two visible screws, you need the standard half-inch mount Red4 instead. Your turntable’s manual will also specify the tonearm type. Not sure? Call us at \u003ca href=\"tel:+18009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e and we can confirm from your model number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the P-Mount version sound the same as the standard Red4?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the cartridge internals, stylus, cantilever, and generator are the same. The only difference is the mounting format. Both use a bonded elliptical diamond, aluminum cantilever, and Grado’s flux-bridger MI generator at 4.0mV output. The acoustic performance should be essentially identical, provided the tracking force is set correctly on the P-Mount tonearm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I adjust tracking force on a P-Mount tonearm?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt depends on the tonearm. Many P-Mount tonearms include a tracking force adjustment dial or setting, while some older models have a fixed tracking force. Check your turntable’s manual to determine whether tracking force is adjustable and what range it supports. The Red4 P-Mount requires 1.6–1.9g — if your tonearm has a fixed tracking force outside this range, the Red4 P-Mount may not be suitable. Call us if you’re not sure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use a half-inch mount headshell adapter with this cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP-Mount to half-inch adapters do exist, but their use introduces additional mechanical complexity and may affect performance. The Red4 P-Mount is designed and optimized for use in a true T4P tonearm socket. If you need a half-inch mount cartridge, the standard Red4 is the right choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I replace the stylus?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost styli last approximately 500–1,000 hours under normal conditions. Signs of wear include harsh or distorted high frequencies, reduced stereo separation, or any mistracking on clean records. When it’s time, a replacement Red4 stylus snaps on without tools in under a minute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I upgrade to a better stylus on this body?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — all Grado Prestige Series styli are cross-compatible. You can fit a higher-level Prestige stylus onto the Red4 P-Mount body for a performance upgrade without purchasing a new cartridge body. Ask us which stylus options are compatible and currently available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat phono stage do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny standard MM phono input at 47kΩ will work. The Red4 P-Mount outputs 4.0mV — well within the range of any MM-capable phono stage. If your amplifier or receiver has a PHONO input labeled “MM” or simply “PHONO,” the Red4 P-Mount will be compatible. If you need a separate phono preamplifier, we can recommend options at your budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy hand, in Brooklyn, New York. Grado Labs has assembled phono cartridges at their Brooklyn facility since 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrado Prestige Red4 P-Mount phono cartridge ×1 (stylus installed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus guard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-titlebox-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f3b5.svg\" alt=\"music note emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/strong\u003e — Since 1981, we’ve helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f504.svg\" alt=\"repeat emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — Try it risk-free for 60 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f4de.svg\" alt=\"phone emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eReal Experts, Real Help\u003c\/strong\u003e — Our team is here at \u003ca href=\"tel:8009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f69a.svg\" alt=\"truck emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f4b3.svg\" alt=\"credit card emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Payment Options\u003c\/strong\u003e — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure if your turntable is P-Mount compatible, or looking for guidance on cartridge setup and phono stage matching? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAudio Advisor Learning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides on turntable cartridges, mounting formats, and getting the most from your vinyl setup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45980516745389,"sku":"NEW-GRRED4P","price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45980516778157,"sku":"DEMO-GRRED4P","price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRRED4P_01_angle_2026__61469.1777049006.1280.1280_354f0f82-8d86-4ffd-9220-bf46f5f8e7d7.jpg?v=1778167698"},{"product_id":"clearaudio-artist-v2-ebony-mm-phono-cartridge","title":"Clearaudio Artist v2 Ebony MM Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X9e3310b92a4166c56e66447c53db6558f55f62e\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eClearaudio Artist v2 Ebony MM Phono Cartridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"a-sharper-focus-on-the-music\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eA Sharper Focus on the Music\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Clearaudio Artist v2 Ebony MM Phono Cartridge takes the hand-polished ebony formula of the Performer v2 and fits it with a noticeably higher-graded generator. Handmade in Erlangen, Germany, the Artist v2 delivers stronger output, wider channel separation, and roughly half the channel imbalance of its little brother.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eThe result: a more focused stereo image, cleaner separation between instruments, and more of the music’s fine detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"precision-graded-generator-one-step-up\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003ePrecision-Graded Generator, One Step Up\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eClearaudio measures and grades every generator it builds. The Artist v2’s generator earns a higher grade than the Performer’s—3.6mV of output, 24dB of channel separation, and channel balance within 0.8dB. Those numbers translate directly into a wider, better-organized soundstage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"hand-polished-ebony-wood-body\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Polished Ebony Wood Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEbony is one of the densest tonewoods on earth, chosen by Clearaudio for its natural resistance to resonance. Music emerges from a quieter, more composed background than any plastic-bodied cartridge can manage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"double-polished-elliptical-stylus\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eDouble-Polished Elliptical Stylus\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eAn elliptical diamond, double-polished for low noise and accurate groove contact, rides on a rigid aluminum cantilever. Its low-inductance coils are unusually insensitive to cable capacitance, so the Artist v2 sounds right in almost any setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"handmade-in-germany\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHandmade in Germany\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEvery Artist v2 is assembled and tested by hand at Clearaudio’s factory in Erlangen, Germany, and backed by a two-year warranty with registration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Artist v2 works with any standard MM phono input and suits a wide range of turntables and tonearms. It’s a natural match for quality entry and mid-level tables that deserve better than a stock cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eWhen the stylus eventually wears, Clearaudio’s generous trade-in program lets you exchange your cartridge toward a new one at substantial savings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHigher-Graded MM Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMore output, wider separation, and tighter balance than the Performer v2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Polished Ebony Wood Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDense tonewood naturally damps resonance for a cleaner presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDouble-Polished Elliptical Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccurate groove contact with secure, forgiving tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eLow-Inductance Coil Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInsensitive to cable capacitance—sounds right in almost any system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHandmade in Erlangen, Germany\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHand-assembled, tested, and backed by a two-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eStandard ½-Inch Mount\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThreaded body holes and mounting hardware included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Moving Magnet (MM)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Double-Polished Elliptical Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Aluminum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Hand-Polished Ebony Wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 3.6mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 47k ohms \/ 100pF\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch (threaded)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 2.2 grams (±0.3 grams)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 8.4 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a special phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The Artist v2 works with any standard moving magnet (MM) phono input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does the Artist v2 compare to the Performer v2?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSame ebony body and stylus—the difference is a higher-graded generator with stronger output, +4dB channel separation, and roughly half the channel imbalance for a noticeably more focused image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Virtuoso v2?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Virtuoso v2 receives Clearaudio’s highest generator grade among the elliptical models, with even better separation and channel balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Artist v2 designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for listeners who want a clear step up in imaging and detail while staying comfortably under $1,000.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; 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line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X783ee45c0041b48a6e9b186efdbb34f6c4ea177\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eYour Entry into Grado’s Flagship Lineage Series\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Grado Lineage Statement4 Moving Iron Phono Cartridge opens the door to Grado’s cost-no-object flagship line. Hand-assembled at Grado’s original Brooklyn factory, the Statement4 pairs a Brazilian ebony body, machined boron cantilever, nude Shibata diamond, and 7N OCC copper coils into a cartridge built to compete with the world’s finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eThis is where Grado stops making compromises entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"brazilian-ebony-body\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBrazilian Ebony Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe entire Lineage Series is carved from Brazilian ebony, an exceptionally dense tonewood chosen for its outstanding resonance control. The refined 4 Series housing geometry lowers mass, widens tonearm compatibility, and improves cantilever visibility for precise setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eThe result is a huge, stable soundstage with a naturally warm, utterly composed character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"nude-shibata-diamond-on-machined-boron\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNude Shibata Diamond on Machined Boron\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Statement4’s nude Shibata stylus contacts far more of the groove wall than an elliptical, retrieving fine detail with lower distortion and less record wear. Mounted on a machined boron cantilever, it responds instantly to the smallest modulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eYou’ll hear remarkable inner detail, natural texture, and effortless tracking to the innermost grooves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"n-occ-copper-coils\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e7N OCC Copper Coils\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Statement4’s fixed coils are wound with ultra-high-purity 7N OCC copper—flagship-grade wire matched with cryogenic treatment during both component preparation and final assembly. Lower noise, better channel matching, and greater transparency follow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"low-output-design-hand-built-in-brooklyn\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLow-Output Design, Hand-Built in Brooklyn\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Statement4 is a low-output (1.0mV) design available in stereo and mono versions, each hand-assembled and individually tested at the family-owned Grado factory that has built cartridges in Brooklyn since 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Statement4 belongs on a reference-quality turntable and tonearm with a high-gain phono stage. Unlike low-output moving coils, it loads at standard 10k–47k ohms—no fussy impedance matching required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eWhen the stylus eventually wears, Grado’s Wood Cartridge Upgrade Program lets you trade in any Grado wood cartridge toward a new one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eBrazilian Ebony Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExceptionally dense tonewood for outstanding resonance control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eNude Shibata Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtended groove contact for exceptional detail and low distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eMachined Boron Cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtreme stiffness and low mass for instant response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e7N OCC Copper Coils with Dual Cryogenic Treatment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFlagship-grade windings for transparency and channel precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eFlux-Bridger Moving Iron Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMoving coil speed and refinement without the fragility or aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAssembled and tested at Grado’s original family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Low Output Moving Iron (MI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Nude Shibata Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Machined Boron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Brazilian Ebony\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 1.0mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eVersions: Stereo, Mono\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 10k–47k ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 1.6–1.9 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 10 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; 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line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"your-gateway-into-sumikos-oyster-series\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eYour Gateway into Sumiko’s Oyster Series\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Sumiko Rainier Moving Magnet Phono Cartridge is the most affordable way into Sumiko’s acclaimed Oyster Series—and one of the smartest first upgrades any vinyl listener can make. Handcrafted in Japan, the Rainier delivers a warm, balanced, and engaging sound that transforms budget and mid-tier turntables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eBest of all, the Rainier’s body accepts every stylus in the Oyster Series lineup, giving you a genuine upgrade path all the way to the flagship Amethyst.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"elliptical-stylus-beats-the-basics\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eElliptical Stylus Beats the Basics\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eWhere most entry-level cartridges use a simple conical stylus, the Rainier steps up to a 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical diamond. Its shape contacts more of the groove wall, retrieving more musical information with lower distortion and less record wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eThe difference over a stock cartridge is immediate: cleaner highs, clearer vocals, and a more spacious, detailed presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"strong-output-easy-compatibility\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eStrong Output, Easy Compatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eWith a robust 5.0mV output and high-purity copper coils, the Rainier drives any standard MM phono input—including the built-in phono stages found in most receivers and powered speakers. Its smooth, forgiving balance sounds great with any genre and any pressing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"the-oyster-series-upgrade-path\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThe Oyster Series Upgrade Path\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Rainier’s stylus replaces in seconds with no tools. Because it shares its body with the Olympia, Moonstone, and Wellfleet—and accepts the flagship Amethyst stylus—you can upgrade your sound step by step without ever remounting or realigning a cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"handcrafted-in-japan\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHandcrafted in Japan\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEvery Sumiko Rainier is individually assembled, adjusted, and tested by experienced cartridge craftsmen in Yokohama, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Rainier is an excellent match for entry-level and mid-tier turntables with medium-mass tonearms and any standard MM phono input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eIf you’re upgrading from the cartridge that came with your turntable, the Rainier is one of the best-value first steps in all of analog audio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eElliptical Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA clear upgrade over conical designs for greater detail and lower distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eSolid Aluminum Cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDurable and rigid for consistent, reliable tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHigh-Purity Copper Coil Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRobust 5.0mV output works with any MM phono input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eUser-Replaceable Stylus with Upgrade Path\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccepts Olympia, Moonstone, Wellfleet, and flagship Amethyst styli.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003ePrecision Japanese Craftsmanship\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach cartridge is hand-built and individually tested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eStandard ½-Inch Mount\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThreaded mounting holes make installation easy on most modern tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Moving Magnet (MM)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Elliptical Diamond, 0.3 x 0.7 mil (user-replaceable)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Solid Aluminum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 5.0mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 47k ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 2.0 grams (recommended)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 6.7 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a special phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The Rainier works with any standard moving magnet (MM) phono input, including those built into receivers and powered speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does the Rainier compare to the cartridge that came with my turntable?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost stock cartridges use basic conical styli. The Rainier’s elliptical stylus and hand-built Japanese construction deliver noticeably more detail, smoother highs, and lower distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Olympia and Moonstone?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Olympia and Moonstone use progressively lighter cantilever and magnet assemblies, reducing moving mass for greater speed and detail. All three share the same body and stylus fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eCan I upgrade the Rainier later?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Simply swap in an Olympia, Moonstone, Wellfleet, or flagship Amethyst replacement stylus—no remounting or realignment needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-audio-advisor\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e40+ Years of Expertise – Helping music lovers build better systems since 1981.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee – Hear it in your own system with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eReal Product Experts – Friendly advice before and after your purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFree Shipping – On qualifying orders over $49.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFlexible Financing – Convenient payment options available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sumiko","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45980585394349,"sku":"NEW-SURAIN","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45980585427117,"sku":"DEMO-SURAIN","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/SURAIN_01_2024__44476.1717604567.1280.1280_4800a944-eb83-4350-b1b9-a1f6fa1e387a.jpg?v=1778116562"},{"product_id":"ortofon-2mr-mono-cartridge-low-profile-design-for-rega-turntables","title":"Ortofon 2MR Mono Cartridge - Low-profile Design for Rega Turntables","description":"\u003ch3\u003ePhono Cartridge for Mono Microgroove Vinyl Records – On SH-4 Headshell\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Ortofon 2M Mono is the affordable high-quality mono cartridge for playing old and new mono vinyl records. The 2M Mono features an improved engine, which provides a high level of sonic accuracy. The stylus' tip features a R 18µm Nude Spherical diamond that is an optimal solution for playing mono microgroove LP vinyl records. The cartridge body is manufactured from Hopelex, which ensures high rigidity while eliminating unwanted resonances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThis special version of the 2M Mono cartridge uses a low-profile design for convenient use with Rega turntables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEnjoy True Mono Reproduction\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe 2M Mono uses a strapped output to deliver the same output signal from both sets of pole pins. This effectively eliminates the need for mono-specific equipment, making it possible to enjoy true mono reproduction on any stereo playback system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe 2M Series provides excellent compatibility when used in an assortment of playback systems and with a wide variety of phono preamps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy Should You Use a Dedicated Mono Cartridge for Playing Vinyl Mono Records?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eOn a mono record, the signal is cut only in the lateral dimension, while a stereo record is cut at +\/- 45 degrees into the opposing groove-walls. A stereo cartridge will be able to replay stereo and mono records, because mono is a special version of stereo where the right and left channels are identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBut even though a stereo cartridge can play mono records, it can’t achieve the same signal precision between the two channels. A mono cartridge produces only one signal that is directed to both channels in the system. A mono cartridge playing a mono record produces a more forceful and stable image with a fuller, more impactful sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAnother big advantage in using a mono cartridge to play mono records is the absence of response to vertical movement. This means that a mono cartridge is basically immune to the pinching effect which comes into action when the stylus is pushed vertically upward in very narrow grooves. The response to dust, dirt and wear is reduced substantially. The final result will be a clean and noiseless reproduction of the mono record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOrtofon's 2M Series\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe 2M Series is designed for precise and accurate retrieval of the information in the record groove. The 2M Series is developed in conjunction with the Danish Industrial designer Møller Jensen Design – the same designer who designed the award winning MC Jubilee and Kontrapunkt series. Inspired by the facets of a diamond, whose contours gracefully trace the grooves on a record's surface, the 2M's handsome elegance establishes a great combination of form and functionality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe name 2M was selected from among several ideas. Ortofon wanted a modern name that would be easy to pronounce and remember, and therefore an alphanumerical name was chosen. 2M means MM, which is the abbreviation for moving magnet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eOf course the 2M isn't just another pretty face. It has been engineered to the highest standards and is congruent with Ortofon's unrelenting commitment to providing the most precise and accurate reproduction possible without coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEasy Mounting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eOrtofon has optimized the design for ease of mounting the cartridge, and the weight and size to fit the most common turntables on the market today. The 2M Series provides excellent compatibility when used in an assortment of playback systems and with a wide variety of phono preamps.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45980588867757,"sku":"NEW-OR2MRMONO","price":459.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45980588900525,"sku":"DEMO-OR2MRMONO","price":425.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/OR2MRMONO_01_2023__66336.1701274379.1280.1280_1f5ed13e-d2be-46f1-9706-c333a70e1fa7.jpg?v=1778147686"},{"product_id":"ortofon-2mr-red-cartridge-low-profile-design-for-rega-turntables","title":"Ortofon 2MR Red Cartridge - Low-profile Design for Rega Turntables","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGreat Sound for Low-Profile Turntables\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrtofon 2MR Red\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e brings the lively, balanced sound of the popular 2M Red to turntables that need a lower-profile cartridge. It’s designed for tonearms with limited vertical clearance, making it an excellent upgrade for many Rega turntables and other low-profile designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eIf you’re replacing a basic factory cartridge, the 2MR Red delivers a clear improvement in sound without making setup complicated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eElliptical Stylus Delivers Cleaner Sound\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe 2MR Red uses a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003epolished elliptical diamond stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e that follows the record groove more accurately than the conical styli found on many entry-level cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eYou’ll hear cleaner vocals, stronger bass, better instrument separation, and more of the small details hidden in your records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProven Moving Magnet Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eInside is Ortofon’s moving magnet generator, engineered to produce a strong, clean output with natural tone and excellent stereo imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe cartridge works with virtually any moving magnet phono preamp, making it an easy upgrade for most vinyl systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuilt to Grow with Your System\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e2MR low-profile body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is designed for modern turntables where a standard-height cartridge may not fit correctly. As your system improves, you can upgrade by replacing only the stylus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe 2MR Red body accepts \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e2MR Blue, 2MR Bronze, and 2MR Black\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e replacement styli, giving you a simple path to even higher performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTurntables\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Ideal for low-profile tonearms, including many Rega turntables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhono Preamp\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Works with any moving magnet (MM) phono input.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFuture Upgrades\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Compatible with 2MR Blue, Bronze, and Black replacement styli.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eElliptical Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eTracks the groove more accurately than a basic conical stylus for cleaner, more detailed sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLow-Profile 2MR Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eDesigned for turntables with limited cartridge height while maintaining the performance of the 2M Red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMoving Magnet Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eProduces a strong output with smooth, balanced sound and excellent stereo imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUpgradeable Platform\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eEasily upgrade performance by installing higher-level 2MR replacement styli.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Moving Magnet (MM)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus: Elliptical Diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever: Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput: 5.5mV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch (Low-Profile Body)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow is the 2MR Red different from the 2M Red?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe cartridge uses the same internal design and sound. The difference is the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003elower-profile body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, which fits turntables with limited vertical clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it a good first cartridge upgrade?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eYes. The 2MR Red offers a noticeable improvement over many factory-installed cartridges while remaining easy to install and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I upgrade later?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eYes. You can upgrade to a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e2MR Blue, Bronze, or Black\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e by replacing only the stylus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Helping music lovers build better systems since 1981.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Hear it in your own system with confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReal Product Experts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Friendly advice before and after your purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – On qualifying orders over $49.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlexible Financing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Convenient payment options available.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45980601188525,"sku":"NEW-OR2MRRED","price":109.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45980601221293,"sku":"DEMO-OR2MRRED","price":69.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/OR2MRRED_01_2023__66510.1701120073.1280.1280_503f7bf8-1f81-4d88-a36a-6c6819800567.jpg?v=1778147461"},{"product_id":"grado-timbre-reference4-phono-cartridge-high-output","title":"Grado Timbre Reference4 Phono Cartridge - High Output","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is a Phono Cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA phono cartridge is the component at the end of your tonearm that reads the groove in your vinyl record. A tiny diamond tip — the stylus — traces the groove walls as the record spins, and the cartridge converts that physical movement into an electrical signal that your phono stage amplifies into music. The diamond profile, cantilever material, generator design, and body material all affect what you hear. At this level of the Timbre Series, every one of those elements has been refined to its highest expression within the Grado wood-body lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Reference4 — Top of the Timbre Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado Labs has been making phono cartridges in Brooklyn, New York since 1953. The company is still family-owned, now in its third generation. The Timbre Series sits in the middle tier of Grado’s lineup — above the plastic-bodied Prestige Series and below the flagship Lineage Series. Within the Timbre range, the Reference4 is the \u003cstrong\u003etop model\u003c\/strong\u003e, sitting above the Master4 and Sonata4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reference4 shares the Master4’s American Osage wood body and machined boron cantilever. What separates it is the stylus: where the Master4 uses an elliptical diamond, the Reference4 uses a \u003cstrong\u003enude Shibata diamond\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most advanced stylus profile in the Timbre Series, and the same profile used in Grado’s flagship Lineage Series cartridges. At $1,500, the Reference4 is the Timbre Series at its most resolved. The High Output version at 4.0mV works with any standard MM phono input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Nude Shibata Diamond — What Makes It Different\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shibata stylus profile was originally developed for four-channel (quadraphonic) playback in the 1970s, because quadraphonic records encoded high-frequency content — up to 45 kHz — that elliptical styli could not reliably track. To read this content accurately, the stylus needed to make finer, more precise groove wall contact. The Shibata profile achieves this through a narrow, elongated contact patch that follows the groove walls with exceptional precision at frequencies well beyond what elliptical styli can track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Reference4, the Shibata diamond is \u003cstrong\u003enude\u003c\/strong\u003e: the diamond is mounted directly to the boron cantilever without an intermediate shank or bonded bushing. A nude stylus has less mass at the cantilever tip than a bonded equivalent, allowing faster, more accurate response to the groove modulations. The combination of nude construction and Shibata profile gives the Reference4 its extended high-frequency specification (10 Hz–60 kHz) and the precise, low-distortion tracking that distinguishes it from the elliptical-diamond models below it in the Timbre range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmerican Osage Wood Body\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reference4’s body is machined from \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Osage wood\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the densest native North American hardwoods, shared with the Master4. Osage’s density provides natural acoustic damping for the generator assembly, absorbing vibrations from the stylus rather than reflecting them back as distortion. The Timbre Series uses different woods for different models: American Maple for the Opus4, Mediterranean Olive for the Platinum4 and Sonata4, and American Osage for the Master4 and Reference4 — the two upper-tier models that demand the most acoustically controlled housing environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMachined Boron Cantilever\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cantilever connects the stylus to the generator. Its job is to transmit groove modulations as accurately as possible with minimal added mass or resonance. The Reference4 uses a \u003cstrong\u003emachined boron cantilever\u003c\/strong\u003e — the stiffest and lightest cantilever material in the Timbre Series. Boron’s high stiffness-to-mass ratio pushes its resonant frequency well above the audible range, so the cantilever’s own mechanical resonances do not color the signal. “Machined” means the cantilever is precision-formed rather than drawn or extruded, ensuring consistent geometry from unit to unit. This is the same cantilever material used in the Master4, and it is one of the reasons both models sit above the Sonata4 and Platinum4 in the Timbre hierarchy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6N OCC Copper with Cryogenic Treatment and Internal Damping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reference4’s internal signal path uses \u003cstrong\u003e6N OCC (Ohno Continuous Casting) copper\u003c\/strong\u003e — the highest purity level in the Timbre Series. OCC copper is produced in a continuous casting process that eliminates grain boundaries along the wire’s length. 6N means six-nines purity: 99.9999% copper with minimal trace contaminants. The result is lower resistance variation, better signal transmission, and more consistent channel balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo additional refinements are applied to the Reference4 that distinguish it within the Timbre lineup: \u003cstrong\u003ecryogenic treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e of the stylus assembly and internal signal path, and \u003cstrong\u003einternal damping\u003c\/strong\u003e within the cartridge body. Cryogenic treatment involves cooling the components to extremely low temperatures (−196°C) and slowly returning them to ambient — a process that relieves stress in the material structure, improves conductivity, and enhances mechanical stability. Internal damping reduces residual vibration within the body itself. Together, these treatments contribute to the Reference4’s lowered noise floor, improved channel separation, and the greater resolution it offers over the Master4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrado Moving Iron Flux-Bridger Generator\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all Grado cartridges, the Reference4 uses the \u003cstrong\u003emoving iron (MI) flux-bridger generator\u003c\/strong\u003e. Stationary coils, twin magnet system, moving iron element attached to the cantilever. Four magnetic gaps for high efficiency and low inductance. Extremely low moving mass. The High Output version’s 55mH inductance and 660Ω DC resistance reflect the higher number of coil windings used to achieve 4.0mV output — compatible with any standard MM phono input at 47kΩ. No step-up transformer or MC gain is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho the High Output Version Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reference4 High Output produces \u003cstrong\u003e4.0mV\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same output level as a standard moving magnet cartridge. Any phono stage or amplifier with an MM input at 47kΩ is compatible. If your phono stage has only an MM input, this is the version to choose. If your phono stage has MC gain capability, the Low Output version’s simpler signal path (fewer coil windings, lower inductance) is worth considering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the Experts Say\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eecoustics.com — 2026 Grado Cartridge Lineup Coverage, April 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eecoustics confirmed the Reference4 as the top of the Timbre Series, specifically noting its nude Shibata diamond, machined boron cantilever, American Osage wood body, and 6N OCC copper with cryogenic treatment and internal damping. They described the Timbre Series as delivering “performance that consistently exceeds expectations within its class” and identified the Reference4 as the model that takes this to its highest point within the Timbre range, calling out the Shibata diamond as the key differentiator from the Master4 below it.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Absolute Sound — Grado 2026 Cartridge Lineup Announcement, April 9, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Absolute Sound confirmed the Reference4 in the context of Grado’s 2026 lineup update, noting that select Timbre models “now incorporate nude Shibata diamonds, expanding beyond the elliptical profiles used throughout much of the previous generation, improving groove contact, tracking precision, and high-frequency response.” They positioned the Timbre Series as offering “performance exceeding expectations within their category, with a balance of resolution, musicality, and control.”\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHiFi Pig — Grado Cartridge Lineup Coverage, April 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHiFi Pig confirmed the Reference4’s Shibata diamond and position at the top of the Timbre Series, noting that the combination of nude Shibata diamond with machined boron cantilever and 6N OCC copper places it “at the boundary between the Timbre and Lineage philosophies — accessible in output and loading, but resolved to a degree that approaches the territory above it.”\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: The Reference4 was announced April 9, 2026. No scored reviews exist at time of writing. Replace with scored reviews as they are published (expected May–June 2026).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePairing the Reference4 High Output\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono Preamplifier.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Reference4 HO is compatible with any quality MM phono stage at 47kΩ. At this level, the phono stage is a meaningful part of the chain — a high-quality MM or switchable MM\/MC phono preamplifier will do justice to the Reference4’s resolution. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/phono-preamplifiers\/\"\u003eBrowse our Phono Preamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurntable.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Reference4’s 9.6g weight and 20 μm\/mN compliance pair well with medium-mass tonearms (approximately 8–15g effective mass). Confirm tonearm\/cartridge resonance compatibility before purchasing. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/turntables\/\"\u003eBrowse Turntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsider the Low Output Version.\u003c\/strong\u003e If your phono stage has MC gain capability (approximately 58–60 dB at 47kΩ), the Reference4 Low Output’s simpler coil path and lower inductance is worth comparing. Call us and we can help you decide which version suits your system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep Down: Timbre Master4.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Master4 shares the same Osage body and boron cantilever at a lower price, but uses an elliptical diamond rather than Shibata. The key question is whether the Shibata upgrade justifies the step up for your system and listening priorities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep Up: Lineage Series.\u003c\/strong\u003e Above the Timbre Series, Grado’s Lineage models use Brazilian Ebony wood, sapphire or boron cantilevers, and nude Shibata diamonds in low-output configurations. The Reference4 is the highest Timbre expression; the Lineage Statement is the next architecture above it. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/phono-cartridges\/\"\u003eBrowse Phono Cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecord Cleaning.\u003c\/strong\u003e A nude Shibata diamond deserves clean records. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/record-cleaning-machines\/\"\u003eBrowse Record Cleaning Machines\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNude Shibata Diamond — The Top Stylus Profile in the Timbre Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shibata profile makes a finer, more precise groove wall contact than an elliptical stylus, enabling accurate tracking of high-frequency content to 60 kHz. “Nude” means the diamond is mounted directly to the boron cantilever without an intermediate shank — reducing tip mass for faster, more accurate response. The Shibata diamond is the defining upgrade of the Reference4 over the Master4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMachined Boron Cantilever\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecision-machined boron tube. High stiffness-to-mass ratio pushes resonant frequency well above the audible range. Shared with the Master4; the most rigid cantilever material in the Timbre Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmerican Osage Wood Body\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of North America’s densest hardwoods. Provides natural acoustic damping for the generator assembly. Shared with the Master4; used for the two upper-tier Timbre models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6N OCC Copper with Cryogenic Treatment and Internal Damping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6N (99.9999%) OCC copper in the internal signal path — the highest purity in the Timbre Series. Cryogenic treatment of stylus assembly and signal path components reduces mechanical stress and improves conductivity. Internal body damping reduces residual resonance. These three refinements together distinguish the Reference4 from the Master4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMoving Iron Flux-Bridger Generator — Twin Magnet System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStationary coils, twin magnet system, moving iron element. Four magnetic gaps. Extremely low moving mass. Compatible with standard MM phono input at 47kΩ. No SUT or MC gain required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications — High Output\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput voltage: 4.0mV @ 5 CMV (45 degrees)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 10 Hz–60 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannel separation: Average 30 dB (10–30 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput load: 10k–47kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInductance: 55mH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC resistance: 660Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus: Nude Shibata diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever: Machined boron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody: American Osage wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal signal path: 6N OCC copper, cryogenic treatment, internal damping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge weight: 9.6g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended tracking force: 1.6–1.9g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompliance: 20 μm\/mN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible phono input: Standard MM (47kΩ) — no SUT or MC gain required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq gsbp-ab3b28d\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Shibata stylus and why does it matter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shibata profile was developed in the 1970s for high-frequency groove tracing accuracy. Its narrow, elongated contact patch makes more precise groove wall contact than an elliptical stylus, enabling accurate tracking well beyond the audible range (the Reference4 is specified to 60 kHz). The Shibata diamond also retrieves more musical information from the groove at high frequencies, contributing to the Reference4’s improved resolution and lower distortion compared to the elliptical-diamond models below it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between the Reference4 and the Master4?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth share the same American Osage wood body and machined boron cantilever. The Reference4 adds three upgrades: a nude Shibata diamond (vs. the Master4’s elliptical), 6N OCC copper (vs. standard OCC), and cryogenic treatment plus internal damping of the assembly. The Shibata diamond is the most audible difference — it improves high-frequency tracking precision and retrieval. The 6N copper, cryogenic treatment, and damping lower the noise floor and improve channel consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a special phono stage for the High Output version?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — 4.0mV at 47kΩ is standard moving magnet territory. Any quality MM phono stage is compatible. No step-up transformer or MC gain is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I choose High Output or Low Output?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your phono stage has only an MM input, choose High Output. If your phono stage has MC gain capability (approximately 58–60 dB at 47kΩ), the Low Output version has fewer coil windings and lower inductance, which some listeners prefer for its simpler signal path. Call us at \u003ca href=\"tel:+18009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e and we can help you decide based on your specific phono stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat tracking force should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado recommends 1.6–1.9g. Start at 1.75g and adjust by ear using a digital stylus force gauge. Accurate tracking force is especially important with a nude Shibata stylus, which is more sensitive to setup precision than a bonded elliptical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy hand, in Brooklyn, New York. 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Its aluminum cantilever is fitted with an elliptical diamond stylus and mounted to a high-tech PPS-Fortron body using Rega's unique rhomboid shaped pivot pad. As always, Rega cartridges are hand-built by Rega in the UK. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWhen Rega first announced the original Apheta phono cartridge in 2006, it changed the way people looked at moving coil design. Crafted without the \"tie-wire\" that plagued most every other MC cartridge, Apheta was iconoclastic like many Rega products. It was fast, clear, dynamic and insightful, garnering praise in many quarters of the high-end audio world. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn 2015 and 2016, respectively, Rega pushed forward with new designs that brought about the reference Aphelion ($4995) and reborn Apheta 2 ($1895). 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It is not compatible with fixed-headshell tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWho is this package for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eIt’s ideal for vinyl enthusiasts who want Ortofon’s best standard 2M cartridge with the convenience of a ready-to-install headshell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Helping music lovers build better systems since 1981.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Hear it in your own system with confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReal Product Experts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Friendly advice before and after your purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – On qualifying orders over $49.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlexible Financing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Convenient payment options available.\u003cbr\u003e:::\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981167321261,"sku":"NEW-OR2MBKSHB","price":799.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981167354029,"sku":"DEMO-OR2MBKSHB","price":799.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Open Box","offer_id":45981167386797,"sku":"OPEN-OR2MBKSHB","price":799.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Cosmetically Blemished","offer_id":45981167419565,"sku":"BLEM-OR2MBKSHB","price":799.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Factory Refreshed","offer_id":45981167452333,"sku":"RFRB-OR2MBKSHB","price":799.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/OR2MBKSHB_01-Large__40702.1722963859.1280.1280_f495a893-d03e-4ff0-830d-9181148bb0a9.jpg?v=1778112675"},{"product_id":"ortofon-2m-78-mono-phono-cartridge-mounted-on-sh-4-black-headshell","title":"Ortofon 2M 78 Mono Phono Cartridge Mounted on SH-4 Black Headshell","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReady for Your Vintage 78 RPM Collection\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrtofon 2M 78 Mono mounted on the SH-4 Black Headshell\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is the easiest way to enjoy a collection of 78 RPM shellac records. The cartridge comes factory-mounted and aligned on Ortofon’s rigid SH-4 headshell, so installation takes only a few seconds on compatible tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eSimply attach it to your tonearm, set the tracking force, and you’re ready to bring your favorite vintage recordings back to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesigned Specifically for 78 RPM Records\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe 2M 78 uses a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003especially sized spherical diamond stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e made for the wider grooves found on shellac records. Unlike a standard LP stylus, it rides in the groove correctly for fuller sound, lower distortion, and reduced record wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eIt also features a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003etrue mono generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, so both speakers reproduce the same signal. This often reduces groove noise while giving vocals and instruments a solid, centered sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFactory-Mounted for Easy Installation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe included \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrtofon SH-4 headshell\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is lightweight, rigid, and built for stable cartridge mounting. Since the cartridge is already installed, there’s no need to handle tiny mounting screws or perform cartridge alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eIt’s an ideal solution for anyone who regularly switches between LP cartridges and a dedicated 78 RPM cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProtect Your Record Collection\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe 2M 78 is designed \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eonly for shellac 78 RPM records\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. It should not be used to play vinyl LPs or 45 RPM records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eWhen cleaning shellac records, always use products made specifically for shellac. Cleaners containing alcohol can permanently damage these vintage records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTurntables\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Fits tonearms with an SME-style removable headshell connector.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhono Preamp\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Works with any moving magnet (MM) phono input.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCollectors\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Perfect as a dedicated headshell for quick switching between LPs and 78s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrue Mono Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eProduces a focused mono image while reducing unwanted groove noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpherical Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eCorrectly matches the wider grooves of 78 RPM shellac records for safer playback and better sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePre-Mounted on SH-4 Headshell\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eFactory-installed for fast, hassle-free installation with no cartridge alignment required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHigh Moving Magnet Output\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eDelivers a strong signal that’s compatible with virtually any MM phono preamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Moving Magnet (MM), True Mono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus: Spherical Diamond for 78 RPM Records\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput: 4.0mV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadshell: Ortofon SH-4 Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount: SME-Style Bayonet Headshell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended Phono Input: Moving Magnet (MM)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I use this on a standard LP?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eNo. The 2M 78 is designed only for \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e78 RPM shellac records\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes the headshell come installed?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eYes. The cartridge comes factory-mounted on the Ortofon SH-4 Black headshell, making installation fast and easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWill it fit my turntable?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eIt fits turntables with a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eremovable SME-style bayonet headshell\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. It is not compatible with fixed-headshell tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Helping music lovers build better systems since 1981.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Hear it in your own system with confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReal Product Experts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Friendly advice before and after your purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – On qualifying orders over $49.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlexible Financing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Convenient payment options available.\u003cbr\u003e:::\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981177643181,"sku":"NEW-OR2M78SHB","price":239.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981177675949,"sku":"DEMO-OR2M78SHB","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Open Box","offer_id":45981177708717,"sku":"OPEN-OR2M78SHB","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Cosmetically Blemished","offer_id":45981177741485,"sku":"BLEM-OR2M78SHB","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Factory Refreshed","offer_id":45981177774253,"sku":"RFRB-OR2M78SHB","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/OR2M78SHB_01-Large__50412.1714144317.1280.1280_4d46c0f1-892b-4491-8c88-9ea7ab914608.jpg?v=1778112687"},{"product_id":"hana-el-moving-coil-cartridge-low-output","title":"Hana EL Moving Coil Cartridge, Low Output","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eYour First Step Into Moving Coil Sound\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHana EL Low Output Moving Coil Phono Cartridge\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e makes it easier than ever to experience the speed, detail, and realism of a true moving coil cartridge. Handmade in Japan by skilled craftsmen, the EL combines quality materials, precision assembly, and Hana’s musical tuning to deliver performance that far exceeds its modest price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf you’re ready to move beyond a moving magnet cartridge, the Hana EL is an excellent place to begin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eElliptical Stylus for Clean, Natural Playback\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe EL features a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003enude elliptical diamond stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e that tracks the record groove with excellent accuracy. Compared with many entry-level cartridges that use bonded styli, the nude diamond has lower moving mass, allowing it to respond more quickly to the tiny details cut into your records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe result is cleaner vocals, better instrument separation, smoother high frequencies, and lower distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLow-Output Moving Coil Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUnlike moving magnet cartridges, the EL uses a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003elow-output moving coil generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Because the coils are much lighter, they can respond more quickly to the movement of the stylus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis gives the EL a lively, open sound with excellent detail, precise imaging, and a natural sense of space that many vinyl enthusiasts love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuilt to Last\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe cartridge features a rigid composite body that helps control unwanted vibration while providing a stable platform for the generator. Every Hana EL is individually assembled, aligned, and tested in Japan to ensure consistent performance and long-term reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandmade in Japan\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEach Hana EL is hand-built by experienced technicians using the same attention to detail found throughout the Hana cartridge lineup. This careful craftsmanship helps deliver the musical sound quality that has made Hana one of the most respected names in analog playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Hana EL is designed for quality turntables equipped with a dedicated \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003emoving coil phono preamp\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e or a compatible step-up transformer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt’s an excellent upgrade for vinyl enthusiasts who want to experience the benefits of moving coil technology without making a major investment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNude Elliptical Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTracks the groove accurately for greater detail, lower distortion, and improved record life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLow-Output Moving Coil Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDelivers fast transient response, wide soundstages, and outstanding musical realism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRigid Composite Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eReduces unwanted resonance while providing excellent mechanical stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrecision Japanese Craftsmanship\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEvery cartridge is individually assembled, aligned, and tested in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard ½-Inch Mount\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCompatible with most modern tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Low Output Moving Coil (MC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus: Nude Elliptical Diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever: Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput: 0.5mV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking Force: 2.0 grams (recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 5.0 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDo I need a moving coil phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYes. The Hana EL is a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003elow-output moving coil cartridge\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and should be used with an MC phono stage or a compatible step-up transformer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs the EL a good first moving coil cartridge?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAbsolutely. It’s designed to give vinyl enthusiasts an affordable introduction to moving coil performance while delivering excellent detail and musicality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s the difference between the EL and EH?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe EL is a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003elow-output\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e moving coil cartridge that requires an MC phono stage. The EH is a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ehigh-output\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e version designed to work with standard moving magnet phono inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I upgrade later?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYes. The EL is an excellent starting point in the Hana lineup. As your system grows, you can move up to models like the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSL MK II\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eML\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, or \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUmami Red\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e for even greater refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Helping music lovers build better systems since 1981.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Hear it in your own system with confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReal Product Experts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Friendly advice before and after your purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – On qualifying orders over $49.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlexible Financing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Convenient payment options available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hana","offers":[{"title":"New \/ Low - 0.5mV \/ New","offer_id":45981190848685,"sku":"NEW-HAE-L0.5","price":475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"New \/ Low - 0.5mV \/ Demo","offer_id":45981190881453,"sku":"DEMO-HAE-L0.5","price":319.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/HAE_1_L-Large__94627.1734448641.1280.1280_2e9e3c7e-cae9-4929-9d0e-6e53250d88fc.jpg?v=1778107555"},{"product_id":"ortofon-concorde-music-bronze-moving-magnet-phono-cartridge","title":"Ortofon Concorde Music Bronze Moving Magnet Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Big Step Up in Detail\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrtofon Concorde Music Bronze\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is for listeners who want to hear more from their records without moving to a moving coil cartridge. Its biggest upgrade is a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNude Fine Line diamond stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, which follows the groove more accurately than an elliptical stylus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe result is cleaner highs, more detail, and lower distortion, especially near the end of a record where many cartridges begin to struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFine Line Stylus for Greater Accuracy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNude Fine Line stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e has a slimmer profile than an elliptical stylus. It reaches deeper into the groove and follows even the smallest musical details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eYou’ll hear better instrument separation, more natural vocals, and a wider soundstage. The larger contact area also helps reduce record wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdvanced Moving Magnet Performance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eInside, the Concorde Music Bronze uses Ortofon’s quad-coil moving magnet engine with \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esilver-plated oxygen-free copper coils\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esplit pole pin technology\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis design produces a strong, clean output with smooth frequency response and excellent stereo imaging. It works with virtually any moving magnet phono preamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlug In and Enjoy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eLike every Concorde Music cartridge, the Bronze combines the cartridge and headshell into one piece. Simply slide it onto any \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSME-style bayonet tonearm\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, tighten the locking collar, and you’re ready to play records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eNo cartridge mounting screws. No alignment tools. No complicated setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTurntables\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Fits tonearms with an SME-style bayonet connector.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecord Care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Clean records help the Fine Line stylus deliver its best performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUpgrade Path\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – You can later upgrade to the Concorde Music Black by replacing only the stylus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNude Fine Line Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eTracks the groove with greater precision for more detail and lower distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQuad-Coil Moving Magnet Engine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eProduces a clean, balanced sound with excellent stereo imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSplit Pole Technology\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eHelps deliver smooth, extended high frequencies and natural midrange performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOne-Piece Concorde Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eInstalls in seconds with no mounting hardware or cartridge alignment required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Moving Magnet (MM)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus: Nude Fine Line Diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever: Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal Wiring: Silver-Plated OFC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting: Integrated Concorde for SME-style tonearms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow is the Bronze different from the Blue?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe Bronze upgrades from a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNude Elliptical\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e stylus to a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNude Fine Line\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e stylus. It retrieves more detail, tracks difficult passages better, and produces less distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs installation difficult?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eNo. The integrated Concorde design installs in seconds on any compatible SME-style tonearm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I upgrade later?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eYes. The Concorde Music platform lets you upgrade by replacing the stylus instead of buying a whole new cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Helping music lovers build better systems since 1981.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Hear it in your own system with confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReal Product Experts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Friendly advice before and after your purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – On qualifying orders over $49.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlexible Financing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Convenient payment options available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981199696045,"sku":"NEW-ORCM-BRO","price":499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981199728813,"sku":"DEMO-ORCM-BRO","price":329.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/ORCM_BRO_01_2024__93853.1726738908.1280.1280_7f207591-859b-40c4-9e93-1486a0767a4b.jpg?v=1778154730"},{"product_id":"clearaudio-concerto-v2-1-mc-phono-cartridge","title":"Clearaudio Concerto v2.1 MC Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X41a760d2ab85125df5aae2248d3edef3ba1779e\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eClearaudio Concerto v2.1 MC Phono Cartridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"the-twelve-finger-design-arrives\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThe Twelve-Finger Design Arrives\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Clearaudio Concerto v2.1 MC Phono Cartridge is the first model in Clearaudio’s moving coil line to feature the signature twelve-finger resonance-optimized body—the architecture that defines the company’s most exalted cartridges. Handmade in Erlangen, Germany, the Concerto pairs it with the patented symmetrical generator, 24-karat gold coils, boron cantilever, and Prime Line stylus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eThe result is a moving coil of remarkable openness, speed, and dimensional precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"twelve-finger-resonance-optimized-body\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eTwelve-Finger Resonance-Optimized Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Concerto’s satiné wood body mounts to Clearaudio’s famous twelve-finger plate: each finger machined to a different radius so that no single resonance can take hold. A tapped metal insert couples the cartridge rigidly to your headshell. At just 7 grams, it also suits a wide range of tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X88d8bf3110dfb2b52e5750897b4a08ac63e94f2\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003ePatented Symmetrical Generator with 24k Gold Coils\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eDual air-core coils of pure 24-karat gold sit inside a ring of eight super neodymium magnets in a design that is absolutely symmetrical—mechanically, magnetically, electrically. Clearaudio credits it with up to 70dB of dynamic range and vanishingly low distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"prime-line-stylus-on-solid-boron\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003ePrime Line Stylus on Solid Boron\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eNew for v2.1, the Concerto wears Clearaudio’s Prime Line diamond—the hybrid-parabolic profile developed for the flagship Goldfinger Statement—bonded into a solid boron cantilever for superior detail retrieval, tracking, and high-frequency purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"handmade-in-germany\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHandmade in Germany\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEvery Concerto v2.1 is assembled and tested by hand at Clearaudio’s factory in Erlangen, Germany, and backed by a two-year warranty with registration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Concerto v2.1 is a low-output moving coil and requires an MC phono stage (typical loading around 300 ohms). Its 7-gram mass and medium compliance suit most quality medium-mass tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eWhen the stylus eventually wears, Clearaudio’s generous MC trade-in and exchange program protects your investment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eTwelve-Finger Resonance-Optimized Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwelve different radii scatter resonance for a pristine, open sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003ePatented Symmetrical MC Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEight neodymium magnets and 24k gold coils for exceptional dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eClearaudio Prime Line Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFlagship-derived profile for superior detail and tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eSolid Boron Cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtreme stiffness and low mass for instant transient response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eSatiné Wood Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLively, transparent voicing at an agile 7 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHandmade in Erlangen, Germany\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHand-assembled, tested, and backed by a two-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Low Output Moving Coil (MC)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Clearaudio Prime Line Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Solid Boron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Satiné Wood on Twelve-Finger Plate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 0.5mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 300 ohms (typical MC loading)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch (threaded)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 2.8 grams (±0.2 grams)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 7.0 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a moving coil phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Concerto v2.1 is a low-output (0.5mV) moving coil and should be used with an MC phono stage or step-up transformer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does the Concerto compare to the Talisman V2.1?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Concerto adds the twelve-finger resonance-optimized architecture and a lighter 7-gram build—greater openness, finer resonance control, and broader tonearm compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Stradivari v2.1?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Stradivari moves up to a long-aged ebony body and a more tightly graded generator for added tonal density and refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Concerto v2.1 designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for audiophiles stepping into Clearaudio’s upper moving coil range, where the flagship body architecture begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; 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line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"the-nude-stylus-changes-everything\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThe Nude Stylus Changes Everything\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Grado Timbre Sonata4 Moving Iron Phono Cartridge marks a real turning point in Grado’s wood-body line: it’s where the stylus goes nude. Hand-built in Brooklyn with a hand-carved Mediterranean olive wood body, the Sonata4 mounts a nude elliptical diamond on a specially designed cantilever for audibly faster, cleaner, more detailed sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eFor serious listeners climbing the Timbre range, this is the step worth stretching for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xa5f41b41ea1003252e242307752515ff84cc129\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNude Elliptical Diamond on an Upgraded Cantilever\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eUnlike the bonded styli on the Opus4 and Platinum4, the Sonata4’s nude elliptical is cut from a single piece of diamond—no metal shank, no glue joint, far less tip mass. Mounted to a specially designed aluminum cantilever, it responds to the groove faster and more faithfully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eYou’ll hear crisper transients, sweeter highs, lower surface noise, and finer low-level detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X1c1477d9800d2ec8f691143cfff12e737754378\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eDense, fine-grained olive wood damps and tunes vibrational energy naturally, giving the Sonata4 the warm, organic, dimensional character that has made Grado’s wood cartridges famous. The 4 Series body is reshaped for better cantilever visibility and easier alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xab22bd0faad305ed4beea78c832ade89464c106\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFlux-Bridger Moving Iron Generator with 6N Copper\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eJoseph Grado’s patented flux-bridger design pairs fixed coils—wound with ultra-high-purity 6N OCC copper—with an ultra-low-mass moving iron element. Add cryogenic component treatment and internal damping, and the result is remarkable transparency and speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X1d391cda695c68be8379dd6aa20a3af0edc51df\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThree Versions: High Output, Low Output, and Mono\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Sonata4 comes in three versions: High Output (4.0mV), Low Output (1.0mV), and Mono. High Output works with any standard MM phono input; Low Output rewards higher-gain phono stages with even lower moving mass and finer detail; and the Mono version is purpose-built for dedicated mono record collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"hand-built-in-brooklyn-new-york\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, New York\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEvery Timbre Series cartridge is assembled and tested by hand at Grado Labs in Brooklyn, where the Grado family has been building cartridges since 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Sonata4 rewards quality turntables with medium-mass tonearms and a good phono stage. Choose high output for any MM phono input, or low output if your phono stage offers extra gain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eWhen the stylus eventually wears, Grado’s Wood Cartridge Upgrade Program lets you trade in any Grado wood cartridge toward a new one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eNude Elliptical Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSingle-piece diamond with far less tip mass for faster, cleaner sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eSpecially Designed Cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUpgraded assembly transfers groove detail with minimal loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNatural tonewood damping for warm, dimensional, organic sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eFlux-Bridger Generator with 6N OCC Copper Coils\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMoving coil speed and transparency without the fragility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eThree Available Versions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh Output (4.0mV), Low Output (1.0mV), or Mono for mono record collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAssembled and tested at Grado’s family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Moving Iron (MI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Nude Elliptical Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Specially Designed Aluminum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Hand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 4.0mV (High Output) or 1.0mV (Low Output)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eVersions: High Output, Low Output, Mono\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 10k–47k ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 1.6–1.9 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; 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The low-output version (1.0mV) needs a phono stage with added gain—but unlike moving coils, it still loads at standard 10k–47k ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does the Sonata4 compare to the Platinum4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sonata4 upgrades to a nude elliptical stylus on a specially designed cantilever—the single biggest sonic step in the lower Timbre range, with faster transients and cleaner detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Master4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Master4 steps up to a machined boron cantilever and a hand-carved American osage body for even greater speed, resolution, and dynamic authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Sonata4 designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for dedicated vinyl listeners who want true audiophile-grade wood-body performance at a mid-tier price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; 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line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"sumikos-flagship-moving-magnet\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSumiko’s Flagship Moving Magnet\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Sumiko Amethyst Moving Magnet Phono Cartridge sits at the very top of Sumiko’s celebrated Oyster Series—a moving magnet built to challenge far more expensive moving coil designs. Handcrafted in Japan, the Amethyst combines a nude line-contact stylus, a low-noise generator, and an enhanced body for truly audiophile-grade MM performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eIt delivers the resolution and refinement of high-end analog with the convenience and easy compatibility that make moving magnets so appealing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X7a910ace5507b8c71ac00b4b56d253eedc07da5\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNude Line-Contact Stylus Unlocks the Groove\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eAt the heart of the Amethyst is a nude line-contact diamond stylus. Cut from a single piece of diamond with no bonding joint, its extended contact profile rides more of the groove wall than a conventional elliptical—retrieving finer detail while reducing distortion and record wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eYou’ll hear cleaner vocals, more realistic instruments, and composed, articulate playback even on demanding inner grooves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"low-noise-low-impedance-generator\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLow-Noise, Low-Impedance Generator\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Amethyst uses an improved generator with unusually low internal impedance for a moving magnet design. The result is a quieter background, greater transparency, and a wider, more stable soundstage than typical MM cartridges can manage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"user-replaceable-upgradeable-stylus\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eUser-Replaceable, Upgradeable Stylus\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eUnlike a moving coil, the Amethyst’s stylus is fully user-replaceable—no tools, no re-tipping service, no downtime. It also shares its fitting with the rest of the Oyster Series, so the Amethyst stylus can serve as the ultimate upgrade for Rainier, Olympia, Moonstone, and Wellfleet owners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"handcrafted-in-japan\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHandcrafted in Japan\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEvery Sumiko Amethyst is individually assembled, adjusted, and tested by experienced cartridge craftsmen in Yokohama, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Amethyst is an excellent match for quality turntables with medium-mass tonearms and any standard MM phono input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eFor listeners who want top-tier analog sound without the loading, gain, and re-tipping considerations of a low-output moving coil, the Amethyst is one of the finest choices available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eNude Line-Contact Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRetrieves exceptional detail while reducing distortion and record wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eLightweight Aluminum Pipe Cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHollow, low-mass design for fast, accurate transient response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eLow-Noise MM Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLow internal impedance for a quieter background and greater transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eUser-Replaceable Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSwap in seconds—no re-tipping service required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003ePrecision Japanese Craftsmanship\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach cartridge is hand-built and individually tested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eStandard ½-Inch Mount\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThreaded mounting holes make installation easy on most modern tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Moving Magnet (MM)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Nude Line-Contact Diamond (user-replaceable)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Aluminum Pipe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 2.5mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 47k ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 2.0 grams (recommended)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 6.5 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a special phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The Amethyst works with any standard moving magnet (MM) phono input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does the Amethyst compare to the Wellfleet and Moonstone?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Amethyst steps up to a nude line-contact stylus, a lower-noise generator, and an enhanced body—delivering greater detail, lower distortion, and a larger soundstage than any other Oyster Series cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eCan I upgrade another Oyster Series cartridge with the Amethyst stylus?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The replacement Amethyst stylus fits the Rainier, Olympia, Moonstone, and Wellfleet bodies, making it a superb upgrade path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Blue Point No. 3?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Blue Point No. 3 offers the characteristic speed and air of a moving coil, while the Amethyst delivers comparable refinement with the convenience of a user-replaceable stylus. Many listeners consider the Amethyst the best of both worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-audio-advisor\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e40+ Years of Expertise – Helping music lovers build better systems since 1981.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee – Hear it in your own system with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eReal Product Experts – Friendly advice before and after your purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFree Shipping – On qualifying orders over $49.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFlexible Financing – Convenient payment options available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sumiko","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981208477869,"sku":"NEW-SUAMET","price":799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981208510637,"sku":"DEMO-SUAMET","price":799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/SUAMET_3QT-Large__58007.1726747640.1280.1280_0e0c424a-01f5-4206-b66c-49680710e2af.jpg?v=1778116585"},{"product_id":"ortofon-2mr-bronze-cartridge-low-profile-design-for-rega-turntables","title":"Ortofon 2MR Bronze Cartridge - Low-profile Design for Rega Turntables","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePremium Sound for Low-Profile Turntables\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrtofon 2MR Bronze\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e delivers the same outstanding performance as the popular 2M Bronze in a lower-profile body. It’s designed for turntables with limited vertical clearance, making it an excellent upgrade for many Rega turntables and other low-profile tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eIf you’re ready to hear more detail from your records without changing your turntable setup, the 2MR Bronze is a great choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFine Line Stylus Finds More Music\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNude Fine Line diamond stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is the biggest upgrade over an elliptical stylus. Its slim shape reaches deeper into the groove and follows the music with greater accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eYou’ll hear cleaner vocals, better instrument separation, and lower distortion, especially on the inner grooves of an LP. The larger contact area also helps reduce record wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdvanced Moving Magnet Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eInside the cartridge is Ortofon’s proven moving magnet generator with \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esplit pole pin technology\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esilver-plated oxygen-free copper coils\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis combination produces a smooth, balanced sound with excellent stereo imaging and impressive detail. Its strong output works with virtually any moving magnet phono preamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuilt to Fit More Turntables\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe 2MR Bronze offers the same internal design and sound quality as the standard 2M Bronze. The difference is its \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003elow-profile body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, which fits turntables where a standard-height cartridge may not provide proper tonearm geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTurntables\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Ideal for low-profile tonearms, including many Rega turntables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhono Preamp\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Works with any moving magnet (MM) phono input.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFuture Upgrades\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Compatible with the 2MR Black replacement stylus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNude Fine Line Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eTracks the groove with greater precision for more detail and lower distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLow-Profile 2MR Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eDesigned for turntables that require a shorter cartridge without compromising performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSplit Pole Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eProduces smooth, natural sound with excellent stereo imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSilver-Plated OFC Coils\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eHelp preserve delicate musical detail and dynamic range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Moving Magnet (MM)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus: Nude Fine Line Diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever: Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput: 5.0mV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal Wiring: Silver-Plated OFC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch (Low-Profile Body)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow is the 2MR Bronze different from the 2M Bronze?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe sound and internal components are the same. The \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e2MR Bronze uses a lower-profile body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e for turntables that need additional cartridge clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it a good upgrade for a Rega turntable?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eYes. The 2MR Series was developed specifically for low-profile tonearms, making it an excellent match for many Rega models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I upgrade later?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eYes. You can install a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e2MR Black replacement stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e to enjoy Ortofon’s highest level of performance in the 2MR Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Helping music lovers build better systems since 1981.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Hear it in your own system with confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReal Product Experts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Friendly advice before and after your purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – On qualifying orders over $49.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlexible Financing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Convenient payment options available.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981229154477,"sku":"NEW-OR2MRBRONZE","price":459.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981229187245,"sku":"DEMO-OR2MRBRONZE","price":379.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/Ortofon_2MR_Bronze_Tilt_Left_01_4682dd6f-1e63-4134-8928-afb6774b2e47.png?v=1785498571"},{"product_id":"hana-m-series-phono-cartridge-low-output","title":"Hana M Series Phono Cartridge. Low Output","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eExperience More of Your Music\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHana ML Low Output Moving Coil Phono Cartridge\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e delivers a level of detail and realism that can transform your vinyl listening experience. Handmade in Japan by skilled craftsmen, the ML combines advanced moving coil technology with carefully selected materials to produce a sound that is both highly detailed and wonderfully musical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhether you’re rediscovering favorite albums or exploring new recordings, the Hana ML helps you hear more of what the artists intended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMicroLine Stylus Unlocks Hidden Detail\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOne of the ML’s biggest advantages is its \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMicroLine diamond stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Its shape closely matches the cutting stylus used to make the original master record, allowing it to trace the grooves with exceptional precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis means cleaner vocals, sharper imaging, smoother high frequencies, and lower distortion—especially on the inner tracks where many cartridges struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBoron Cantilever Improves Accuracy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe stylus is mounted to a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esolid boron cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, a material that’s both extremely light and very rigid. Because it has less moving mass, it responds more quickly to the tiny changes in the record groove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe result is faster transients, improved dynamics, and greater low-level detail throughout the frequency range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLow-Output Moving Coil Performance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe ML uses a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003elow-output moving coil generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e with carefully matched internal components to reproduce music with outstanding speed, transparency, and natural tonal balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCompared with many moving magnet cartridges, you’ll hear a more spacious soundstage, greater instrument separation, and a stronger sense of realism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandmade in Japan\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEvery Hana ML is individually assembled, aligned, and tested by experienced technicians in Japan. This careful craftsmanship helps ensure the consistent performance and reliability that Hana cartridges are known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Hana ML performs best with a high-quality turntable, a rigid tonearm, and a dedicated moving coil phono preamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIts low-output design requires an \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMC phono input\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e or a compatible step-up transformer. When properly matched, the ML rewards listeners with exceptional detail, smooth tonal balance, and a remarkably natural presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMicroLine Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRetrieves more musical information while reducing distortion and record wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSolid Boron Cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eProvides outstanding rigidity and fast response for precise groove tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLow-Output Moving Coil Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eProduces exceptional detail, dynamics, and stereo imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCross-Shaped Armature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eImproves channel separation and accurately reproduces complex musical passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrecision Japanese Craftsmanship\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEvery cartridge is hand-built and individually inspected for consistent performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Low Output Moving Coil (MC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus: MicroLine Diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever: Solid Boron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput: 0.4mV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking Force: 2.0 grams (recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 9.5 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat makes the MicroLine stylus different?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIts profile closely matches the shape of the cutting stylus used to make the original record master. This allows it to retrieve more detail while lowering distortion and reducing record wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDo I need a moving coil phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYes. The Hana ML is a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003elow-output moving coil cartridge\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and should be used with an MC phono stage or a compatible step-up transformer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs the ML a good upgrade from a moving magnet cartridge?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAbsolutely. Many listeners notice a wider soundstage, greater detail, and improved instrument separation when upgrading to the Hana ML.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWho is the Hana ML designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt’s an excellent choice for serious vinyl enthusiasts who want reference-level moving coil performance without stepping into ultra-high-end pricing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Helping music lovers build better systems since 1981.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Hear it in your own system with confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReal Product Experts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Friendly advice before and after your purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – On qualifying orders over $49.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlexible Financing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Convenient payment options available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hana","offers":[{"title":"New \/ Low - 0.4mV \/ New","offer_id":45981456466093,"sku":"NEW-HAM-L0.4","price":1200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"New \/ Low - 0.4mV \/ Demo","offer_id":45981456498861,"sku":"DEMO-HAM-L0.4","price":999.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/HAM-L04_01_angle_2024__47897.1734457550.1280.1280_9e099cf2-1bab-4da5-accc-41d1360902e8.jpg?v=1778107565"},{"product_id":"rega-nd9-moving-magnet-cartridge","title":"Rega Nd9 Moving Magnet Cartridge","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"997\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"590\"\u003eA New Milestone in Moving Magnet Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"997\"\u003eThe Rega ND9 is the most advanced moving magnet cartridge Rega has ever produced, combining decades of engineering with high-performance materials and geometry normally found in far more expensive designs. Each unit is meticulously handcrafted in the UK to deliver exceptional clarity, dynamic expression, and musical coherence across all genres of vinyl recordings. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003eReference Moving Magnet for Enthusiasts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003eDesigned for serious vinyl listeners who want reference-grade sound without the complexity and expense of moving-coil systems, the ND9 offers a compelling balance of detail, musicality, and ease of use. Its low-mass, high-rigidity structure ensures precise groove tracking and smooth integration with a wide range of tonearms and MM phono stages. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1443\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003eExceptional Resolution and Musical Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1887\"\u003eThe ND9 articulates music with striking openness and speed. Bass is tight and controlled, the midrange feels natural and textured, and high frequencies extend cleanly with excellent air and precision. Outstanding channel balance and low distortion allow rhythms to unfold fluidly while presenting a wide, stable soundstage that feels alive and expressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2905\" data-end=\"2948\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2909\" data-end=\"2948\"\u003eEasy Compatibility and Practicality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2949\" data-end=\"3284\"\u003eAs a standard moving magnet design, the ND9 pairs seamlessly with most MM phono inputs and integrated amplifiers. Its standard three-point mounting fits easily on Rega tonearms and many other arms with similar mounting patterns, making it a straightforward upgrade even for intermediate systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3798\" data-end=\"3839\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3802\" data-end=\"3839\"\u003eDesigned for Pure Vinyl Enjoyment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3840\" data-end=\"4204\"\u003eWhether you’re listening to delicate acoustic sessions, expansive orchestral recordings, or high-energy rock, the ND9 delivers musical intent with transparency and emotional engagement. Rega’s engineering ensures the cartridge retrieves the maximum musical content from your records while remaining easy to use and maintain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"4211\" data-end=\"4253\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4215\" data-end=\"4253\"\u003eA New Benchmark for MM Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4254\" data-end=\"4544\"\u003eThe ND9 shows how far moving magnet technology can be pushed — blending reference-level resolution with practical usability. It’s a compelling choice for enthusiasts aiming to elevate their vinyl playback without stepping into moving coil complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rega","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981465346221,"sku":"NEW-REND9","price":1045.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981465378989,"sku":"DEMO-REND9","price":1045.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/REND9_01_angle_2025__93362.1764798603.1280.1280_b645f558-8c6c-404a-87a7-3657f4938d3a.jpg?v=1778165736"},{"product_id":"ortofon-om-5e-mm-phono-cartridge","title":"Ortofon OM 5E MM Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHighly Affordable Phono Cartridge with Optimal Fit and Sound Reproduction\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIf your tonearm has a standard headshell or a cartridge mount, then step up to optimal sound reproduction with the highly affordable Ortofon OM 5E moving magnet phono cartridge. A glance will reveal Ortofon's answer to perfect tonearm matching. Ingeniously tucked into the top of the mounting bracket is a tiny, removable weight-plate. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIf 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.\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eElliptical Diamond Stylus for High Performance Playback\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe OM 5E features an 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe OM 5 series is the lowest-mass moving magnet cartridge offered by Ortofon. Designed to provide easy mounting and alignment on both top mount and bottom mount headshells, it provides excellent compatibility when used in an assortment of playback systems and with a wide variety of phono preamps. \r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eConvenient Styli Interchangeability\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBy accommodating a wide range of replacement styli, the OM 5 can provide an optimum match for your home system, application and budget. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn 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. Depending on your preference, styli for the OM 5 Series are easily interchanged and include the models 3E, 5E, 10, 20, 30, 40, and 78 and D 25 M. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981507125421,"sku":"NEW-OROM5E","price":85.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981507158189,"sku":"DEMO-OROM5E","price":69.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Open Box","offer_id":45981507190957,"sku":"OPEN-OROM5E","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Cosmetically Blemished","offer_id":45981507223725,"sku":"BLEM-OROM5E","price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Factory Refreshed","offer_id":45981507256493,"sku":"RFRB-OROM5E","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/OROM5E_01-Large__24981.1717081950.1280.1280_01f3f0cd-45ff-4941-b616-2aa047b9f644.jpg?v=1778112611"},{"product_id":"clearaudio-da-vinci-v2-1-mc-phono-cartridge","title":"Clearaudio Da Vinci v2.1 MC Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"clearaudio-da-vinci-mc-phono-cartridge\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eClearaudio Da Vinci MC Phono Cartridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xf4d9cecf462f1527038e24b05981f1e022b5d84\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eA Proven Reference, at a Serious Advantage\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Clearaudio Da Vinci MC Phono Cartridge is one of the most decorated moving coils of the modern era—honored by The Absolute Sound, hi-fi+, TONEAudio, and Germany’s stereoplay. Handmade in Erlangen, Germany, it pairs Clearaudio’s patented symmetrical generator and 24-karat gold coils with a ceramic-coated aluminum body and Micro HD diamond stylus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eWith the v2.1 revision now commanding $9,000, this proven Da Vinci delivers reference-class performance at meaningful savings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"ceramic-coated-aluminum-body\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eCeramic-Coated Aluminum Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Da Vinci steps beyond wood: its twelve-finger body is machined from aluminum and finished with an extra-hard 30-micron ceramic surface coating. The combination of rigidity and damping yields exceptional transparency, speed, and a background of total silence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"micro-hd-diamond-on-solid-boron\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eMicro HD Diamond on Solid Boron\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Micro HD diamond—radii of just 0.008 x 0.040mm—rides deep in the groove for outstanding detail retrieval and low record wear, mounted on a solid boron cantilever that responds instantly to the smallest modulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X88d8bf3110dfb2b52e5750897b4a08ac63e94f2\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003ePatented Symmetrical Generator with 24k Gold Coils\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eDual air-core coils of pure 24-karat gold sit inside a ring of eight super neodymium magnets in Clearaudio’s absolutely symmetrical generator design—vanishingly low distortion, enormous dynamic range, and channel balance within 0.5dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"handmade-in-germany\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHandmade in Germany\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEvery Da Vinci is assembled and tested by hand at Clearaudio’s factory in Erlangen, Germany, and backed by a two-year warranty with registration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Da Vinci is a low-output moving coil and requires a quality MC phono stage (typical loading around 300 ohms). At 7 grams with medium compliance, it suits most high-quality medium-mass tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eWhen the stylus eventually wears, Clearaudio’s generous MC trade-in and exchange program protects your investment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eCeramic-Coated Aluminum Twelve-Finger Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtreme rigidity with a 30-micron ceramic layer for total silence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eMicro HD Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUltra-fine profile for outstanding detail and low record wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eSolid Boron Cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtreme stiffness and low mass for instant transient response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003ePatented Symmetrical MC Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEight neodymium magnets and 24k gold coils for exceptional dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eAward-Winning Pedigree\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHonored by The Absolute Sound, hi-fi+, TONEAudio, and stereoplay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHandmade in Erlangen, Germany\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHand-assembled, tested, and backed by a two-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Low Output Moving Coil (MC)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Micro HD Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Solid Boron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Ceramic-Coated Aluminum, Twelve-Finger Design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 0.6mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 300 ohms (typical MC loading)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch (threaded)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 2.8 grams (±0.2 grams)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 7.0 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a moving coil phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Da Vinci is a low-output moving coil and should be used with a quality MC phono stage or step-up transformer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does the Da Vinci compare to the Stradivari V2.1?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Da Vinci moves from wood to the ceramic-coated aluminum body and a higher level of generator selection—greater transparency, speed, and dynamic authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Da Vinci v2.1?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe v2.1 updates the stylus to Clearaudio’s new Prime Line profile. This proven version, with its acclaimed Micro HD diamond, delivers the same generator and body at a significant price advantage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Da Vinci designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for audiophiles seeking a true reference moving coil—and savvy enough to seize flagship-class sound at a favorable price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-audio-advisor\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e40+ Years of Expertise – Helping music lovers build better systems since 1981.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee – Hear it in your own system with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; 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It’s built to uncover the smallest musical details while keeping the sound smooth, natural, and lifelike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eFrom the quietest background instruments to the biggest orchestral crescendos, the Cadenza Black lets you hear more of what’s in the groove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eShibata Stylus for Maximum Detail\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe Cadenza Black uses a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNude Shibata diamond stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e mounted on a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eboron cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. This lightweight, rigid combination follows the record groove with remarkable precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eYou’ll hear cleaner high frequencies, tighter bass, and more space around voices and instruments. The larger contact area also reduces distortion and helps minimize record wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdvanced Moving Coil Technology\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eInside is Ortofon’s low-mass moving coil generator wound with \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ehigh-purity 6NX oxygen-free copper wire\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. The lightweight moving system responds instantly to the tiny changes in the groove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe result is exceptional transparency, fast dynamics, and an expansive stereo image that makes recordings sound more realistic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuilt for Reference Systems\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe Cadenza Black is designed for serious analog systems with a high-quality \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003emoving coil phono preamp\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e or step-up transformer. When carefully aligned, it rewards you with reference-level performance that can transform your vinyl listening experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTurntables\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Best matched with high-performance turntables and precision tonearms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhono Preamp\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Requires a moving coil (MC) phono input or compatible step-up transformer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSetup\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Precise alignment and tracking force adjustment help the cartridge perform at its best.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNude Shibata Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eRetrieves exceptional detail while reducing distortion and groove wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBoron Cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eLightweight and extremely rigid for faster response and more accurate tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLow-Mass Moving Coil Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eProduces outstanding clarity, dynamics, and stereo imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHand-Assembled Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eCarefully built and tested to meet Ortofon’s highest quality standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Moving Coil (MC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus: Nude Shibata Diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever: Boron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoil Wire: 6NX Oxygen-Free Copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput: 0.33mV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow is the Cadenza Black different from the Cadenza Bronze?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe Black replaces the Bronze’s Replicant 100 stylus and aluminum cantilever with a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eShibata stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e on a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eboron cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, providing even greater detail, refinement, and tracking performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDo I need a moving coil phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eYes. The Cadenza Black requires an MC phono stage or a compatible step-up transformer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWho is the Cadenza Black for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eIt’s designed for experienced vinyl listeners who want the highest level of performance in the Cadenza Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Helping music lovers build better systems since 1981.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Hear it in your own system with confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReal Product Experts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Friendly advice before and after your purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – On qualifying orders over $49.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlexible Financing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Convenient payment options available.\u003cbr\u003e:::\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981573415085,"sku":"NEW-ORCADBLK","price":3199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981573447853,"sku":"DEMO-ORCADBLK","price":2999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/ORCADBLK_01-large__14894.1722955718.1280.1280_aefd06a4-7909-4a14-901b-a702eeab1ac5.jpg?v=1778096980"},{"product_id":"grado-timbre-opus4-phono-cartridge-mono","title":"Grado Timbre Opus4 Phono Cartridge - Mono","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X93563c0f3c023a038a0094ab928d8337cfabe00\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eGrado Timbre Opus4 Mono Moving Iron Phono Cartridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xc984a1db33e87b03170c719dc716eff9c73b545\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eGrado’s Wood-Body Sound, Built for Your Mono Records\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Grado Timbre Opus4 Mono Moving Iron Phono Cartridge brings the rich, organic character of Grado’s hand-carved maple-body Opus4 to dedicated mono playback. Hand-built in Brooklyn, it shares every material and construction detail with the stereo Opus4—but its generator is purpose-built for mono records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eIf your collection includes mono jazz, classical, or the great mono reissue series, this cartridge will transform how those records sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-a-dedicated-mono-cartridge\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Dedicated Mono Cartridge?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eMono records carry music in the groove’s side-to-side motion only. A true mono cartridge reads exactly that—so the surface noise, wear, and vertical artifacts a stereo cartridge picks up simply disappear. As Grado puts it, a mono cartridge makes your records quieter and more musical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003ePhase anomalies vanish, the center image locks in, and no mono switch is needed—both channels carry the identical signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"true-mono-generator-not-a-shortcut\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eTrue Mono Generator, Not a Shortcut\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eGrado doesn’t simply bridge a stereo cartridge. The Opus4 Mono uses a revised version of Joseph Grado’s patented flux-bridger moving iron generator, engineered for mono operation while keeping the same ultra-low moving mass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"hand-carved-american-maple-body\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Carved American Maple Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eLike the stereo version, the Opus4 Mono’s body is carved from American maple, a tonewood prized for its warm, balanced resonance character—paired with an elliptical diamond on an aluminum cantilever and Grado’s OCC copper signal path with cryogenic treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"high-output-hand-built-in-brooklyn\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHigh Output, Hand-Built in Brooklyn\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eWith 4.0mV of output, the Opus4 Mono works with any standard MM phono input. Each one is built to order and hand-assembled at Grado’s family-owned Brooklyn factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Opus4 Mono suits any quality turntable with a standard MM phono input. Many collectors keep it mounted on a second headshell or tonearm, switching to it whenever a mono pressing hits the platter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003ePlease note: mono versions are built to order by Grado—allow additional lead time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eTrue Mono Moving Iron Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReads only the mono groove for quieter, more musical playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Carved American Maple Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNatural tonewood damping for rich, organic, full-bodied sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eElliptical Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIdeal for original mono LPs and modern mono reissues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHigh-Output Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4.0mV works with any standard MM phono input—no mono switch needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWood Cartridge Upgrade Program\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrade in any Grado wood cartridge toward a new one—regardless of condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuilt to order at Grado’s family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Mono Moving Iron (MI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Elliptical Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Aluminum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Hand-Carved American Maple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 4.0mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; 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For stereo records, use the stereo Opus4—many collectors keep one of each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it differ from the stereo Opus4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials and construction are identical—the generator is revised for true mono operation, so mono pressings play quieter, cleaner, and with a rock-solid center image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Opus4 Mono designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for collectors of mono jazz, classical, and mono reissues who want an affordable entry into dedicated mono playback with Grado’s wood-body warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-audio-advisor\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; 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The company's latest cartridge is designed to help you rediscover the sounds that have shaped your life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBeneath its sleek blue steel exterior lies a blend of craftsmanship and innovation. It captures each note with the warmth and depth that vinyl offers, complemented by the modern technology that has made Ortofon a trusted name in audio for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Finest Diamond in the World\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAchieving linear reproduction with a wide frequency range and optimal tracking requires a diamond that closely mimics the original cutting stylus. The Ortofon MC 90X features the Replicant 100 diamond, renowned for its thin, light profile and exceptionally large contact surface, allowing it to trace grooves with unmatched precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe diamond’s shape, combined with a special polishing process and a Boron cantilever, ensures exceptional transparency, speed, and responsiveness, delivering exceptional sound quality for an immersive audio experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNeodymium Magnet System\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe magnet system is inspired by the designs of previous iconic models, including the Kontrapunkt series, the MC Jubilee, and the MC Windfeld. It is based on an extremely strong, compact neodymium magnet, which makes the generator system both compact and lighter through its minimal dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eOrtofon’s Field Stabilizing Element, a small cylinder of conductive material strategically placed inside the magnet system, guarantees that the force field remains stable regardless of the movement of the armature. FSE improves the channel separation, while at the same time minimizing dynamic distortion and intermodulation. The result is fantastic dynamics and even more elbow room between the musicians. You simply experience more drama and greater breadth, height, and depth in the sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSelective Laser Melting Technology (SLM)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBuilding on the groundbreaking technology of the MC A90, the MC 90X features a stainless-steel structure crafted using Selective Laser Melting (SLM) technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe use of stainless steel in the MC 90X cartridges enhances the overall rigidity of the structure, cartridge weight, and dynamic capability. This robust material not only contributes to superior sound quality but also ensures that the cartridge is compatible with a wider range of turntables. By achieving the optimal weight, the MC 90X maintains a perfect balance, allowing for exceptional performance across various setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWide Range Damping System (WRD)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eA standout feature of the Ortofon MC 90X is the Wide Range Damping (WRD) system. This advanced system employs a platinum disc placed between two rubber absorbers with distinct properties, ensuring superior tracking and effective damping across the entire frequency range. The design minimizes distortion and resonance, enhancing sound clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eOrtofon develops and manufactures its exclusive rubber compounds in-house, ensuring exceptional cartridge performance. The improved rubber components in the MC 90X play a crucial role in enhancing overall cartridge performance and delivering an unparalleled listening experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981618241709,"sku":"NEW-ORMC90X","price":5769.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981618274477,"sku":"DEMO-ORMC90X","price":5499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/ORMC90X_01_angle_2025__83463.1738079811.1280.1280_e3f2d565-5e82-43c3-8489-64ecbf038c2b.jpg?v=1778160581"},{"product_id":"ortofon-mc-quintet-red-phono-cartridge","title":"Ortofon MC Quintet Red Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003ch3\u003eEditors' Choice Award 2024 – \u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e Magazine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEntry Point to Ortofon's World Famous Moving Coil Sound\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eEnter the exclusive world of Ortofon's famous moving coil sound! The Quintet Red is a perfect introduction to the world of Ortofon moving coils. It features an Elliptical diamond, which is cut and polished to Ortofon's standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThis entry-level MC cartridge has very high price-to-performance ratio and is a perfect all-rounder for the newcomers to the world of moving coil cartridges. MC Quintet Red is an all-purpose cartridge that delivers open, dynamic sound with a slight touch of warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAward-Winning Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e magazine honored the Ortofon Quintet Red with an Editors' Choice Award for 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"At $399 the Quintet Red (0.5mV) is inexpensive for a moving-coil cartridge but it doesn’t sound like a cheapskate. It’s quick on transients, sure-footed in tracking, and a slam-dunk candidate for any thoughtful starter system. It drops some resolution and tonal purity at the frequency extremes but retains a persuasive feel for the distinctive musicality of LP playback. \"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"An Excellent Buy\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"If you are getting into your first Moving Coil cartridge and have a budget you won’t be disappointed with the Quintet Red,\" reports anton, \u003cem\u003ehifichicken.com\u003c\/em\u003e, August 8, 2022. \"Both the Quintet Red and Blue are a huge step up from the 2M series and that comes with the territory of Moving Coil.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"General presentation was neutral and balanced, meaning this cartridge would make an excellent all-rounder for someone wanting to try a step up to [low output] MCs,\" notes Scooter McTav, \u003cem\u003eaudiokarma.org\u003c\/em\u003e. \"Considering it’s affordablity, it also represents an excellent buy for the new or reborn vinyl enthusiast who is looking for a significant step up in sound without breaking the bank.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Quintet Story\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eNothing demonstrates Ortofon's long-standing resilience more than its commitment to the refinement of analog sound quality and its continued development of new cartridge models. Since 1948 Ortofon has introduced about 100 different moving coil models. Ortofon believes that the cartridges in this new series are more than worthy successors to the long line of models that has made Ortofon the global leader in the manufacture and supply of phono cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe MC Quintet Series is congruent with Ortofon's unrelenting commitment to providing the most precise and accurate reproduction possible without coloration. A special ABS (Acrylonitrile\/Butadiene\/Styrene) thermoplastic material is used for manufacturing of the body. This lightweight, impact resistant material is very suitable for injection molding and provides a very durable scratch resistant surface. Neodymium magnets are implemented to achieve an optimal output. Low internal impedance makes the cartridge less sensitive to load and therefore ensures compatibility with the widest range of preamps and transformers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Quintet Product Line\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eEach of the five Quintet Series cartridges has its own individual sonic expression, and all five models together represent the ensemble of five classic variations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe MC Quintet Mono is a true mono cartridge for playing mono microgroove vinyl records. The MC Quintet Red is an all-purpose cartridge that delivers open, dynamic sound with a slight touch of warmth. The MC Quintet Blue adds more dynamics and resolution, sounds more open and reproduces more details. The MC Quintet Bronze adds even more details and resolution but in a very evenhanded way that pays respect to all elements. The MC Quintet Black S is the best of everything, true to the groove with resolution and accurate insight into each recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"An Outstanding Balance\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Ortofon MC Quintet Red is a good choice for those who need to lift the sound from the vinyl collection, but are not looking for special qualities,\" observes Lasse Svendsen, \u003cem\u003elbtechreviews.com\u003c\/em\u003e, August 13, 2020. \"The qualities of the cartridge lie in an outstanding balance, almost completely neutral sound and a rock-solid presentation of all music.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"A very tolerant and flexible MC,\" notes VJT1952, \u003cem\u003evinylengine.com\u003c\/em\u003e. \"Gives a satisfying performance and handles old vinyl well. Very little surface noise, and opens up a bit as it breaks in. Good starting point for low output MC.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEasy to Install and Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eTop mounting of the Quintet cartridges is easy and secure using the screws supplied. The aluminum frame has threaded mounting holes and is fitted easily with the 5mm or 7mm screws, depending on the thickness of the headshell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Quintet series' right angles, straight lines, stylus visibility, and ample distance between the record surface and the cartridge's bottom will make it easy to mount and align the cartridge and tonearm correctly. The Quintet Series gives excellent results with most widely used tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981624598701,"sku":"NEW-ORMCQURED","price":419.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981624631469,"sku":"DEMO-ORMCQURED","price":329.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/ORMCQURED_02_2024__49541.1726741625.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778117552"},{"product_id":"clearaudio-talisman-v2-1-gold-phono-cartridge","title":"Clearaudio Talisman V2.1 Gold  Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xf2883e11bf5a684007034b9ebe2628a6b44ae3d\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eClearaudio Talisman V2.1 Gold Phono Cartridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xd9359f00b103fe552db0bc761e293ecd5c23778\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eYour Entry into Clearaudio’s Legendary Moving Coils\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Clearaudio Talisman V2.1 Gold Phono Cartridge opens the door to one of the most celebrated moving coil families in analog audio. Handmade in Erlangen, Germany, the Talisman pairs Clearaudio’s patented symmetrical generator—with dual 24-karat gold coils—with a boron cantilever, the new Prime Line stylus, and a hand-polished solid ebony body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eIt’s the most affordable way to own the same core technology found in Clearaudio’s five-figure flagships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X88d8bf3110dfb2b52e5750897b4a08ac63e94f2\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003ePatented Symmetrical Generator with 24k Gold Coils\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eClearaudio’s moving coil generator—patented by founder Peter Suchy—is absolutely symmetrical mechanically, magnetically, and electrically. Dual air-core coils of pure 24-karat gold sit inside a ring of eight super neodymium magnets, doubling the magnetic efficiency of conventional designs for over 30% greater dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eThe result is vanishingly low distortion and a soundstage of exceptional precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"prime-line-stylus-on-solid-boron\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003ePrime Line Stylus on Solid Boron\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eNew for v2.1, the Talisman wears Clearaudio’s Prime Line diamond—a hybrid-parabolic line-contact profile with reduced tip mass, developed for the flagship Goldfinger Statement—bonded into a solid boron cantilever. Detail retrieval, tracking, and high-frequency purity all step up over the previous generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xbac0cf66d70abd62cac49d45d3c800d031102a2\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSolid Ebony Body with Internal Metal Damping\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Talisman’s hand-polished solid ebony body conceals a metal-alloy internal structure that damps resonance, giving music a warm, composed foundation and a quiet background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"handmade-in-germany\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHandmade in Germany\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEvery Talisman V2.1 is assembled and tested by hand at Clearaudio’s factory in Erlangen, Germany, and backed by a two-year warranty with registration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Talisman V2.1 is a low-output moving coil and requires an MC phono stage (typical loading around 300 ohms). Its medium compliance and 11-gram mass suit medium-mass tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eWhen the stylus eventually wears, Clearaudio’s generous MC trade-in and exchange program protects your investment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003ePatented Symmetrical MC Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEight neodymium magnets and 24k gold coils for exceptional dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eClearaudio Prime Line Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFlagship-derived profile for superior detail and tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eSolid Boron Cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtreme stiffness and low mass for instant transient response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eSolid Ebony Body with Metal-Alloy Damping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWarm, composed presentation with a quiet background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHandmade in Erlangen, Germany\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHand-assembled, tested, and backed by a two-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eStandard ½-Inch Mount\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThreaded holes with mounting hardware included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Low Output Moving Coil (MC)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Clearaudio Prime Line Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Solid Boron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Hand-Polished Solid Ebony\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 0.5mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 300 ohms (typical MC loading)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch (threaded)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 2.8 grams (±0.2 grams)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 11 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a moving coil phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Talisman V2.1 is a low-output (0.5mV) moving coil and should be used with an MC phono stage or step-up transformer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does the Talisman compare to the Charisma v2.1 MM?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth use flagship-derived styli. The Talisman’s true moving coil generator delivers the speed, transparency, and dimensionality MCs are famous for—if you have an MC phono stage, it’s the next step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Concerto v2.1?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Concerto adds Clearaudio’s twelve-finger resonance-optimized body architecture and a lighter 7-gram build for broader tonearm compatibility and greater refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Talisman V2.1 designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for audiophiles making their first serious moving coil investment—flagship technology at the line’s most approachable price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-audio-advisor\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; 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text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFlexible Financing – Convenient payment options available.\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clearaudio","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981646815405,"sku":"NEW-CLTALIV21","price":2700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981646848173,"sku":"DEMO-CLTALIV21","price":2700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Open Box","offer_id":45981646880941,"sku":"OPEN-CLTALIV21","price":2700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Cosmetically Blemished","offer_id":45981646913709,"sku":"BLEM-CLTALIV21","price":2700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Factory Refreshed","offer_id":45981646946477,"sku":"RFRB-CLTALIV21","price":2700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/CLTALIV21_01-Large__07773.1726505584.1280.1280_463a5b20-f2c1-4f29-aa9f-38698a40946d.jpg?v=1778136405"},{"product_id":"ortofon-2mr-78-cartridge-low-profile-design-for-rega-turntables","title":"Ortofon 2MR 78 Cartridge - Low-profile Design for Rega Turntables","description":"\u003ch3\u003ePhono Cartridge of Choice for 78 rpm Shellac Records\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eOrtofon’s 2M 78 mono phono cartridge is the cartridge of choice for playback of 78 rpm shellac records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThis special version of the 2M 78 uses a low-profile design for convenient use with Rega turntables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe 2M 78 uses a spherical diamond that is perfect for playback of 78 rpm shellac records, which require a larger stylus profile, and the improved engine provides a high level of sonic accuracy. The ‘strapped output’ deliver sthe same output signal from both sets of pole pins. This effectively eliminates the need for mono-specific equipment, making it possible to enjoy true mono reproduction on any stereo playback system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Sensational schellac!\" raves Tony Bolton in his \u003cem\u003eHi-Fi World\u003c\/em\u003e review, praising the 2M 78 for its “detailed sound,\" \"low surface noise,\" \"fast and punchy rhythms,\" and \"excellent tracking at the recommended 1.8 g.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy You Should Use a Mono Cartridge for 78 rpm Mono Records\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIf you play a mono record with a stereo cartridge you will not achieve the same signal in the two channels due to imperfections such as crosstalk, noise, phase errors, tracking error, antiskating and distortion. This difference between the channels will result in an unstable and partially fuzzy image. A mono switch, to some extent, can improve this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePlaying the same record with a mono cartridge will have none of the aforementioned problems, as this cartridge only produces one signal, which afterwards is directed to both channels in the system. This will provide a much more forceful and stable image with a fuller sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAnother significant advantage of using a mono cartridge to play mono records is the absence of response to vertical movement. This means that a mono cartridge is essentially impervious to the pinching effect, which comes into action when the stylus is pushed vertically upward in very narrow grooves. In addition, the response to dust, dirt and wear will be reduced substantially as the vertical component will not be heard. The final result will be a much more clean and noiseless reproduction of the mono record. These effects simply cannot be achieved merely by the use of a mono switch.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981701079213,"sku":"NEW-OR2MR78","price":169.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981701111981,"sku":"DEMO-OR2MR78","price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/OR2MR78_01_2023__11705.1701273841.1280.1280_23123ed5-6c9f-44a2-82ab-4dd61e2053d6.jpg?v=1778147676"},{"product_id":"ortofon-concorde-music-black-moving-magnet-phono-cartridge","title":"Ortofon Concorde Music Black Moving Magnet Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Best Concorde Music Cartridge\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrtofon Concorde Music Black\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is the top model in the Concorde Music Series. It combines Ortofon’s best moving magnet technology with a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNude Shibata diamond stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e to deliver outstanding detail, clarity, and accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eIf you want the convenience of the Concorde design without giving up high-end sound quality, this is the cartridge to own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eShibata Stylus Reveals More Music\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNude Shibata stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e has a long, narrow contact shape that follows the record groove with exceptional precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eYou’ll hear more of the small details that make music feel real—from the texture of a singer’s voice to the decay of cymbals and the natural ambience of the recording space. The larger contact area also helps reduce distortion and record wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdvanced Moving Magnet Technology\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eInside the Concorde Music Black is Ortofon’s quad-coil moving magnet engine with \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esilver-plated oxygen-free copper coils\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esplit pole pin technology\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis combination delivers a smooth, balanced sound with outstanding stereo imaging and excellent dynamic range. The healthy output works with virtually any moving magnet phono preamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEasy Installation. Serious Performance.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eLike every Concorde Music cartridge, the Black combines the cartridge and headshell into one unit. It slides directly onto any \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSME-style bayonet tonearm\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and locks into place in seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eYou get reference-level moving magnet performance without the time and hassle of mounting and aligning a conventional cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTurntables\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Fits tonearms with an SME-style bayonet connector.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecord Care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Clean records allow the Shibata stylus to perform at its best.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUpgrade Path\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – The stylus can be replaced when it eventually wears, extending the life of the cartridge body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNude Shibata Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eTracks the groove with exceptional precision to reveal more detail while reducing distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQuad-Coil Moving Magnet Engine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eProduces a powerful, balanced sound with excellent stereo imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSplit Pole Technology\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eHelps deliver smooth, extended high frequencies and natural midrange performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntegrated Concorde Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eInstalls in seconds without mounting screws or cartridge alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Moving Magnet (MM)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus: Nude Shibata Diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever: Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal Wiring: Silver-Plated OFC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting: Integrated Concorde for SME-style tonearms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow is the Black different from the Bronze?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe Black replaces the Bronze’s \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFine Line stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e with a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eShibata stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, which retrieves even more detail and offers the highest level of performance in the Concorde Music Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWill it fit my turntable?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eIt fits turntables with an \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSME-style bayonet tonearm\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. It is not designed for fixed-headshell tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs setup difficult?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eNo. Simply slide the cartridge onto the tonearm, tighten the locking collar, set the tracking force, and you’re ready to enjoy your records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Helping music lovers build better systems since 1981.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Hear it in your own system with confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReal Product Experts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Friendly advice before and after your purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – On qualifying orders over $49.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlexible Financing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Convenient payment options available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981750853805,"sku":"NEW-ORCM-BLK","price":699.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981750886573,"sku":"DEMO-ORCM-BLK","price":549.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/ORCM_BLK_01_2024__22270.1726737849.1280.1280_378ead9c-621e-4537-a230-46be9a10583b.jpg?v=1778154703"},{"product_id":"michell-cusis-e-h-moving-coil-cartridge","title":"Michell CUSIS E\/H Moving Coil Cartridge","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;The Cusis E\/H is the high output variant of Michell's highly acclaimed Cusis E cartridge, allowing it to now be used with MM phono stages.\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":513,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0}'\u003eThe Cusis E\/H is the high output variant of Michell's highly acclaimed Cusis E cartridge, allowing it to now be used with MM phono stages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michell Engineering","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981799186605,"sku":"NEW-MICUSISEH","price":1299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981799219373,"sku":"DEMO-MICUSISEH","price":1299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MICUSISEH_01_2024__43936.1712673251.1280.1280_f9e91649-54a2-46c1-bee4-6b4f1c75fc4f.jpg?v=1778153060"},{"product_id":"grado-timbre-platinum3-phono-cartridge-low-output","title":"Grado Timbre Platinum3 Phono Cartridge - Low Output","description":"\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Component 2025 – \u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrado's First Step-up Wooden-Body Cartridge Model\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe first step-up model from Grado's Opus3 maple-body phono cartridge, the Platinum3 puts Jarrah wood and a twin magnet system to work for your favorite music. The 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eTo make the Grado Timbre Series work as a whole, Grado's engineers created a way for Jarrah wood, diamonds, and a twin magnet system to integrate with Grado's Flux-Bridge. Grado modified its four-piece OTL cantilever technology to achieve a 10% tip mass reduction over the Prestige Series and has ultra-high purity long crystal (UHPLC) oxygen free copper wire in the coils. The Platinum3 uses a specially Grado designed elliptical diamond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Recommended Component\" Honors\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e honored the Platinum3 by awarding it the magazine's coveted Recommend Component status for 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAccording to \u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e,\"HR [Herb Reichert] described this wood-bodied, low-compliance, moving iron cartridge, which weighs 9gm and is fitted with an elliptical stylus, as 'a poor man's Koetsu,' because it produces lush, spacious, color-saturated sound.'\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"HR wrote that it reproduced opera and early classical music with 'ease, elegance, and dramatic subtlety.' He concluded that 'if your taste in music runs toward acoustic jazz, ambient, or classical, the Platinum3 could save you from spending $4000 on a fancy-pants MC. It's that good.'\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBuilt from Jarrah Wood\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAfter the Platinum3 cartridge is crafted, it is placed inside an Australian Jarrah wood housing. Jarrah is relied upon for the majority of Timbre Series due to 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eExtreme Precision\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eGrado 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 also an unobstructed path for a cleaner signal. The music is allowed to travel undistorted through the coils, greatly reducing mechanical noise. 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Its impressive power and incredible features, including a Bluetooth app, set a new performance benchmark at this price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Dynamo 10's built-in Magnitude MT-1kW amplifier delivers up to 1,000 watts peak power and 500 watts continuous power. The bass driver is a 10\" high-excursion, aluminum cone in a stamped steel basket for extremely muscular, highly musical low bass down to 23 Hz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAward-Winning Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Dynamo 10 won a Best Value Audiophile Gear Award 2025 from \u003cem\u003efutureaudiophile.com\u003c\/em\u003e, August 6, 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The MartinLogan Dynamo 10 comes in at a perfect price point, and has better\/deeper than expected performance and lots of output from a very sexy-looking little subwoofer. There is no bigger value than to add a subwoofer to your audiophile system, and this is a high-performance yet low-cost option.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"A Rare Combination of Sound, Style, and Smart Engineering\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The MartinLogan Dynamo 10 delivers more than just solid bass. It pairs fast, controlled drivers with a well-built cabinet that leans toward furniture rather than industrial black box and adds features that punch above its price,\" reports W. Jennings, \u003cem\u003eecoustics.com\u003c\/em\u003e, August 31, 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Compared with competitors, it stands out for build quality, thoughtful design, and practical versatility, all backed by a three-year warranty. 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The Dynamo Series subwoofers continue that legacy while incorporating modern technologies and innovations, creating a completely new take on this classic recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThese next-generation Dynamo subwoofers pack an incredible feature list and impressive power into a stylish, compact, room-friendly package. With extensive technology, including built-in wireless signal connection, anti-vibration feet, and easy-to-use app control, Dynamo series subwoofers not only look and sound incredible but are also extremely user-friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBuilt-in Wireless Connectivity\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eGetting the best sound from your subwoofer means placing it just right, but running cables can be a challenge. Dynamo subwoofers come with a built-in Wireless Receiver and Wireless Transmitter, making setup easy and clutter-free. 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Meticulously engineered for reliability, Dynamo subwoofers offer versatile performance to meet your musical and powerful bass needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMagnitude® 1kW and 1.6kW Amplifiers Redefine Dynamo Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eMartinLogan’s proprietary Magnitude® Amplifiers unlock the full potential of custom-engineered Dynamo woofers. Featuring two carefully crafted architectures, the advanced Magnitude® 1kW in the Dynamo 10 delivers up to 1000W Peak (500W RMS) of clean power, ensuring remarkable impact and seamless musicality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eMeanwhile, the Magnitude® 1.6kW in the Dynamo 12 offers an impressive 1600W Peak (800W RMS), delivering powerful, deep bass with unparalleled clarity, precision and visceral impact. These ultra-efficient Class-D architectures guarantee exceptional control, providing an immersive audio experience that enhances all your favorite content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAdvanced Vojtko DSP Engine: Elevating Subwoofer Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eDynamo subwoofers utilize the cutting-edge, ultra-high-resolution Vojtko DSP engine, named after MartinLogan’s Chief Audio Technologist. Featuring a best-in-class 500MHz DSP with 64-bit processing, the Vojtko DSP engine controls all aspects of subwoofer performance in real-time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThis level of computing power enables advanced features like wireless app control, integrated wireless signal connection, and other advanced DSP functions with complete audible transparency, allowing MartinLogan engineers to fine-tune performance for maximum output and fidelity. Thanks to the computational power of this sophisticated DSP engine, Dynamo subwoofers are also compatible with the award-winning Anthem Room Correction system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eReduced Vibration, Enhanced Bass\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eSolid bass performance is a critical component of any audio system and contributes to the visceral impact of your entertainment. Dynamo’s integrated anti-vibration feet improve bass performance while reducing floor and wall vibrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBy dramatically reducing energy transfer between the subwoofer and the floor, unwanted room rattles and buzzes are eliminated, resulting in tighter, cleaner bass and improved system clarity and dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAs a less intrusive alternative to acoustic room treatments, Dynamo’s integrated anti vibration feet can also help minimize noise complaints by reducing vibration transfer into adjoining rooms. 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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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Recommended Component\" Honors\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e honored the Ortofon MC Windfield Ti by awarding it the magazine's coveted Recommend Component status for 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAccording to \u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e, \"Derived from the first Windfeld model – which was designed by Ortofon's head of R\u0026amp;D, Leif Johannsen, and named for his predecessor in that position, Per Windfeld – the new Windfeld Ti MC cartridge differs from the original in its use of a titanium body core that flares at the top to form its mounting platform, which is drilled and tapped for cartridge bolts of the usual sort. (The Windfeld Ti's outer body is made of stainless steel.)\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"According to MF [Michael Fremer], the Windfeld Ti, with which he used a vertical tracking force of 2.3gm, 'retained all of the sweetness and lushness of the original Windfeld.' He added that 'no one will be disappointed by the Windfeld Ti's reproduction of space.' Mikey's conclusion: '[The Ti] buys you a piece of the highest echelon of cartridge performance for thousands fewer bucks.'\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Product of the Year\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e honored the MC Windfield Ti with a Product of the Year Award 2018. According to the magazine, \"Sonically, the Ti allows a listener to play nearly every album in his catalog without being bothered by any sins of commission. This ability to play whatever, whenever, is one of the MC Windfeld Ti's biggest assets. If you value high neutrality and high resolution, low coloration and low distortion, and tracking ability that rivals the best moving magnets, then this outstanding new moving coil is for you.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Wide, Deep, Stable Soundstages\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eNo one will be disappointed by the Windfeld Ti's reproduction of space: if they were on the recording, this cartridge delivered solid, three-dimensional images on wide, deep, stable soundstages,\" notes Michael Fremer, \u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e, August 2017. \"With a VTF of 2.3 gm, the Windfeld Ti tracked well everything I threw at it, especially sibilants.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"It makes no apologies or excuses as far as delivering a stunningly neutral, clean, and liquid sound,\" reports Gregory Petan, \u003cem\u003ePositive Feedback,\u003c\/em\u003e February 7, 2019. \"For those who like a more forward presentation, I'd look elsewhere. But for an honest, perhaps relaxed, presentation that stays way out of its own way, the MC Windfeld Ti is a phenomenal cartridge and hopefully will remain with me for years to come.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAchieves the Next Level of Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eOrtofon's extensive knowledge of vibration properties, characteristics in different shapes and materials, competences in magnetism, mechanical design, and new technologies all optimize the MC Windfeld, which achieves the next level of performance with reduced vibrations and increased capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThose 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePerfect Mechanical Integration\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eHistorically, Ortofon has always followed its own path with regard to the mechanical design of the cartridge housing, because mechanical rigidity and total freedom from resonance in the audible range are a precondition for optimal sound quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn the MC Windfeld Ti, the cartridge’s contact with the tonerarm takes place through three hard, well-defined contact points placed on the fastening section of the cartridge. This means that the mechanical integration of the cartridge and the tonearm arm are always absolutely perfect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility and Flexible Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith optimized weight and moderate compliance to suit the majority of modern tonearms, the MC Windfeld Ti is easy compatible with a wide range high-end turntable equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eA low output impedance of 7 ohm and a medium output voltage of 0.2 mV makes the Ortofon MC Windfeld Ti a perfect partner for most MC pre-amps as well as step-up transformers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWhen combined with Ortofon’s world-class knowledge in analog sound reproduction, The MC Windfeld Ti will provide unsurpassed sound which simply has to be experienced.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981874323629,"sku":"NEW-ORMCWITI","price":6299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/ORMCWITI_02_2024__61053.1726741918.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778117564"},{"product_id":"grado-statement4-lineage-series-phono-cartridge-mono","title":"Grado Statement4 Lineage Series Phono Cartridge, Mono","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X9ad790d3fe461c3b5cef3ec137df321957d451c\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eGrado Lineage Statement4 Mono Moving Iron Phono Cartridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"flagship-class-mono-playback-begins-here\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFlagship-Class Mono Playback Begins Here\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Grado Lineage Statement4 Mono Moving Iron Phono Cartridge brings Grado’s cost-no-object Lineage platform—Brazilian ebony body, machined boron cantilever, nude Shibata diamond, 7N OCC copper coils—to dedicated mono playback. Hand-assembled at Grado’s original Brooklyn factory, it treats your mono records with the seriousness they deserve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eFor collections built around original mono jazz and classical pressings, this is where playback becomes an event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-a-dedicated-mono-cartridge\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Dedicated Mono Cartridge?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eMono records carry music in the groove’s side-to-side motion only. A true mono cartridge reads exactly that—so the surface noise, wear, and vertical artifacts a stereo cartridge picks up simply disappear. As Grado puts it, a mono cartridge makes your records quieter and more musical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003ePhase anomalies vanish, the center image locks in, and no mono switch is needed—both channels carry the identical signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"true-mono-generator-flagship-execution\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eTrue Mono Generator, Flagship Execution\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eGrado doesn’t simply bridge a stereo cartridge. The Statement4 Mono uses a revised, mono-dedicated version of the flux-bridger generator, wound with ultra-high-purity 7N OCC copper and cryogenically treated during both component preparation and final assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X5b5e9ba965877d17355b2b672a72030ebe75472\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNude Shibata on Machined Boron, Brazilian Ebony Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Shibata profile rides portions of the groove wall untouched by decades of conical styli, often making vintage mono pressings sound startlingly fresh. The boron cantilever delivers it all with instant speed, while the dense Brazilian ebony body keeps the background silent and the presentation composed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"low-output-design-hand-built-in-brooklyn\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLow-Output Design, Hand-Built in Brooklyn\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Statement4 Mono is a low-output (1.0mV) design for use with high-gain phono stages. Each one is built to order and hand-assembled at the family-owned Grado factory that has built cartridges in Brooklyn since 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Statement4 Mono belongs on a reference-quality turntable and tonearm with a high-gain phono stage. Unlike low-output moving coils, it loads at standard 10k–47k ohms—no fussy impedance matching required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003ePlease note: mono versions are built to order by Grado—allow additional lead time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eTrue Mono Moving Iron Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReads only the mono groove for quieter, more musical playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eBrazilian Ebony Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExceptionally dense tonewood for outstanding resonance control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eNude Shibata Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtended groove contact revives even well-played vintage mono pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eMachined Boron Cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtreme stiffness and low mass for instant response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e7N OCC Copper Coils with Dual Cryogenic Treatment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFlagship-grade windings for transparency and silence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuilt to order at Grado’s original family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Mono Low Output Moving Iron (MI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Nude Shibata Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Machined Boron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Brazilian Ebony\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 1.0mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 10k–47k ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 1.6–1.9 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 10 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a moving coil phono preamp or mono switch?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou need added gain for the 1.0mV output, but it loads at standard 10k–47k ohms—any quality high-gain phono stage works. No mono switch is needed; both channels carry the identical signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eCan I play stereo records with it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe mono version is purpose-built for mono pressings. For stereo records, use the stereo Statement4—serious collectors typically run both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Timbre Reference4 Mono?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Statement4 Mono moves up to the flagship Lineage platform: Brazilian ebony, 7N OCC copper, and Grado’s tightest assembly tolerances for a quieter, more transparent mono presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Statement4 Mono designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for audiophiles with prized mono collections who want flagship-class playback with the warmth only a wood-bodied Grado delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-audio-advisor\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; 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It is made for listeners who want to hear every detail their records have to offer. Compared with the 2M Bronze, the Black reveals even more texture, space, and fine musical detail while staying smooth and natural.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eIf your turntable and audio system are ready for a higher level of performance, the 2M Black delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Shibata Stylus Makes the Difference\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe biggest upgrade is the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNude Shibata diamond stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Its long, narrow shape reaches deep into the record groove and follows it with great accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eYou’ll hear more low-level detail, cleaner highs, and less distortion, especially on the inner tracks of an album. The larger contact area also helps reduce record wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdvanced Moving Magnet Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe 2M Black uses Ortofon’s advanced moving magnet engine with \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esplit pole pin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e technology and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esilver-plated copper wire\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis design helps produce a wide frequency response, excellent stereo imaging, and a natural, balanced sound. With its healthy output, the 2M Black works with virtually any moving magnet phono preamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuilt for Serious Listening\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe cartridge body is made from \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLexan DMX\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, a rigid material that helps control unwanted vibration. This allows the stylus to read the groove more accurately and lets more of the music come through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eLike every cartridge in the 2M family, the 2M Black is designed to be easy to mount on most standard tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTurntables\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Fits most tonearms that use a standard ½-inch cartridge mount.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecord Care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Clean records help the Shibata stylus deliver its best performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSetup\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Careful alignment lets the Shibata stylus perform at its full potential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNude Shibata Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eReaches deeper into the groove than simpler stylus shapes, giving you more detail and lower distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSplit Pole Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eHelps produce a smooth, natural sound with excellent stereo imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSilver-Plated Copper Coils\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eCarry the tiny musical signal with very little loss, helping preserve fine detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRigid Cartridge Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe Lexan DMX body reduces unwanted vibration for cleaner playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Moving Magnet (MM)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus: Nude Shibata Diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever: Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput: 5.0mV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal Wiring: Silver-Plated Copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Material: Lexan DMX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow is the 2M Black different from the 2M Bronze?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe 2M Black uses a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNude Shibata stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e instead of a Fine Line stylus. It retrieves even more detail and tracks the groove with greater precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it difficult to set up?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eNot really, but the Shibata stylus is more precise than simpler stylus shapes. Taking the time to align it correctly will help you get the best sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWill it work with my phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eYes. The 2M Black is a moving magnet cartridge and works with virtually any MM phono input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Helping music lovers build better systems since 1981.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Hear it in your own system with confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReal Product Experts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Friendly advice before and after your purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – On qualifying orders over $49.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlexible Financing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Convenient payment options available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45982016733357,"sku":"NEW-OR2MBLK","price":749.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45982016766125,"sku":"DEMO-OR2MBLK","price":579.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/or2mblk_ko-large__03707.1717082085.1280.1280_3d72b03d-6910-463c-819b-da3b8b9cc725.jpg?v=1778095466"},{"product_id":"grado-timbre-sonata4-phono-cartridge-high-output","title":"Grado Timbre Sonata4 Phono Cartridge - High Output","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X72c618f7e5427726b7f5a606d3cdab0465118c6\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eGrado Timbre Sonata4 Moving Iron Phono Cartridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"the-nude-stylus-changes-everything\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThe Nude Stylus Changes Everything\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Grado Timbre Sonata4 Moving Iron Phono Cartridge marks a real turning point in Grado’s wood-body line: it’s where the stylus goes nude. Hand-built in Brooklyn with a hand-carved Mediterranean olive wood body, the Sonata4 mounts a nude elliptical diamond on a specially designed cantilever for audibly faster, cleaner, more detailed sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eFor serious listeners climbing the Timbre range, this is the step worth stretching for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xa5f41b41ea1003252e242307752515ff84cc129\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNude Elliptical Diamond on an Upgraded Cantilever\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eUnlike the bonded styli on the Opus4 and Platinum4, the Sonata4’s nude elliptical is cut from a single piece of diamond—no metal shank, no glue joint, far less tip mass. Mounted to a specially designed aluminum cantilever, it responds to the groove faster and more faithfully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eYou’ll hear crisper transients, sweeter highs, lower surface noise, and finer low-level detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X1c1477d9800d2ec8f691143cfff12e737754378\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eDense, fine-grained olive wood damps and tunes vibrational energy naturally, giving the Sonata4 the warm, organic, dimensional character that has made Grado’s wood cartridges famous. The 4 Series body is reshaped for better cantilever visibility and easier alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xab22bd0faad305ed4beea78c832ade89464c106\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFlux-Bridger Moving Iron Generator with 6N Copper\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eJoseph Grado’s patented flux-bridger design pairs fixed coils—wound with ultra-high-purity 6N OCC copper—with an ultra-low-mass moving iron element. Add cryogenic component treatment and internal damping, and the result is remarkable transparency and speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X1d391cda695c68be8379dd6aa20a3af0edc51df\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThree Versions: High Output, Low Output, and Mono\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Sonata4 comes in three versions: High Output (4.0mV), Low Output (1.0mV), and Mono. High Output works with any standard MM phono input; Low Output rewards higher-gain phono stages with even lower moving mass and finer detail; and the Mono version is purpose-built for dedicated mono record collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"hand-built-in-brooklyn-new-york\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, New York\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEvery Timbre Series cartridge is assembled and tested by hand at Grado Labs in Brooklyn, where the Grado family has been building cartridges since 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Sonata4 rewards quality turntables with medium-mass tonearms and a good phono stage. Choose high output for any MM phono input, or low output if your phono stage offers extra gain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eWhen the stylus eventually wears, Grado’s Wood Cartridge Upgrade Program lets you trade in any Grado wood cartridge toward a new one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eNude Elliptical Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSingle-piece diamond with far less tip mass for faster, cleaner sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eSpecially Designed Cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUpgraded assembly transfers groove detail with minimal loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNatural tonewood damping for warm, dimensional, organic sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eFlux-Bridger Generator with 6N OCC Copper Coils\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMoving coil speed and transparency without the fragility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eThree Available Versions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh Output (4.0mV), Low Output (1.0mV), or Mono for mono record collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAssembled and tested at Grado’s family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Moving Iron (MI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Nude Elliptical Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Specially Designed Aluminum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Hand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 4.0mV (High Output) or 1.0mV (Low Output)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eVersions: High Output, Low Output, Mono\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 10k–47k ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 1.6–1.9 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; 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The low-output version (1.0mV) needs a phono stage with added gain—but unlike moving coils, it still loads at standard 10k–47k ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does the Sonata4 compare to the Platinum4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sonata4 upgrades to a nude elliptical stylus on a specially designed cantilever—the single biggest sonic step in the lower Timbre range, with faster transients and cleaner detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Master4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Master4 steps up to a machined boron cantilever and a hand-carved American osage body for even greater speed, resolution, and dynamic authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Sonata4 designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for dedicated vinyl listeners who want true audiophile-grade wood-body performance at a mid-tier price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; 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line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X7f844db7959e5becbd02b493e5e7985e7184cc6\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThe Best of Grado’s Legendary Prestige Series\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Grado Prestige Gold4 Moving Iron Phono Cartridge is the flagship of Grado’s hand-built Prestige line, and the best-sounding cartridge Grado makes with a user-replaceable stylus. Assembled at Grado’s family-owned Brooklyn factory, the Gold4 borrows build techniques from Grado’s cost-no-object Lineage Series to deliver remarkable warmth, detail, and musicality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eFor decades the Prestige Gold has been one of the most recommended cartridges in hi-fi—the Gold4 is the finest version yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"otl-cantilever-technology\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eOTL Cantilever Technology\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Gold4 features a four-piece OTL (Optimized Transmission Line) cantilever assembly, with a Grado-specific elliptical diamond mounted on a brass bushing. This design transfers groove information to the generator with less loss and smearing than conventional one-piece cantilevers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eYou’ll hear crisper transients, cleaner detail, and a more focused, dimensional soundstage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X07349f97e6d2270b8d6ebdf6de6bc287f9dba88\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003ePrecision-Machined Generator with Lineage-Series Coils\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eUnlike the standard Prestige models, the Gold4’s generator is precision-machined to tighter tolerances, and its coils are wound with ultra-high-purity copper using techniques developed for Grado’s flagship Lineage Series—for lower distortion, better channel matching, and greater transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xc681f16aac2544d5594e6a79fe57da9fbac4361\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eMoving Iron Design: The Best of Both Worlds\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eJoseph Grado’s patented flux-bridger moving iron generator keeps the coils fixed while an ultra-low-mass iron element moves in the magnetic field—moving coil speed and detail with the easy compatibility and 4.0mV output of a moving magnet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"user-replaceable-upgradeable-stylus\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eUser-Replaceable, Upgradeable Stylus\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Gold4’s stylus replaces in seconds with no tools—no re-tipping service or downtime. It also fits every other Prestige Series cartridge, making it the ultimate upgrade for Green4 and Red4 owners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"hand-built-in-brooklyn-new-york\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, New York\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEvery Prestige Gold4 is assembled and tested by hand at Grado Labs in Brooklyn—some of Grado’s craftspeople have been building cartridges for over 25 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Gold4 works with any turntable with a standard MM phono input, and its light tracking force is gentle on records. It’s also available in a P-mount version for compatible tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eIt’s the natural choice for quality turntables that deserve better than a stock cartridge—and a proven crowd-pleaser across every musical genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eFour-Piece OTL Cantilever with Brass Bushing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrado-specific elliptical diamond for crisper transients and cleaner detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003ePrecision-Machined Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTighter tolerances than standard Prestige models for lower distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eLineage-Series Coil Winding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUltra-high-purity copper coils for superior channel matching and transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eFlux-Bridger Moving Iron Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMoving coil speed and detail with moving magnet convenience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eUser-Replaceable, Interchangeable Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSwap in seconds—also the top upgrade stylus for Green4 and Red4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAssembled and tested at Grado’s family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: High Output Moving Iron (MI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Grado-Specific Elliptical Diamond (user-replaceable)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Four-Piece OTL with Brass Bushing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 4.0mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 10k–47k ohms (standard MM input)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch (P-mount version available)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 1.6–1.9 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 6 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a special phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The Gold4’s 4.0mV high output works with any standard moving magnet (MM) phono input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does the Gold4 compare to the Red4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Gold4 adds the OTL cantilever assembly, a precision-machined generator, and Lineage-style coil winding—clearly more detail, refinement, and dimensionality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Timbre Series Opus4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Opus4 steps up to a hand-carved maple wood body for even richer tone. The Gold4 counters with a user-replaceable stylus and outstanding value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Gold4 designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for vinyl enthusiasts who want maximum musicality with the convenience of a stylus they can replace themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-audio-advisor\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; 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Handcrafted in Japan, the Songbird combines premium materials with Sumiko’s decades of cartridge design experience to create a sound that’s both highly detailed and easy to enjoy for hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhether you’re listening to jazz, classical, rock, or acoustic recordings, the Songbird lets your music sound natural, spacious, and alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNude Line Contact Stylus Retrieves More Music\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Songbird features a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003enude line contact diamond stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e that follows the record groove with exceptional accuracy. Its long, narrow contact area reaches deeper into the groove than a conventional elliptical stylus, allowing it to recover more of the original recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYou’ll hear finer musical details, cleaner vocals, smoother high frequencies, and lower distortion—especially toward the inner grooves of the record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLow-Mass Generator for Greater Accuracy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAs a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003elow-output moving coil cartridge\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the Songbird uses lightweight coils that respond quickly to the smallest groove movements. This helps produce faster transient response, greater instrument separation, and a wider, more stable soundstage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe result is music that feels more open, dynamic, and lifelike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCarefully Tuned for Musical Enjoyment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRather than sounding overly analytical, the Songbird is voiced to preserve the natural tone of voices and instruments. It reveals impressive detail while maintaining the warmth and musical flow that have made Sumiko cartridges favorites among vinyl enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt’s a cartridge that invites you to play one more record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandcrafted in Japan\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEvery Songbird is individually assembled, adjusted, and tested by skilled cartridge builders in Japan. This careful craftsmanship helps ensure consistent performance and long-term reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Songbird performs best with a quality turntable, a well-matched tonearm, and a dedicated \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003emoving coil phono preamp\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIts low-output design rewards careful system matching with excellent transparency, realistic imaging, and an engaging musical presentation that grows along with the rest of your analog system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNude Line Contact Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRetrieves more musical information while reducing distortion and record wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLow Output Moving Coil Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eProduces exceptional detail, wide soundstages, and precise stereo imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLightweight, Rigid Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHelps control unwanted resonance for cleaner, more accurate playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrecision Japanese Craftsmanship\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEach cartridge is hand-built and individually tested for consistent performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard ½-Inch Mount\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCompatible with most modern tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Low Output Moving Coil (MC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus: Nude Line Contact Diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever: Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput: 0.5mV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking Force: 2.0 grams (recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 8.5 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDo I need a moving coil phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYes. The Songbird is a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003elow-output moving coil cartridge\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and should be used with an MC phono stage or a compatible step-up transformer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow does the Songbird compare to the Palo Santos Presentation?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Songbird delivers much of Sumiko’s natural, spacious sound at a more accessible price, while the Palo Santos Presentation adds an even more advanced stylus, premium materials, and greater overall refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs the Songbird a good upgrade from a moving magnet cartridge?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAbsolutely. Many listeners notice a wider soundstage, improved instrument separation, and significantly greater detail when moving to the Songbird.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWho is the Songbird designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt’s an excellent choice for serious vinyl enthusiasts who want high-performance moving coil sound without stepping into the flagship price range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Helping music lovers build better systems since 1981.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Hear it in your own system with confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReal Product Experts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Friendly advice before and after your purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – On qualifying orders over $49.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlexible Financing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Convenient payment options available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sumiko","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45982076534957,"sku":"NEW-SUSTAR","price":2099.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45982076567725,"sku":"DEMO-SUSTAR","price":2099.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/SUSTAR_3QT-Large__52247.1726751649.1280.1280_733658ee-247c-49c7-9b3c-71a5b51ac954.jpg?v=1778116524"},{"product_id":"rega-nd5-moving-magnet-cartridge-clear-smoked","title":"Rega Nd5 Moving Magnet Cartridge - Clear Smoked","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBest Buy - \u003cem\u003ethe-ear.net\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest of 2024 - \u003cem\u003ethe-ear.net\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\"Recommended\" Award - \u003cem\u003eHi-Fi Choice\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInnovative MM Phono Cartridge with Neodynium Magnets and Elliptical Diamond Stylus\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eFor 'next level' performance from Moving Magnet (MM) technology, Rega's innovative Nd5 moving magnet cartridge was developed over 10 years of rigorous R\u0026amp;D and critical listening. According to Rega, the Nd range of MM cartridges are the first in the world to use ultra-high powered Neodymium magnets for this totally unique design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAward-Winning Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Rega has built a bit of a star turn here,\" notes Ed Selley in his review for \u003cem\u003eHi-Fi Choice\u003c\/em\u003e, which honors the ND5 with the magazine's \"Recommended\" award. \"The Nd5 is a dramatic improvement on its long-running forebears and one of the very best designs available for £300 right now. Naturally, most will find their way onto Rega turntables (or at least Rega tonearms), but this is a formidable all-rounder that is likely to be every bit as capable used on other turntables too. And so, it has to be on any shortlist at the price.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTwo Awards from \u003cem\u003ethe-ear.net\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Nd5 grabbed two award from \u003cem\u003ethe-ear.net\u003c\/em\u003e, walking away with Best Buy and Best of 2024 honors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Super deep in the lows and entrancing throughout, it really delivered the goods in a way that a sub £800 record player rarely does,\" notes Jason Kennedy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"In many respects Rega have proved that you don’t need to spend a fortune to get high quality results with vinyl, all you need are the records. I thought I had enough of them but this cartridge makes it clear that all the stuff I love on digital could sound better.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHandmade by Highly Skilled Technicians\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eEach Nd5 is meticulously handmade by Rega's highly skilled technicians. The stylus profile is a perfect elliptical nude diamond. This is a true ellipse created by an elliptical grinding process made from polycrystalline manmade diamond. The design uses brand new generator geometry with perfect symmetry to achieve accurate channel balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Nd5 also has an optimized pole gap for superior linearity and crosstalk characteristics, providing a far wider soundstage than the previous models. This new cartridge is created with miniaturized parallel coils, which are wound in-house utilizing 38-micron wire with just 1275 turns. This produces a low inductance, low impedance generator giving vastly improved high frequency response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"The Nd5 Knocked Me Over\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The Nd5 knocked me over with its widespan, deeply informative soundstage, superb resolving skills, racer-like speed, lively resonance, and general profundity in sound, like sitting in the middle of a live quintet and fully witnessing each change in dynamics, texture, and tone,\" observes Ken Micallef, \u003cem\u003eanalogplanet.com\u003c\/em\u003e, December 30, 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"It delivered fine detail, natural textures, serious boogie factor, and a good degree of magic.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNeodymium Magnet Technology Breakthrough\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAlthough Neodymium (Nd) magnets are used in Moving Coil designs, the Nd cartridge is the first Moving Magnet cartridge to utilize a Neodymium (Nd) N55 magnet. This is the world's most powerful commercially available magnet and is a crucial component that makes this unique design possible by delivering extra power compared to standard bar magnet designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGlass-Filled PPS Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe complete assembly is housed in Rega's zero-tolerance injection molded glass-filled polyphenylene sulphide body (PPS), which is a lightweight and highly rigid material. A low mass body reduces stress on the tonearm bearings and aids free movement which is critical in accurate vinyl replay. This new body design was inspired by Rega's hugely successful MC range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCantilever and Stylus Profile\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Nd5's aluminum cantilever is fitted with a precision perfect elliptical nude diamond stylus. This profile provides exceptional tracking accuracy and extracts greater levels of detail from the vinyl surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGreen Packaging\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn keeping with Rega's firm commitment to sustainability, the Nd range is supplied in 100% recyclable packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rega","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45982123360429,"sku":"NEW-REND5","price":545.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45982123393197,"sku":"DEMO-REND5","price":569.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/REND5_02__53174.1732027501.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778156296"},{"product_id":"clearaudio-stradivari-v2-1-mc-phono-cartridge","title":"Clearaudio Stradivari V2.1 MC Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xadfe36e06c0f463dc0e8d42007935100736f606\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eClearaudio Stradivari V2.1 MC Phono Cartridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"aged-ebony-tuned-like-an-instrument\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAged Ebony, Tuned Like an Instrument\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Clearaudio Stradivari V2.1 MC Phono Cartridge earns its name. Like the violins it honors, its body is crafted from long-aged ebony—wood seasoned for years to reach its final, stable resonance character—mounted on Clearaudio’s twelve-finger resonance-optimized plate. Handmade in Erlangen, Germany, the Stradivari adds a more tightly graded generator to the Concerto’s recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eThe result is a moving coil of exceptional tonal density, refinement, and musical authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X3fbd0a7cfadfc7c1e9de113679de3b9d3e1af34\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLong-Aged Ebony on the Twelve-Finger Plate\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eDense, seasoned ebony brings fullness and weight to the music, while the twelve-finger plate—each finger machined to a different radius—scatters resonance so nothing colors the sound. At 7 grams, the Stradivari suits most quality medium-mass tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"precision-graded-symmetrical-generator\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003ePrecision-Graded Symmetrical Generator\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Stradivari’s patented symmetrical generator—dual 24-karat gold air-core coils inside eight super neodymium magnets—is built from parts selected and graded a step more tightly than the Concerto’s, with claimed dynamic range approaching 95dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"prime-line-stylus-on-solid-boron\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003ePrime Line Stylus on Solid Boron\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eNew for v2.1, the Stradivari wears Clearaudio’s Prime Line diamond—the hybrid-parabolic profile developed for the flagship Goldfinger Statement—bonded into a solid boron cantilever for superior detail retrieval, tracking, and high-frequency purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"handmade-in-germany\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHandmade in Germany\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEvery Stradivari V2.1 is assembled and tested by hand at Clearaudio’s factory in Erlangen, Germany, and backed by a two-year warranty with registration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Stradivari V2.1 is a low-output moving coil and requires a quality MC phono stage (typical loading around 300 ohms). Allow a generous break-in period—it continues to bloom for dozens of hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eWhen the stylus eventually wears, Clearaudio’s generous MC trade-in and exchange program protects your investment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eLong-Aged Ebony Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeasoned tonewood adds fullness, weight, and tonal density.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eTwelve-Finger Resonance-Optimized Plate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwelve different radii scatter resonance for a pristine background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003ePrecision-Graded Symmetrical MC Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTighter parts selection than Concerto for added refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eClearaudio Prime Line Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFlagship-derived profile for superior detail and tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eSolid Boron Cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtreme stiffness and low mass for instant transient response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHandmade in Erlangen, Germany\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHand-assembled, tested, and backed by a two-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Low Output Moving Coil (MC)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Clearaudio Prime Line Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Solid Boron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Long-Aged Ebony on Twelve-Finger Plate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 0.5mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 300 ohms (typical MC loading)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch (threaded)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 2.8 grams (±0.2 grams)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 7.0 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a moving coil phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Stradivari V2.1 is a low-output (0.5mV) moving coil and should be used with an MC phono stage or step-up transformer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does the Stradivari compare to the Concerto v2.1?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSame architecture—the Stradivari’s long-aged ebony body and more tightly graded generator add tonal weight, density, and a further step of refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Da Vinci?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Da Vinci moves from wood to a ceramic-coated aluminum body and another level of generator selection, delivering even greater transparency and dynamic authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Stradivari V2.1 designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for audiophiles who prize tonal beauty and body—the most musically seductive point in Clearaudio’s MC range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; 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line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"a-serious-step-up-in-musical-detail\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eA Serious Step Up in Musical Detail\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Sumiko Olympia Moving Magnet Phono Cartridge is the middle child of Sumiko’s popular Oyster Series trio—and for many listeners, the ideal balance of performance and price. Handcrafted in Japan, the Olympia refines the entry-level Rainier with a lighter, hollow cantilever and a lower-mass magnet for audibly greater clarity and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eIt’s a wonderfully musical cartridge that makes everything from classic rock to acoustic jazz sound more alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"hollow-cantilever-reduces-moving-mass\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHollow Cantilever Reduces Moving Mass\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Olympia mounts its elliptical diamond stylus on a hollow aluminum pipe cantilever paired with a smaller, lighter magnet. Reducing mass at the business end of a cartridge lets the stylus respond more quickly and follow the groove more faithfully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eYou’ll hear crisper transients, more natural instrumental timbres, and improved detail retrieval across the entire record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"elliptical-stylus-confident-tracking\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eElliptical Stylus, Confident Tracking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical diamond stylus contacts more of the groove wall than a basic conical tip, retrieving more information with lower distortion. With a strong 4.0mV output and high-purity copper coils, the Olympia drives any standard MM phono input with an engaging, dynamic sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"user-replaceable-upgradeable-stylus\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eUser-Replaceable, Upgradeable Stylus\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Olympia’s stylus replaces in seconds with no tools. It also shares its fitting with the rest of the Oyster Series—so you can step up to the Moonstone, Wellfleet, or flagship Amethyst stylus later without changing cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"handcrafted-in-japan\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHandcrafted in Japan\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEvery Sumiko Olympia is individually assembled, adjusted, and tested by experienced cartridge craftsmen in Yokohama, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Olympia is an excellent match for entry-level and mid-tier turntables with medium-mass tonearms and any standard MM phono input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eIt’s a terrific first upgrade from a stock cartridge—and a gateway into the Oyster Series upgrade path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eElliptical Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMore groove contact than conical designs for greater detail and lower distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHollow Aluminum Pipe Cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReduced moving mass for quicker response and improved tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHigh-Purity Copper Coil Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStrong 4.0mV output with an engaging, dynamic character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eUser-Replaceable Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSwap in seconds—or upgrade to Moonstone, Wellfleet, or Amethyst styli later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003ePrecision Japanese Craftsmanship\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach cartridge is hand-built and individually tested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eStandard ½-Inch Mount\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThreaded mounting holes make installation easy on most modern tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Moving Magnet (MM)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Elliptical Diamond, 0.3 x 0.7 mil (user-replaceable)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Hollow Aluminum Pipe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 4.0mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 47k ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 2.0 grams (recommended)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 6.7 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a special phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The Olympia works with any standard moving magnet (MM) phono input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does the Olympia compare to the Rainier?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Olympia upgrades to a hollow cantilever and lighter magnet, reducing moving mass for noticeably better detail, speed, and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Moonstone?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Moonstone goes one step further with the lowest moving mass of the trio, delivering the finest resolution and imaging of the three.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eCan I upgrade the Olympia later?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Oyster Series shares stylus fittings, so you can install the Moonstone, Wellfleet, or flagship Amethyst replacement stylus whenever you’re ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-audio-advisor\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e40+ Years of Expertise – Helping music lovers build better systems since 1981.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; 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line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"one-step-from-the-summit\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eOne Step from the Summit\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Clearaudio Titanium V2.1 MC Phono Cartridge stands second only to the Goldfinger Statement in Clearaudio’s moving coil hierarchy—and shares far more than its position. Handmade in Erlangen, Germany, its generator is built from super-matched components culled from Goldfinger Statement production, housed in a body machined from solid titanium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eReviewers have called it a lifetime cartridge. The measurements agree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"solid-titanium-body\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSolid Titanium Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eTitanium offers the highest strength-to-density ratio of any metallic element—non-magnetic, heat-resistant, and superbly shielding. Clearaudio machines the Titanium’s entire twelve-finger mounting plate and generator housing from it, eliminating resonance to a degree wood and aluminum cannot match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"goldfinger-culled-generator\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eGoldfinger-Culled Generator\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eClearaudio grades every generator component it makes, and the finest examples—those approaching flagship tolerances—go into the Titanium. The results are measurable: channel separation beyond 30dB, channel balance within 0.3dB, 90µm tracking ability, and dynamic range approaching 95dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"prime-line-stylus-on-solid-boron\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003ePrime Line Stylus on Solid Boron\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Prime Line diamond—the hybrid-parabolic profile developed for the Goldfinger Statement—is bonded into a solid boron cantilever, retrieving detail, air, and texture with an ease that must be heard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X88d8bf3110dfb2b52e5750897b4a08ac63e94f2\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003ePatented Symmetrical Generator with 24k Gold Coils\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eDual air-core coils of pure 24-karat gold sit inside a ring of eight super neodymium magnets in Clearaudio’s absolutely symmetrical generator—the architecture behind every great Clearaudio MC, executed here at its near-ultimate level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"handmade-in-germany\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHandmade in Germany\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEvery Titanium V2.1 is assembled and tested by hand at Clearaudio’s factory in Erlangen, Germany, and backed by a two-year warranty with registration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Titanium V2.1 is a low-output moving coil that demands—and rewards—a world-class turntable, tonearm, and MC phono stage (typical loading around 300 ohms). At 10 grams, it partners beautifully with quality medium-mass arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eWhen the stylus eventually wears, Clearaudio’s generous MC trade-in and exchange program protects your investment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eSolid Titanium Twelve-Finger Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe ultimate in rigidity, shielding, and resonance elimination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eGoldfinger-Culled Generator Components\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuper-matched parts for \u0026gt;30dB separation and 0.3dB balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eClearaudio Prime Line Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe flagship profile—exceptional resolution with 90µm tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eSolid Boron Cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtreme stiffness and low mass for instant transient response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003ePatented Symmetrical MC Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEight neodymium magnets and 24k gold coils for ~95dB dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHandmade in Erlangen, Germany\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHand-assembled, tested, and backed by a two-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Low Output Moving Coil (MC)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Clearaudio Prime Line Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Solid Boron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Solid Titanium, Twelve-Finger Design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 0.5mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 300 ohms (typical MC loading)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch (threaded)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 2.8 grams (±0.2 grams)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 10.0 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a moving coil phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Titanium V2.1 is a low-output (0.5mV) moving coil and deserves a world-class MC phono stage or step-up transformer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does the Titanium compare to the Da Vinci v2.1?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Titanium adds the solid titanium body and Goldfinger-culled generator parts—measurably better channel separation, balance, and tracking ability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Goldfinger Statement v2.1?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Goldfinger remains Clearaudio’s cost-no-object statement, with its 14-karat gold body and ultimate parts selection. The Titanium delivers a substantial share of that performance at less than two-thirds the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Titanium V2.1 designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s for the uncompromising analog devotee seeking a true lifetime cartridge—flagship engineering in its most rational form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-audio-advisor\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e40+ Years of Expertise – Helping music lovers build better systems since 1981.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee – Hear it in your own system with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eReal Product Experts – Friendly advice before and after your purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFree Shipping – On qualifying orders over $49.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFlexible Financing – Convenient payment options available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clearaudio","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45982160486573,"sku":"NEW-CLTITAV21","price":13000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45982160519341,"sku":"DEMO-CLTITAV21","price":13000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Open Box","offer_id":45982160552109,"sku":"OPEN-CLTITAV21","price":13000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Cosmetically Blemished","offer_id":45982160584877,"sku":"BLEM-CLTITAV21","price":13000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Factory Refreshed","offer_id":45982160617645,"sku":"RFRB-CLTITAV21","price":13000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/CLTITAV21_01-Large__15367.1722444955.1280.1280_f3d8cd28-a618-4bff-bdf9-77e4d9b8dd8e.jpg?v=1778151996"},{"product_id":"grado-timbre-reference4-phono-cartridge-mono","title":"Grado Timbre Reference4 Phono Cartridge - Mono","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is a Phono Cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA phono cartridge is the component at the end of your tonearm that reads the groove in your vinyl record. A tiny diamond tip — the stylus — traces the groove walls as the record spins, and the cartridge converts that physical movement into an electrical signal that your phono stage amplifies into music. For mono records, the type of cartridge you use matters in a way that goes beyond ordinary performance — a true mono cartridge fundamentally changes what the generator reads, not just how well it reads it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Reference4 Mono — Why a True Mono Cartridge Exists\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stereo phono cartridge is designed to read both horizontal and vertical groove modulations. Stereo records encode two channels of audio by combining horizontal modulation (L+R sum) with vertical modulation (L−R difference). This is why a stereo cartridge can reproduce two separate channels from a single groove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMono records are different. Pre-stereo records from the 1950s and 1960s, and modern audiophile mono pressings, are cut with \u003cstrong\u003ehorizontal modulation only\u003c\/strong\u003e. There is no vertical signal component carrying music. However, the groove walls of a mono record do carry vertical noise — pressing imperfections, groove debris, and surface artifacts that manifest as vertical movement. A stereo cartridge playing a mono record picks up all of this vertical noise as part of its output, because it is designed to read both planes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003etrue mono cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e solves this at the source. Its generator is built to respond only to \u003cstrong\u003ehorizontal groove movement\u003c\/strong\u003eand produce a single combined channel output. Vertical movement — and all the noise it carries on a mono record — is mechanically ignored by the generator, rather than being summed electronically afterward. The result: quieter backgrounds, greater solidity in the mono image, and a more coherent, focused presentation on mono records than any stereo cartridge in mono mode can achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reference4 Mono is Grado’s highest Timbre Series expression of this principle — a true mono generator in the same American Osage wood body, machined boron cantilever, and nude Shibata diamond configuration as the stereo Reference4 variants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Nude Shibata Diamond — On a Mono Cartridge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shibata stylus profile is conventionally associated with stereo playback of high-frequency encoded content. On a mono cartridge, it still offers meaningful advantages. The Shibata’s finer, more precise groove wall contact means it can trace the horizontal modulations of a mono groove with exceptional accuracy — retrieving more musical information from the walls while reducing distortion from groove profile mismatch. For serious mono record collectors, the Reference4 Mono’s nude Shibata diamond is a level of stylus precision rarely available in dedicated mono cartridges at this price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe “nude” construction — diamond mounted directly to the boron cantilever without an intermediate shank — eliminates tip mass for faster, more accurate stylus response. Combined with the stiffness of the boron cantilever, this gives the Reference4 Mono an unusually precise and low-distortion mechanical signal path for a dedicated mono cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmerican Osage Wood Body\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body is machined from \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Osage wood\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the densest native North American hardwoods, shared with the Master4 and the stereo Reference4 variants. Osage’s density provides natural acoustic damping for the generator assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6N OCC Copper with Cryogenic Treatment and Internal Damping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reference4 Mono’s internal signal path uses \u003cstrong\u003e6N OCC copper\u003c\/strong\u003e — 99.9999% purity. Cryogenic treatment of the stylus assembly and signal path improves conductivity and mechanical stability. Internal damping within the cartridge body reduces residual resonance. The same trio of refinements that distinguish the Reference4 from the Master4 in the stereo versions applies to the Mono as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho the Mono Version Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reference4 Mono is designed for listeners with a \u003cstrong\u003esubstantial mono record collection\u003c\/strong\u003e — whether vintage pre-stereo originals (1950s and early 1960s), 78 rpm shellac with appropriate stylus, or modern audiophile mono vinyl reissues. If mono records are a regular part of your listening, a dedicated mono cartridge produces results that a stereo cartridge in mono mode fundamentally cannot replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reference4 Mono should be used exclusively on mono records. It will not correctly reproduce stereo records, as it reads only horizontal groove movement and outputs a single combined signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhono Stage and Setup Notes for Mono\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reference4 Mono produces a single-channel output that will appear on both channels of your phono stage, or can be summed to mono. Most modern phono stages output both channels and can be summed to mono in the preamplifier or integrated amplifier. Verify your system’s mono capability before purchasing. The electrical loading recommendation is 10k–47kΩ — standard MM loading. Specific output voltage, inductance, and DC resistance for the Mono version should be confirmed with Grado before publishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the Experts Say\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eecoustics.com — 2026 Grado Cartridge Lineup Coverage, April 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eecoustics confirmed the Reference4 as the top of the Timbre Series and noted it is offered in high output, low output, and mono configurations, all sharing the same American Osage wood body, machined boron cantilever, nude Shibata diamond, and 6N OCC copper with cryogenic treatment and internal damping. They described the mono offering as part of Grado’s commitment to serious mono playback across the Timbre lineup.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrado Labs — Timbre Series Philosophy, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrado describes their mono cartridge approach as a “true mono generator” that “reads horizontal groove movement only,” eliminating vertical groove noise at the generator level rather than through electronic summing. The Reference4 Mono applies this philosophy at the top of the Timbre Series, where the nude Shibata diamond and 6N OCC copper give mono record collectors the most resolved playback available within the Timbre range.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePairing the Reference4 Mono\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono Preamplifier with Mono Capability.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Reference4 Mono produces a single-channel signal. Confirm your phono stage can accept and output a mono signal, or that your preamplifier can sum to mono. Most modern systems handle this straightforwardly. Call us if you want help confirming compatibility. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/phono-preamplifiers\/\"\u003eBrowse our Phono Preamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDedicated Mono Turntable or Tonearm.\u003c\/strong\u003e Serious mono collectors often maintain a dedicated turntable or second tonearm for mono playback, avoiding the need to swap cartridges. The Reference4 Mono is the right cartridge for such a setup at the top of the Timbre range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecord Cleaning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage mono records benefit greatly from thorough cleaning before playback with a precision stylus. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/record-cleaning-machines\/\"\u003eBrowse Record Cleaning Machines\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurntable.\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.6g cartridge weight (assumed — verify), 20 μm\/mN compliance (assumed — verify for mono version). Medium-mass tonearms are a good match. Confirm with Grado.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrue Mono Generator — Horizontal Groove Movement Only\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reference4 Mono reads only the horizontal groove modulations of a mono record. Vertical movement — and the groove noise associated with it on mono pressings — is mechanically ignored at the generator level, not summed or filtered electronically. The result is quieter backgrounds and a more coherent mono image than any stereo cartridge in mono mode can achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNude Shibata Diamond\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiner, more precise horizontal groove tracing than an elliptical stylus. Nude construction minimizes tip mass. Extended frequency response specification. The most advanced stylus profile available in a dedicated Grado mono cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMachined Boron Cantilever\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighest stiffness-to-mass ratio in the Timbre Series. Precision-machined for consistent geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmerican Osage Wood Body\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDense North American hardwood. Natural acoustic damping for the generator assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6N OCC Copper, Cryogenic Treatment, Internal Damping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6N (99.9999%) OCC copper. Cryogenic treatment for improved conductivity and stability. Internal body damping for lower noise floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications — Mono\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenerator type: True mono — horizontal groove movement only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus: Nude Shibata diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever: Machined boron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody: American Osage wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal signal path: 6N OCC copper, cryogenic treatment, internal damping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput load: 10k–47kΩ (verify for mono version)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended tracking force: 1.6–1.9g (verify for mono version)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompliance: 20 μm\/mN (assumed — verify for mono version)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge weight: 9.6g (assumed — verify for mono version)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput voltage, inductance, DC resistance: Verify with Grado before publishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA (Brooklyn, NY)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMSRP: $1,500 (verify — mono pricing may differ)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq gsbp-ab3b28d\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy use a true mono cartridge instead of a stereo cartridge in mono mode?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stereo cartridge in mono mode sums the two channel outputs electronically — but it still reads both horizontal and vertical groove modulations before doing so. The vertical component on a mono record carries noise, not music: pressing imperfections, surface debris, and groove damage manifest as vertical movement. A true mono cartridge ignores vertical movement at the generator level, so that noise never enters the signal. The result is quieter backgrounds, greater image solidity, and a more coherent mono presentation than electronic summing can achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I play stereo records with the Reference4 Mono?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The Reference4 Mono reads only horizontal groove movement. A stereo record encodes the difference between the two channels in vertical groove modulation. A mono cartridge will not reproduce that vertical information, so stereo content will be missing the L−R component. The Reference4 Mono should only be used on mono records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat records is this designed for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePre-stereo mono records (typically pressed before 1958–1960), 78 rpm shellac with an appropriate stylus, and modern audiophile mono vinyl reissues. If you have a meaningful collection of any of these, a dedicated mono cartridge like the Reference4 Mono will produce substantially better results than a stereo cartridge in mono mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat phono stage do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny phono stage with an MM-compatible input at 47kΩ should work (verify mono-specific electrical specs with Grado before confirming). You will also need a way to output or sum to mono — either a mono switch in your preamplifier, a phono stage with mono output capability, or a separate mono switch box. Call us if you want help planning your mono playback chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy hand, in Brooklyn, New York. 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Handcrafted in Japan, the Songbird is your gateway into Sumiko’s acclaimed Reference Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eIf you’ve been curious about moving coil sound but haven’t wanted to invest in a dedicated MC phono stage, the Songbird was designed for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X927806d9c3bbd75f17aa6fef53576039913903b\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eOpen-Architecture Design Lets the Music Breathe\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Songbird features Sumiko’s signature open-body Reference Series architecture. Rather than enclosing the generator in a conventional plastic body that can store and reflect resonance, the Songbird’s generator is mounted to a rigid plate atop a precision-milled aluminum headblock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eThis design drains unwanted vibrational energy directly into the tonearm, leaving the stylus free to read only what’s in the groove. The result is a cleaner, more open presentation with startling clarity and air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X01a693b7f84f9f8b271139a9fe29c95527a771b\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLow-Mass Elliptical Stylus and Aluminum Cantilever\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Songbird uses a carefully profiled low-mass elliptical diamond stylus mounted to a reinforced aluminum pipe cantilever. This proven combination traces the groove accurately and consistently, delivering smooth, extended highs and articulate, well-defined bass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eA precisely tuned synthetic rubber suspension keeps the stylus firmly planted, so the Songbird tracks confidently even on dynamic, demanding passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"high-output-moving-coil-convenience\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHigh-Output Moving Coil Convenience\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eWith 2.5mV of output, the Songbird plugs directly into any standard moving magnet phono input—no step-up transformer or dedicated MC stage needed. You get the refinement and low moving mass of a true moving coil design with the plug-and-play simplicity of a moving magnet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"handcrafted-in-japan\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHandcrafted in Japan\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEvery Sumiko Songbird is individually assembled, adjusted, and tested by experienced cartridge craftsmen in Yokohama, Japan. This careful attention to detail helps ensure every cartridge performs to Sumiko’s demanding standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Songbird is an ideal upgrade for quality turntables with medium-mass tonearms and any phono preamp or receiver with a standard MM phono input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eIt’s a natural step up for listeners moving beyond entry-level cartridges who want a taste of true high-end analog sound without changing anything else in their system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eOpen-Architecture Reference Series Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEliminates body resonance for exceptional clarity, air, and detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eLow-Mass Elliptical Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccurate groove tracing with smooth highs and articulate bass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eReinforced Aluminum Cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLightweight and rigid for quick, precise transient response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHigh-Output Moving Coil Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2.5mV output works with any standard MM phono input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003ePrecision Japanese Craftsmanship\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach cartridge is hand-built and individually tested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eStandard ½-Inch Mount\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCompatible with most modern tonearms, with threaded mounting holes for easy installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: High Output Moving Coil (MC)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Low-Mass Elliptical Diamond (0.3 x 0.7 mil)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Reinforced Aluminum Pipe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 2.5mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 47k ohms (standard MM input)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 2.0 grams (recommended)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 7.4 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a moving coil phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The Songbird’s 2.5mV high output is designed to work with any standard moving magnet (MM) phono input—that’s exactly what makes it special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does the Songbird compare to the Blue Point No. 3 High?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Songbird steps up to Sumiko’s open-architecture Reference Series design, delivering greater transparency, a larger soundstage, and more refined detail than the Oyster Series Blue Point No. 3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Oriole and Starling?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Oriole and Starling are low-output Reference Series designs that require a dedicated MC phono stage. They offer higher resolution through more advanced stylus profiles, while the Songbird prioritizes MM-input convenience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Songbird designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for vinyl enthusiasts who want authentic moving coil performance without adding a moving coil phono stage to their system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-audio-advisor\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e40+ Years of Expertise – Helping music lovers build better systems since 1981.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee – Hear it in your own system with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eReal Product Experts – Friendly advice before and after your purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFree Shipping – On qualifying orders over $49.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFlexible Financing – Convenient payment options available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sumiko","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45982192402605,"sku":"NEW-SUSONG-HI","price":1099.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/SUSONG_HIGH_01-Large__89874.1726751418.1280.1280_c34d4cd8-55e5-44da-8796-a24bc4de727a.jpg?v=1778116528"},{"product_id":"rega-apheta-3-moving-coil-phono-cartridge","title":"Rega Apheta 3 Moving Coil Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003ch3\u003eFive Stars - \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e Magazine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApheta 3 Pushes the Moving Coil Design Envelope\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eFor more than fifteen years, Rega has been perfecting its unique moving coil cartridge designs. Rega pioneered undamped micro mass generation systems coupled with high integrity jointless bodies. In recent times, the company has achieved new levels of power from rare earth magnets. This fifteen-year evolution using the latest technological manufacturing processes led to the hugely successful Apheta 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith the Apheta 3, Rega has pushed the envelope once again. For several years Rega has been developing state-of-the-art diamond profiles of a \"Fine Line\" design mounted through 90 degrees (the same technique used in the Aphelion reference model). This work has resulted in Apheta 3 extracting even more detail from the record grooves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTop Rating of Five Stars\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eEngland's \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e honored the Apheta 3 by giving it the magazine's top rating of Five Stars in a joint review of the Planar 10 turntable and Apheta 3 cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The Planar 10 \/ Apheta 3 resolves a great deal of detail but never comes across as overly analytical. All that information is presented in a coherent and wholly musical way. It simply helps to communicate the music’s message rather than impress in its own right.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"A Remarkable Level of Transient Speed\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"I’ve been using the Apheta since the first model and it provides a remarkable level of transient speed and lack of coloration that I’ve always found exciting. And again, this is not a crazy money cartridge,\" reports Jeff Dorgay, \u003cem\u003eTONEAudio\u003c\/em\u003e magazine, October 28, 2020 in his review of Rega's Planar 10 turntable and Apheta 3 cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The Apheta 3 does a fantastic job at keeping the large soundfield it generates intact, in the middle of a solid bass line. Some refer to this as pace and timing.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Immediacy, Grip, and Rhythm'n'pacing Excitement\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn another joint review of the Planar 10 and Apheta 3, analog guru Michael Fremer observes in \u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e magazine, March 1, 2020, \"Rega's new P10 is by far the company's most sophisticated, refined, quiet, and subtle-sounding turntable yet. It combines the immediacy, grip, and rhythm'n'pacing excitement Regas have always produced, with the subtlety and delicacy typically found on far more costly analog front ends. The same is true of the Apheta 3 cartridge.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSuper High-Powered Neodymium Magnet\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eApheta 3 features a super high-powered, neodymium magnet and a coil meticulously hand wound on an iron cross that is fifty percent smaller than the MK1 model. This weight reduction delivers greater freedom to track the vinyl groove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Apheta 3 is housed within a completely redesigned, single piece, aluminum anodized body and protected by a CAD designed, smoked rigid cover to protect the internal fine wires, making handling while installing it safe and risk free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Apheta 3 is the perfect partner for the latest Planar 8 and Planar 10 turntables. It will excel with any premium turntable, too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRega Moving Coil Cartridge Design\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eRega’s moving coil cartridge design is unique in its approach to achieving an ultra-low mass generator which is undamped (no tie wire). It uses a unique rhomboid pivot for the cantilever powered by a purpose-designed, exclusive-to-Rega Neodymium magnet system. This type of design requires a zero-tolerance engineered cartridge body, which is Rega’s area of expertise and with the Apheta 3 these bodies are machined from one piece of the highest quality aluminum. This is a difficult and expensive process requiring all of Rega’s years of experience to achieve. In particular, the “zero” tolerancing of the body is required in the alignment and dimension of the pivot pad mounting hole and the magnet mechanism mounting hole relationship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eConventional MC cartridges utilize a steel suspension system (tie wire) which creates a high amplitude H.F. resonance (normally around 8-12kHz). Such resonance is unacceptable and is usually damped by a rudimentary piece of foam rubber. However, the foam rubber deteriorates with age and cannot prevent the complete structure from vibrating and \"ringing.\" The specifics and adjustment of the tie wire and damping determine whether the cartridge is under damped (bright) or over damped (warm and bass heavy).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eA happy medium is rarely achieved. This encouraged Rega to pursue a new direction inspired by modern materials and the basic laws of magnetism. The Apheta 3 contains neither a tie wire nor a foam damper. 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The stylus radius is r\/R 8\/40 µm. The coils are made from 6NX (99.9999 %) pure silver wire. An improved winding process on the armature allows a better channel balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eFor easy use, the pins are connected so you get the same signal from both pairs of connecting pins. Sharing internal build with the Cadenza Red and with optimized adjustments for mono playback, the sound is relaxed, homogeneous and moderate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Recommended Component\" Honors\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e honored the MC Cadenza Mono by awarding it the magazine's coveted Recommend Component status for 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"AH [Alex Halberstadt] mounted the Ortofon Mono on a Well Tempered Lab Amadeus 254 GT record player… and found it offered a notably different presentation from the Miyajima Zero Mono. The Cadenza Mono sounded smoother than the Japanese cartridge, and while it handled pops and scratches with grace, minimizing their impact, it wasn't quite as effective as the Miyajima at making them musically unintrusive.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"'The Ortofon Cadenza Mono creates a seamless, modern, high-resolution sound that worked well with every genre I played,' he wrote, adding that… 'it will capture the musical treasures on your mono LPs with greater fidelity than stereo cartridges, even far more expensive ones.'\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Presented an Intense Tonal Beauty\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Best put to use with mid- to late-1960s high-fidelity mono LPs or contemporary reissue pressings of classic releases, it dug deep into the microgrooves of these records, tracked them with steady precision, and presented an intense tonal beauty and a dynamic explosiveness that, once heard, I found hard to do without,\" raves Garrett Hongo, \u003cem\u003esoundstageultra.com\u003c\/em\u003e, March 15, 2011.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Listening to the cartridge was an audio awakening on the order of having heard a piece of music, once all too familiar, as if for the first time. At its price and proper application, the Cadenza Mono delivers excellent sound and very high value. Highly recommended.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Cadenza Series\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eOrtofon constantly searches for new technology to be used in its products and push the performance of existing technology. Thus is assured the highest level of performance and quality. The Kontrapunkt models and MC Jubilee became market standards and are among the company's most popular cartridges. Nevertheless Ortofon decided to develop a new cartridge series that is even more ambitious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBy carefully implementing cobalt-iron pole pieces, new improved winding process on the armature, using extruded aluminum housing in the models as well as other changes, Ortofon has been able to reveal new possibilities in performing the analog information. 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