Soundsmith Carmen MKII Cartridge
The Soundsmith Carmen MKII Cartridge excels in signal purity, featuring an ultra-low mass nude diamond stylus with a true hyper-elliptical shape. Its low tip mass, combined with the Fixed Coil design, offers superior resolution compared to MC cartridges priced at twice the cost. The Carmen MKII provides exceptional clarity and detail, backed by a 2-year warranty for the original owner.
Specifications
Soundsmith Carmen MKII Cartridge
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Product name |
CARMEN MK II |
| Stylus type |
Nude Elliptical, 0.120mm SQ |
| Radius of curvature |
6 x 17 μm |
| Cantilever |
Aluminum Alloy |
| Recommended tracking force |
1.3-1.6 gm |
| Effective tip mass |
0.35 mg |
| Compliance |
22 μm/mN |
| Frequency response |
20-20,000 Hz ± 2.5 dB |
| Channel separation |
1000 hz: >26 dB 50-15,000 hz: >20 dB |
| Channel difference |
Stereo: <1.6 dB Mono: <1.0 dB |
| Output voltage |
2.12 mV |
| Cartridge weight |
9.2 Grams |
| Loading |
≥ 47 kΩ |
Soundsmith Carmen MKII Cartridge
Sale price$1,840.00 AUD