The World’s First and Only “Tunable” and "Customizable" Phono Cartridge

 * The wood species above are shown as an example. Depending on your screen setting the colors may differ from the actual picture.

LOMC (Low Output Moving Coil) Phono Cartridges 

In the Collectors Series, each cartridge shell patina is an artwork, so every piece is unique. For the works, we have opted for six (6) distinct patina finishes. Among those, each individual shell part is manually done one by one by the artisan. At the end of the process, the artwork is finally protected with a trusted Museum micro-crystalline wax polish. The patinas age over the first years and get even better with time. Before handing our pieces to the artisan for the final touch, we carefully hand polish each shell part to a mirror finish so this later helps the patina have a deeper and more detailed visual impact. Last but not least, we devote a lot of time and energy in creations that represent our labor of love. Then, for the completion of the artworks, we needed to share together a synergy with the right artisan so he faithfully communicates the meaning of our dear product. The artworks were handed to a reputable smelter (Art foundry) here in Quebec.

Which Motor to Choose…

Audio MusiKraft offers two distinct cartridge motors in the First Series: DL-103 and DL-103R.

Mechanically, both motors closely resemble each other. To help distinguish them the external finish on the DL-103R is gold plated. The main difference stems from the DL-103R possessing a higher degree of copper wire purity resulting in a more faithful reproduction. Electrically; the DL-103R has a lower DC resistance so the recommended load is slightly different from each other and the DL-103R  is slightly lower in output voltage than the DL-103.

Essentially the DL-103 is pleasing to listen to, it provides vivid sound which translates to a more «forefront» presentation. It offers more midrange bloom and it confers more presence than the DL-103R.

The listener looking for a more neutral and precise reproduction will prefer the DL-103R version. Subjectively, this one has a flatter frequency response in its entire passband. It has slightly better and refined timbre than the DL-103, especially notable in the mid-range portion; thanks to the use of 6N pure copper wire. Its lower moving coil equipment mass ensures quicker transients.

 

 

Requirements:

Using our cartridge requires at least three things:

1. Medium to high mass tonearm to match these low compliance cartridges (i.e. 10g. and more).
2. System ready for low output MC cartridges or either using a head amp or a step-up transformer (SUT).
3. The Bronze (Br) Collectors First Series cartridges require a tonearm able to counterbalance 21g.

 

The Cartridge Includes:

1. Either one of the two (2) motors: DL-103 or DL-103R;
2. Offered in six (6) patinated artwork finish;
3. One (1) nude tonewood set of your choice among our eight (8) standard selection;
4. Some tuning tools, a screwdriver, and a screw kit for a trouble-free installation;
5. A rigid black plastic jewel box.

 

* The wood grain may differ from the actual picture and depending on your screen setting the colors may differ from the actual picture.

 

 

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