{"title":"Best Phono Cartridges Over $5,000","description":"\u003cp\u003ePhono cartridges above $5,000 are precision instruments built in batches of dozens, not hundreds. Each one is individually measured and adjusted, with tolerances tighter than most mechanical watches. Diamond cantilevers, custom-wound coil geometries, and micro-polished styli extract information from vinyl that most cartridges simply can't access. At this level, a great pressing on a properly set-up table delivers spatial resolution and tonal density that digital struggles to match. If you've built your entire system around the turntable, this is where the front end catches up to the investment.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"rega-aphelion-2-moving-coil-cartridge","title":"Rega Aphelion 2 Moving Coil Cartridge","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Rega Aphelion 2 stands as the pinnacle of Rega's moving coil cartridge design, representing the ultimate in micro-engineering and acoustic precision. It is the fourth generation of Rega's unique, handmade moving coil cartridges and is designed to deliver a transparent, musical, and highly detailed sound. The Aphelion 2 is a statement product, embodying a no-compromise philosophy that focuses on ultra-low mass, undamped movement, and a jointless body to reveal the full emotional depth of your vinyl collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUltra-Low Mass Generator:\u003c\/b\u003e The cartridge features one of the world's smallest moving coil generators, which is completely undamped and operates without a tie wire or foam damper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAdvanced Boron Rod Cantilever:\u003c\/b\u003e A rigid Boron rod cantilever provides a stable and non-resonant platform for the coil and stylus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFine Line Nude Diamond Stylus:\u003c\/b\u003e A precision \"Fine Line\" nude diamond stylus is mounted at a 90-degree angle for superior stiffness, allowing for remarkable detail retrieval from the record groove.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSingle-Piece Aluminium Body:\u003c\/b\u003e The cartridge is housed in a jointless, single-piece, graded zero tolerance black anodised aluminium body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRega Neodymium Magnet System:\u003c\/b\u003e An exclusive Rega Neodymium magnet system provides the power for the micro-cross and coil assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLifetime Warranty:\u003c\/b\u003e The Aphelion 2 is built to the highest standards and comes with a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEngineering for Purity\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aphelion 2 is a direct result of Rega's unwavering pursuit of sonic purity. The cartridge's design rejects conventional elements like a steel suspension system (tie wire) and a foam damper, which are common in many moving coil cartridges. By eliminating these components, Rega has successfully removed potential sources of high-frequency resonance and unwanted vibration. This unique approach allows the generator to move with a remarkable freedom, resulting in a sound that is exceptionally clear, with a tight, controlled bass and smooth, extended treble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDesign and Construction\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe physical construction of the Aphelion 2 is a testament to precision engineering. The single-piece body is crafted from graded zero tolerance anodised aluminium, ensuring a perfectly rigid and non-resonant housing. This jointless design provides a stable platform for the delicate internal components, including a meticulously hand-wound micro-cross and coil assembly. The entire structure is designed to be lightweight yet incredibly strong, allowing the cartridge to perform with maximum accuracy and minimal interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eThe Pursuit of Perfection\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aphelion 2 is the culmination of Rega's extensive research into moving coil technology. Its advanced design, featuring a Boron cantilever and a fine line nude diamond stylus, allows it to trace the most intricate musical passages with breathtaking realism. When paired with a high-end tonearm, the Aphelion 2 delivers a listening experience that is both analytical and emotionally engaging. It is a true reference product, designed to reveal every nuance and texture of the recording, making it the perfect choice for the most discerning audiophile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eThe Listening Room Difference\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’re a third-generation family business with a brick-and-mortar showroom in Chestertown, Maryland, and a reputation built on trust, not hype. Whether you’re visiting in person or ordering online, we bring decades of experience, personalized service, and honest guidance to every interaction. We don’t just ship boxes. We help build systems, answer your questions like real humans, and make sure every detail of your setup is right, from the cables to the final connection. Our passion is helping you get the most out of your gear, with support that lasts well beyond the sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTracking Pressure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.9 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Load Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNominal Output Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e350 μV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannel Balance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≥ 10 μV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeparation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≥ -29 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Rega","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42232160976992,"sku":"REGAPH2","price":5545.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/aphelion-2-intro-_2.jpg?v=1755800584"},{"product_id":"hana-umami-black-moving-coil-cartridge","title":"HANA Umami Black Moving Coil Cartridge","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe HANA Umami Black is the flagship of the Hana cartridge brand, the cap of Hana's five-tier moving-coil line. Master designer Masao Okada-san and Excel Sound built it around a diamond cantilever (a category first for Hana), the new \"OKD\" high-efficiency moving coil generator with integrated pole piece and rear yoke, an inverted U-shaped front yoke, a rare-earth neodymium magnet, and a 2mm square hybrid carbon-permalloy armature. Output is 0.3mV at 5-ohm coil impedance with a recommended load of 50 ohms or greater. The Black is not a Red painted black; it is a redesigned generator and a different cantilever material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eKey Features of HANA Umami Black Phono Cartridge\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiamond cantilever (Hana category first):\u003c\/strong\u003e diamond is the hardest known material and has the highest specific stiffness available in any cantilever construction. The first cantilever resonance is pushed further above the audible band than boron achieves, and moving mass at the stylus end is the lowest in the Hana lineup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicroline nude diamond stylus:\u003c\/strong\u003e the same line-contact profile Hana uses on the Umami Red and Blue, mounted as a single-piece nude diamond on the diamond cantilever. Approximately 2.5-micron contact radius, long vertical contact patch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\"OKD\" moving coil generator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hana's new generator architecture, with the world's first integrated pole piece and rear yoke and an inverted U-shaped front yoke. Optimizes magnetic energy transfer from the diamond cantilever to the coil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInverted U front yoke:\u003c\/strong\u003e the U-shaped (bifurcated) inverted front yoke is engineered to control mechanical resonance, align the magnetic field, and provide precise structural support for the diamond cantilever.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeodymium-iron-boron rare-earth magnet:\u003c\/strong\u003e NdFeB has the highest magnetic energy density of any commercial permanent magnet, significantly higher than the Samarium Cobalt in the Umami Red and the Alnico in the Umami Blue. Higher field strength enables shorter coil windings and faster transient response.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHybrid carbon armature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2mm square plate, 78% carbon-infused nickel-iron permalloy. Hand-wound on Excel's proprietary machinery with 30-micron 4N high-purity copper wire. Output is 0.3mV at 5-ohm coil impedance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCryogenic treatment of generator parts:\u003c\/strong\u003e the OKD generator (integrated pole piece and rear yoke, inverted U front yoke) and the gold-plated output pins are cryogenically treated to refine grain structure in the metal and reduce internal stresses left over from machining.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuralumin Auricle body, special Urushi enameled finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e A7075 Duralumin CNC-machined from solid billet, finished in black Urushi lacquer applied via a specialized thermosetting process that bonds the lacquer to the aluminum substrate via vapor deposition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0.3mV output, 5-ohm impedance, 11.3g weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e high-mass cartridge that wants a high-mass tonearm. Compatible with quality MC phono stages (voltage or current-amplification) running 64dB or more of gain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eWhy a Diamond Cantilever\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/2_e05eda09-4ecf-4d46-847c-10ea1371b4f9.jpg?v=1778332391\" alt=\"HANA Umami Black diamond cantilever close-up showing Microline nude diamond stylus\" style=\"width:100%;max-width:1000px;height:auto;border-radius:12px;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiamond is the hardest known material and has the highest specific stiffness (stiffness divided by density) available in any cantilever construction. Boron is the closest material to diamond on this metric, and Hana uses boron in the Umami Red and Blue. The step from boron to diamond pushes the first cantilever resonance further above the audible band, lowers moving mass at the stylus end of the system, and sharpens the leading edge of every transient. In a moving coil cartridge, the cantilever is what couples the groove modulation to the coil-and-magnet generator. Anything the cantilever rounds off, smears, or low-pass filters, the generator never gets to convert into electrical signal. A diamond cantilever rounds off less and smears less than any other material Hana has used. The cost of building one is the reason the Umami Black exists as a separate flagship rather than a Red revision: machining diamond rod into a cantilever and bonding it to a Microline diamond stylus requires manufacturing tolerances and yields that scale poorly to high volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eThe OKD Generator: Integrated Pole Piece and Inverted U Front Yoke\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"OKD\" generator is the second category-first innovation in the Umami Black. Conventional MC generators use separate pole pieces and rear yoke assemblies; the OKD architecture integrates the pole piece and rear yoke into a single component, which removes a magnetic-circuit interface that would otherwise introduce a small flux loss. The front yoke is inverted and U-shaped (bifurcated). The U geometry controls mechanical resonance in the generator structure and aligns the magnetic field with the cantilever pivot, while also providing precise structural support for the diamond cantilever's mounting. The armature is a 2mm square plate of permalloy (78% carbon-infused nickel-iron), hand-wound on Excel's proprietary winding machinery with 30-micron 4N high-purity copper wire. The result is a generator that delivers higher energy conversion per coil turn than the Samarium Cobalt generator in the Umami Red, which is why the Black holds 0.3mV output despite the shorter, lighter coil windings the OKD topology enables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eNeodymium Rare-Earth Magnet\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe magnet is rare-earth neodymium-iron-boron (NdFeB). NdFeB has the highest magnetic energy density of any commercial permanent magnet, on the order of 50% higher than the Samarium Cobalt in the Umami Red and several times higher than the Alnico in the Umami Blue. Higher field strength at the coil gap means more electrical output per unit of cantilever motion, which is why Hana could reduce coil mass and inductance without sacrificing output. Lower coil mass and inductance translate to faster transient response, lower self-resonance, and a more linear high-frequency envelope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCryogenic Treatment of the OKD Generator\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe OKD generator components (integrated pole piece and rear yoke, inverted U front yoke) and the gold-plated output pins are cryogenically treated. Cryogenic treatment is a slow controlled cool-down to roughly minus 300F followed by a slow return to room temperature. The process refines grain boundaries in the metal, reduces internal stresses left over from machining, and (in audio applications) is associated with lower noise floor and better signal coherence. Hana applies it to the parts of the Black that carry magnetic flux and the parts that carry the signal itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eDuralumin Auricle Body with Black Urushi Lacquer\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Auricle body is unique to the Umami line. CNC-machined from a single billet of A7075 Duralumin, the body geometry is shaped for both internal damping and rigid mechanical coupling between the cantilever pivot and the headshell. The Umami Black body adds a black zirconia inlay on the facia for additional damping and visual contrast. The finish is a multi-stage Urushi lacquer treatment in the traditional Makie style: a black Urushi undercoat, silver-powder infusion, gold-powder \"hana\" name detailing, and final polishing. The lacquer is bonded to the aluminum substrate via a specialized thermosetting process at 120 C through vapor deposition, which produces a finish that is essentially indestructible at normal handling temperatures and damps body-borne resonance more aggressively than the gloss Urushi on the Red. Cartridge weight is 11.3 grams, the heaviest in the Hana lineup, which couples positively to high-mass tonearms in the 12 to 18 gram effective-mass range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eTonearm Matching\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/4_15b711d9-4e48-4d32-8aba-0820fd43e9be.jpg?v=1778332395\" alt=\"HANA Umami Black mounted on a high-mass tonearm headshell\" style=\"width:100%;max-width:1000px;height:auto;border-radius:12px;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEffective compliance is 10 x 10-6 cm\/dyne at 100Hz (estimated 17 x 10-6 at 10Hz), recommended tracking force is 2.0 grams, and cartridge weight is 11.3 grams. The Black wants the highest-mass, highest-grade tonearms in our inventory. We recommend the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dynavector-dv-507-mk2-tonearm\"\u003eDynavector DV-507 MK2\u003c\/a\u003e ($7,250) for its rigid bi-axial pivot bearing and dynamic stabilizer (which dampens cartridge-tonearm low-frequency resonance), and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rega-rb-titanium-tonearm\"\u003eRega RB-Titanium\u003c\/a\u003e ($6,995) for its single-piece machined-titanium structure and high effective mass. Both tonearms have the resolution headroom and bearing precision to give the Black's transient information somewhere to land. Anything below this tier in tonearm choice will become the limiting factor in the system, and the Black will reveal it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003ePhono Stage Compatibility\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 0.3mV output and 5-ohm coil impedance want a moving-coil phono stage with at least 64dB of gain (the Black is 2dB lower output than the Red, which adds up to roughly 4dB of additional gain demand at the phono stage), or an MM stage paired with a 1:15 to 1:30 step-up transformer. The 5-ohm coil also pairs naturally with current-amplification (transimpedance) MC inputs, which Hana specifically calls out as compatible alongside conventional voltage MC stages. The matches we recommend from our lineup are the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/michell-apollo-phono-stage-powered-by-muse\"\u003eMichell Apollo\u003c\/a\u003e ($4,999), the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/audia-flight-fl-phono\"\u003eAudia Flight FL Phono\u003c\/a\u003e ($6,999), and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kora-phonostage-phono-preamp\"\u003eKora\u003c\/a\u003e ($7,999). Recommended load is 50 ohms or greater; 100 ohms is a conservative starting point and 470 ohms is a common landing spot after experimentation. Phono-stage matching at the Black's resolution level will be audible in ways it would not be at lower tiers; we encourage buyers to bring the cartridge to our showroom for an A\/B against multiple stages before committing to a pairing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eHand-Assembled by Excel Sound\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Umami Black is hand-built in Japan by Excel Sound's craftsmen, with over 50 years of cartridge-manufacturing history behind the assembly. Hand assembly matters specifically because of how tight Hana's specs are at this tier (0.5dB output balance, 30dB channel separation): those numbers require coil winding and magnet alignment tolerances that machine assembly cannot deliver consistently, and they matter more on a diamond-cantilever, neodymium-generator cartridge than on any cartridge below it in the line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eExplore the HANA Cartridge Lineup\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Umami Black is the cap to the Hana brand. The previous flagship sits one step down:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hana-umami-red-moving-coil-cartridge\"\u003eHANA Umami Red\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: $3,950. Boron cantilever (versus diamond on the Black), Samarium Cobalt magnet generator with conventional pole piece and yoke topology (versus the OKD generator with integrated pole piece on the Black). Hana's flagship from 2020 to 2025 and still the brand's value reference at the statement tier. The Red and Black share the Microline nude diamond stylus, the Duralumin Auricle body, and the Urushi finish (in red and black respectively).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eThe Listening Room Difference\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're a third-generation family business with a brick-and-mortar showroom in Chestertown, Maryland, and a reputation built on exceptional service and relentless passion for hifi. Whether you're visiting in person or ordering online, we bring decades of experience, personalized service, and honest guidance to every interaction. We don't just ship boxes. We help build systems, answer your questions like real humans, and make sure every detail of your setup is right, from the cables to the final connection. Our passion is helping you get the most out of your gear, with support that lasts well beyond the sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eHANA Umami Black Phono Cartridge Specifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color:#f3f3f3;padding:12px;width:34%;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eType\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;width:66%;\"\u003eMoving Coil (Low Output)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color:#f3f3f3;padding:12px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBody\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003eDuralumin (A7075)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color:#f3f3f3;padding:12px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003eUrushi Lacquer (Black) Thermosetting Process\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color:#f3f3f3;padding:12px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003eDiamond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color:#f3f3f3;padding:12px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003eMicroline Nude Diamond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color:#f3f3f3;padding:12px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGenerator Structure\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003e\"OKD\" with Integrated Pole Piece and Rear Yoke, Inverted U Front Yoke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color:#f3f3f3;padding:12px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eArmature Material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003ePermalloy, 78% Carbon-Infused Nickel-Iron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color:#f3f3f3;padding:12px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eArmature Shape\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003e2mm Square Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color:#f3f3f3;padding:12px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eParts Material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003ePure Iron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color:#f3f3f3;padding:12px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMagnet\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003eNeodymium (NdFeB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color:#f3f3f3;padding:12px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCoil Wire\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003e30 micron 4N High Purity Copper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color:#f3f3f3;padding:12px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOutput Voltage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003e0.3mV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color:#f3f3f3;padding:12px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOutput Balance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003e0.5dB \/ 1kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color:#f3f3f3;padding:12px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCoil Impedance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003e5Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color:#f3f3f3;padding:12px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSuggested Load Impedance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003e≥ 50Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color:#f3f3f3;padding:12px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eChannel Separation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003e30dB \/ 1kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color:#f3f3f3;padding:12px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003e15 - 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It outputs 0.35mV through 16-micron PCOCC coils wound on a square armature, driven by eight alnico magnets, with a PF line-contact stylus on a solid boron cantilever. Channel separation reaches 30dB, frequency response is flat within ±1dB from 20Hz to 20kHz, and the body is precision-machined bamboo finished in traditional Japanese urushi lacquer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the cartridge Dynavector builds when cost is not the primary constraint. The XV-1t represents decades of accumulated knowledge in magnetic circuit design, mechanical damping, and signal path optimization. Every component is selected and assembled by hand to tolerances that justify the price point. It ships in an exclusive walnut case, and the urushi finish on bamboo isn't cosmetic decoration. It's an acoustic choice: bamboo's natural damping characteristics complement the mechanical behavior of the generator, and the lacquer treatment controls resonance in ways that metal bodies cannot. We carry it for customers who have heard everything else and want what a fully realized MC cartridge sounds like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eKey Features of the Dynavector DRT XV-1t\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid Boron Cantilever:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6mm, 0.3mm diameter boron rod with special armature for maximum rigidity and minimal moving mass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePF Line Contact Stylus:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 x 30 micron contact radius extracts the finest groove detail with minimal record wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEight Alnico Magnets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple alnico column magnets create an exceptionally stable, linear magnetic field across the entire coil excursion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16-Micron PCOCC Coil Windings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ultra-fine single-crystal copper wire on a square armature for low mass and maximum signal purity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSquare-Shaped Armature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corrosion-resistant armature provides improved linearity in magnetic flux distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUrushi-Lacquered Bamboo Body:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-finished in traditional Japanese lacquer for controlled resonance and acoustic optimization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlux Damper:\u003c\/strong\u003e Patented technology stabilizes magnetic flux in the air gap for consistent performance across all signal levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Assembled:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each cartridge individually built and tested, shipped in an exclusive walnut presentation case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eDiamond-Class Generator Design\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XV-1t's generator is the most sophisticated in Dynavector's lineup. Eight alnico column magnets surround the coil assembly, creating a magnetic field of exceptional uniformity and density. Where lesser cartridges use one or two magnets and accept the resulting flux non-linearity, the XV-1t's multi-magnet array ensures that the coils move through a consistent field regardless of amplitude. This translates to lower distortion at all signal levels and a more natural, effortless dynamic range from the quietest detail to the loudest climax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003e16-Micron PCOCC Coil Technology\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XV-1t's coils use 16-micron PCOCC (Pure Copper by Ohno Continuous Casting) wire, among the finest gauge used in any cartridge. Thinner wire means less moving mass on the armature, which directly improves transient speed and tracking accuracy. The PCOCC process eliminates grain boundaries in the copper crystal structure, removing micro-junctions that impede signal flow. Wound on the square-shaped armature, these coils produce a 0.35mV output with 24 ohms impedance, providing enough signal for quality MC phono stages while maintaining the low-impedance advantages of a true MC design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eSquare Armature and Flux Linearity\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe armature at the heart of the XV-1t's generator uses a square cross-section manufactured from corrosion-resistant material. This geometry provides more uniform magnetic flux distribution across the coil windings compared to the round armatures found in conventional cartridges. The result is improved linearity in the voltage output relative to stylus displacement, meaning the electrical signal more accurately represents the mechanical movement of the stylus tip. In complex musical passages where multiple frequencies interact, this linearity preserves separation between instruments and maintains tonal accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eUrushi-Lacquered Bamboo Body\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XV-1t's body is precision-machined from heat-treated bamboo and finished with multiple coats of urushi, a traditional Japanese lacquer. This is not a cosmetic choice. Bamboo has natural vibration-damping characteristics that differ fundamentally from metal or plastic bodies. It absorbs mechanical energy from the cantilever assembly in a controlled, progressive manner rather than reflecting it back into the generator. The urushi lacquer treatment adds hardness to the surface while preserving the bamboo's acoustic properties, creating a body that is both mechanically stable and acoustically optimized. The resulting cartridge has a lower noise floor and more natural decay characteristics than metal-bodied designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eAlnico Magnet Array\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlnico magnets have been central to Dynavector's upper-tier cartridges for decades. The XV-1t takes this further with eight individual alnico column magnets arranged to create maximum flux density with minimum distortion. Alnico's inherent characteristics include low magnetic resistance and stable flux output over time. Unlike neodymium, which provides brute force but can introduce harshness, alnico delivers its power smoothly, with the natural transient characteristics that high-resolution systems demand. The multi-magnet configuration also allows Dynavector to shape the field geometry precisely, optimizing it for the square armature and fine-gauge coils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eDRT XV-1t Technical Notes\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 12.0 grams with 10mm\/N compliance, the XV-1t pairs with medium to medium-high mass tonearms. The 24-ohm impedance and 0.35mV output work well with quality MC phono stages. Tracking force is 1.8-2.2g with 2.0g nominal. Standard half-inch mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eExplore the Full Dynavector Cartridge Range\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DRT XV-1t sits at the absolute top of Dynavector's lineup. Its sibling, the DRT XV-1s, shares the direct rear terminal platform with a stainless steel body at a lower price point. Below the flagship tier, the Te Kaitora Rua offers boron cantilever performance with PCOCC coils and titanium construction, and the XX-2A provides a boron cantilever with alnico magnet at a more accessible price. Each step in the Dynavector range adds meaningful technology and refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eTHE LISTENING ROOM DIFFERENCE\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're a third-generation family business with a brick-and-mortar showroom in Chestertown, Maryland, and a reputation built on exceptional service and relentless passion for hifi. Whether you're visiting in person or ordering online, we bring decades of experience, personalized service, and honest guidance to every interaction. We don't just ship boxes. We help build systems, answer your questions like real humans, and make sure every detail of your setup is right, from the cables to the final connection. 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If you're considering other options in their lineup:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dynavector-drt-xv-1s-moving-coil-phono-cartridge\"\u003eDynavector DRT XV-1s\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - Shares the DR-T softened magnetic circuit and African ebony body with a spherical stylus profile. A different presentation at a lower price.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dynavector-te-kaitora-rua-moving-coil-phono-cartridge\"\u003eDynavector Te Kaitora Rua\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - The step below the DRT line, with a softened magnetism approach and alnico magnet motor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dynavector-dv-507-mk2-tonearm\"\u003eDynavector DV 507 Mk2\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - Dynavector's dual-pivot tonearm, designed to extract the full potential of their cartridges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eThe Listening Room Difference\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're a third-generation family business with a brick-and-mortar showroom in Chestertown, Maryland, and a reputation built on exceptional service and relentless passion for hifi. Whether you're visiting in person or ordering online, we bring decades of experience, personalized service, and honest guidance to every interaction. We don't just ship boxes. We help build systems, answer your questions like real humans, and make sure every detail of your setup is right, from the cables to the final connection. Our passion is helping you get the most out of your gear, with support that lasts well beyond the sale.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dynavector","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42563559489632,"sku":"DYNAXV1T","price":9750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/01_front_hero_9624f876-7a28-4aea-b452-02e7f478884e.jpg?v=1770406296"},{"product_id":"dynavector-drt-xv-1s-moving-coil-phono-cartridge","title":"Dynavector DRT XV-1s Moving Coil Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Dynavector DRT XV-1s is a reference-grade moving coil cartridge that combines an array of eight Alnico magnets, a 6mm solid boron cantilever with PF line contact stylus, and Dynavector's Direct Rear Terminal (DR-T) construction in an African ebony wood body. With 30dB channel separation, frequency response within ±1dB, and 30-micron PCOCC coil winding, the XV-1s represents Dynavector's engineering philosophy taken to its logical conclusion: every element of the cartridge optimized as a complete system, not as individual components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe XV-1s earned The Absolute Sound's Golden Ear Award in 2001 and has maintained its position as one of the most respected reference cartridges in high-end analog. This is the cartridge for systems where the turntable is the primary source and every element of the chain is chosen to extract everything from the groove. At this level, the XV-1s rewards meticulous setup, a quality phono stage (Dynavector's P75 Mk4 in PE mode is a natural match), and a rigid, well-damped tonearm. The payoff is a level of musical truth that justifies the investment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eKey Features of the Dynavector DRT XV-1s\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6mm Solid Boron Cantilever:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boron's exceptional stiffness-to-mass ratio provides fast transient response and extended high-frequency performance, second only to diamond among cantilever materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePF Line Contact Stylus (7 x 30 Micron):\u003c\/strong\u003e The line contact profile traces the groove wall with a narrow, elongated contact patch, reading high-frequency information that spherical and elliptical profiles cannot reach, with lower record wear per play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEight Alnico Magnet Array:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike single-magnet designs, the XV-1s uses eight small Alnico magnets arranged to create an extremely uniform, stable magnetic field around the generator coils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnetic Flux Equalizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e A specially designed flux equalizing piece placed in the magnetic gap ensures consistent field strength across the full range of coil motion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnetic Stabilizing Coils:\u003c\/strong\u003e Additional coils wound on the front yokes stabilize the magnetic field during dynamic passages, reducing distortion at high signal levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSquare Armature Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e A square-shaped front aperture with matching square armature improves coil alignment and reduces magnetic hysteresis compared to round designs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30-Micron PCOCC Coil Winding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pure Copper Ohno Continuous Casting wire at 30-micron gauge provides extremely low mass and resistance in the generator coils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAfrican Ebony Wood Body:\u003c\/strong\u003e Selected for its density, rigidity, and natural damping characteristics, ebony provides an optimal acoustic environment for the generator assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Rear Terminal (DR-T) Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Output pins connect directly to the coil winding with no intermediate solder joints or wire runs, preserving signal purity from generator to phono stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eDirect Rear Terminal (DR-T) Construction\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"DRT\" in the XV-1s designation refers to Dynavector's Direct Rear Terminal design. In a conventional cartridge, the signal generated by the coils must travel through several solder joints and short wire runs before reaching the output pins. Each connection introduces a small but measurable degradation: contact resistance, potential micro-arcing, and thermal noise. The DR-T approach eliminates these connections by routing the coil windings directly to the rear terminal pins. The result is the shortest, most direct signal path possible, preserving the full resolution of the generator assembly's output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eEight-Magnet Alnico Circuit\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XV-1s departs from the single or dual neodymium magnet approach used in most MC cartridges. Instead, eight small Alnico magnets are arranged around the generator to create a field that is both stronger and more uniform than what a single magnet can achieve. Alnico (aluminum-nickel-cobalt) magnets have a naturally smoother field gradient than rare-earth magnets, and by using eight of them, Dynavector creates a magnetic environment where the coils operate in a near-ideal linear zone regardless of their position. This is complemented by the flux equalizing piece in the magnetic gap and the magnetic stabilizing coils on the front yokes, which together maintain field consistency even during large stylus excursions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eAfrican Ebony Body Construction\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile most phono cartridges use metal or plastic bodies, the XV-1s is built in a body of African ebony wood. Ebony is one of the densest hardwoods available, with excellent natural damping characteristics that absorb rather than reflect mechanical vibrations from the tonearm and platter. The wood body provides a fundamentally different resonance signature than aluminum or brass, one that Dynavector has found to be optimal for the XV-1s generator's performance envelope. The result is a cartridge that allows the signal to emerge from a quieter mechanical background, with less coloration from body resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003ePCOCC Coil Technology\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XV-1s uses 30-micron PCOCC (Pure Copper Ohno Continuous Casting) wire for its generator coils. PCOCC wire is drawn through a heating and cooling process that produces a single-crystal copper conductor without the grain boundaries found in standard OFC (Oxygen-Free Copper) wire. Grain boundaries act as micro-resistors and signal barriers in the conductor. By eliminating them, PCOCC wire offers lower resistance and more transparent signal transmission. At 30 microns, these coils are extremely fine, keeping the moving mass low for faster transient response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eExplore the Full Dynavector Cartridge Range\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DRT XV-1s is the penultimate cartridge in Dynavector's lineup. Explore the full range:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dynavector-dv-10x5-mk2-moving-coil-phono-cartridge\"\u003eDV-10X5 Mk2\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - Entry-level MC with dual output at $800.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dynavector-dv-20x2-moving-coil-phono-cartridge\"\u003eDV-20X2\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - Mid-range with flux damper and softened magnetism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dynavector-dv-20x2a-moving-coil-phono-cartridge-1\"\u003eDV-20X2A\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - Upgraded micro-ridge stylus with PCOCC coils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dynavector-xx-2a-moving-coil-phono-cartridge-1\"\u003eXX-2A\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - Boron cantilever and line-contact stylus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dynavector-karat-17dx-moving-coil-phono-cartridge-1\"\u003eKarat 17DX\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - Diamond cantilever in 24K gold-plated body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dynavector-te-kaitora-rua-moving-coil-phono-cartridge\"\u003eTe Kaitora Rua\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - Flagship-tier boron cantilever with softened magnetism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dynavector-drt-xv-1t-moving-coil-phono-cartridge\"\u003eDRT XV-1t\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - Dynavector's ultimate statement with diamond cantilever and DR-T.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eThe Listening Room Difference\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're a third-generation family business with a brick-and-mortar showroom in Chestertown, Maryland, and a reputation built on exceptional service and relentless passion for hifi. Whether you're visiting in person or ordering online, we bring decades of experience, personalized service, and honest guidance to every interaction. We don't just ship boxes. We help build systems, answer your questions like real humans, and make sure every detail of your setup is right, from the cables to the final connection. Our passion is helping you get the most out of your gear, with support that lasts well beyond the sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eDynavector DRT XV-1s Specifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.3mV (1kHz, 5cm\/sec)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20Hz - 20kHz (±1dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChannel Separation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt;30dB (1kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChannel Balance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.0dB (1kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompliance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 x 10\u003csup\u003e-6\u003c\/sup\u003e cm\/dyne\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTracking Force\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8 - 2.2g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImpedance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Load\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt;30 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStylus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePF Line Contact (7 x 30μm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCantilever\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6mm Solid Boron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoil Wire\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30μm PCOCC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8x Alnico Array\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAfrican Ebony Wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDR-T (Direct Rear Terminal)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.6g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Dynavector","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42563559784544,"sku":"DYNAXV1S","price":5850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/01_hero_b7e3dad0-de9a-4177-a36a-5dee5919cde3.jpg?v=1770406267"},{"product_id":"wilson-benesch-tessellate-ti-b-cartridge","title":"Wilson Benesch Tessellate Ti-B Cartridge","description":"\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wilson Benesch Tessellate Ti-B brings the full engineering prowess of Wilson Benesch's SLS titanium cartridge platform to a boron-cantilevered moving coil design that sets a new standard for what a cartridge body can do. Built in Sheffield, England using Selective Laser Sintering additive manufacturing in partnership with Renishaw PLC, the Tessellate Ti-B offers audiophiles an entry into a cartridge architecture with zero material redundancy, where every element of the one-piece titanium structure serves a purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features of the Wilson Benesch Tessellate Ti-B Cartridge\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSLS Titanium Body:\u003c\/b\u003e 3D-printed titanium housing with tessellated architecture inspired by natural bone structures for maximum rigidity and minimal resonance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBoron Cantilever with Carbon Fibre Damping:\u003c\/b\u003e Hybrid cantilever pairs a boron rod with a uni-directional carbon fiber damping sleeve for fast transients and controlled resonance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eElliptical Stylus (5x150 micrometer):\u003c\/b\u003e Warm, balanced tracking across a wide range of groove modulations with smooth, extended treble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePure Iron Square Coil Generator:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.32mV output at 6 ohms impedance for broad compatibility with MC phono stages and step-up transformers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe FIN Resonance Control:\u003c\/b\u003e Tessellated titanium accessory mounts opposite the cartridge body to mitigate resonances at their source\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNon-Magnetic Titanium Construction:\u003c\/b\u003e Zero field interactions with the generator, unlike aluminum-bodied cartridges that can compromise signal integrity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThree Premium Finishes:\u003c\/b\u003e Matt Titanium, Polished Silver, and Polished Gold, all purely aesthetic with no impact on performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eSLS Titanium Body with Tessellated Architecture\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of every Tessellate cartridge is a body manufactured using Selective Laser Sintering, an additive manufacturing process that builds the entire structure layer-by-layer from titanium alloy powder using high-power lasers. This allows Wilson Benesch to create geometries that would be impossible with traditional machining or casting. The result is a semi-open, tessellated structure inspired by natural bone tissue optimization, specifically the skull structures of starlings, which evolved to maximize structural support and stiffness while minimizing mass. The tessellated cavities are filled with viscoelastic adhesive that provides broad surface contact for converting mechanical energy to heat, delivering damping performance that a solid body simply cannot match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/tib_inline_detail.jpg?v=1772475638\" alt=\"Wilson Benesch Tessellate Ti-B Cartridge close-up showing tessellated SLS titanium body structure\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 100%;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eHybrid Boron Cantilever Design\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ti-B features Wilson Benesch's hybrid cantilever technology, a world-first design that pairs a boron rod cantilever with an asymmetrically positioned uni-directional carbon fiber damping sleeve. The carbon fiber sleeve adds virtually no mass yet provides significant additional stiffness and damping at the cantilever's midpoint, where resonance energy is most problematic. Boron is prized in cartridge design for its fast transient response and balanced, slightly warm-to-neutral tonality. The Ti-B pairs this cantilever with an elliptical stylus featuring a 5x150 micrometer tip radius, offering excellent tracking across a wide range of groove modulations with controlled bass texture and a smooth, extended treble that avoids glare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/tib_inline_side.jpg?v=1772475640\" alt=\"Wilson Benesch Tessellate Ti-B Cartridge side profile showing boron cantilever and stylus assembly\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 100%;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003ePure Iron Square Coil Generator\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tessellate Ti-B's generator uses pure iron square coils, chosen for their magnetic properties and signal purity. With an output voltage of 0.32mV at 3.54cm\/s and an internal impedance of just 6 ohms, the Ti-B is compatible with a wide range of MC phono stages and step-up transformers. Wilson Benesch recommends loading between 200 and 470 ohms, giving owners flexibility to fine-tune the cartridge's tonal balance within their specific system. The non-magnetic titanium body ensures zero field interactions with the generator, unlike aluminum-bodied cartridges where magnetic interference can compromise signal integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eThe FIN Resonance Control\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Tessellate cartridge ships with the FIN, a tessellated titanium accessory that mounts opposite the cartridge body. This component mitigates resonances at their source, close to the cantilever, enhancing overall system performance. When combined with Wilson Benesch's own tonearms, the multi-material interface of helical-wound carbon fiber headshell and cork gasket creates a comprehensive energy dissipation system from stylus tip to tonearm pivot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eThe Wilson Benesch Tessellate Ti-B in Your System\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a weight of 17.1 grams and a recommended tracking force of 1.35 grams (optimum), the Ti-B is designed for medium-mass tonearms. Dynamic compliance of 12 micrometers per millinewton ensures stable tracking, while the 70-micrometer tracking ability at 315Hz confirms the Ti-B's ability to handle demanding musical passages. Wilson Benesch recommends an optimum operating temperature of 23 degrees Celsius and a 30-hour break-in period, after which the suspension settles and the cartridge reaches its full performance potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tessellate Ti-B is the entry point to the Tessellate range and an invitation to experience what Wilson Benesch's SLS titanium platform delivers. For those looking to move further up the line, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wilson-benesch-tessellate-ti-s-cartridge\"\u003eTessellate Ti-S\u003c\/a\u003e upgrades to a sapphire cantilever with micro ridge stylus for extended frequency response and finer detail retrieval, while the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wilson-benesch-tessellate-ti-d-cartridge\"\u003eTessellate Ti-D\u003c\/a\u003e represents the pinnacle of the range with a diamond cantilever. All three cartridges pair naturally with the Wilson Benesch \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wilson-benesch-graviton-ti-armwand\" title=\"Wilson Benesch Graviton Ti Armwand\"\u003eGraviton Ti\u003c\/a\u003e tonearm and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wilson-benesch-gmt-one-system\"\u003eWilson Benesch GMT ONE System\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wilson-benesch-greenwich-turntable\" title=\"Wilson Benesch Greenwich Turntable\"\u003eWilson Benesch Greenwich Turntable\u003c\/a\u003e, Wilson Benesch's entry-level GMT platform turntable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eThree Finish Options\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tessellate Ti-B is available in three finishes, all purely aesthetic with no impact on performance. Matt Titanium retains the raw texture of the SLS manufacturing process. Polished Silver features a hand-polished mirror finish. Polished Gold adds a vapor-deposited gold coating over the hand-polished surface for a distinctive warm appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eTHE LISTENING ROOM DIFFERENCE\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilson Benesch cartridges are engineered as part of an integrated analog system. Getting the tonearm match, phono stage pairing, and loading settings right makes all the difference in what you hear, and that's exactly why we consult with every cartridge buyer before purchase to make sure the setup is right from the start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're a third-generation family business with a brick-and-mortar showroom in Chestertown, Maryland. Our reputation is built on exceptional service, trust, and a passion for hi-fi. Whether you're visiting in person or ordering online, we bring decades of experience, personalized service, and honest guidance to every interaction. We don't just ship boxes. We help build systems, answer your questions like real humans, and make sure every detail of your setup is right, from the cables to the final connection. Our passion is helping you get the most out of your gear, with support that lasts well beyond the sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWilson Benesch Tessellate Ti-B Specifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color:#f3f3f3;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd; text-align:left; width:40%;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd; text-align:left; width:60%;\"\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMoving Coil (MC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBody Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSLS Titanium Alloy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCantilever\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBoron with U.D. Carbon Fibre Damping Ring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eStylus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eElliptical (5x150 μm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePure Iron Square Coil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOutput Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.32mV @ 3.54 cm\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eInternal Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e6 Ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRecommended Loading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e200-470 Ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e20-25,000 Hz ±2dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eChannel Separation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u0026gt;30dB @ 1kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eChannel Balance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u0026lt;0.5dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTracking Ability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e70 μm at 315Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDynamic Compliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e12 μm\/mN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTracking Force\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1.1-1.4g (Optimum: 1.35g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eVTA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e20 degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e17.1g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRecommended Tonearm Mass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBreak-In Period\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e30 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOptimum Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e23°C (73.4°F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n","brand":"Wilson Benesch","offers":[{"title":"Matt Titanium","offer_id":42628635426912,"sku":"WBTESBMT","price":7500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Polished Silver","offer_id":42628635459680,"sku":"WBTESBPS","price":9000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Polished Gold","offer_id":42628635492448,"sku":"WBTESBPG","price":10500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/tessellate-matt-titanium-front.jpg?v=1772471817"},{"product_id":"wilson-benesch-tessellate-ti-s-cartridge","title":"Wilson Benesch Tessellate Ti-S Cartridge","description":"\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wilson Benesch Tessellate Ti-S pairs a sapphire cantilever with Wilson Benesch's SLS titanium cartridge platform to deliver a moving coil cartridge with extended frequency response, refined detail retrieval, and a beautifully fluid midrange. As the middle cartridge in the Tessellate range, the Ti-S builds on the foundation of the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wilson-benesch-tessellate-ti-b-cartridge\"\u003eTi-B\u003c\/a\u003e with a harder, stiffer cantilever material and a micro ridge stylus that reads deeper into the groove wall for greater low-level information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features of the Wilson Benesch Tessellate Ti-S Cartridge\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSLS Titanium Body:\u003c\/b\u003e 3D-printed titanium housing with tessellated architecture for maximum rigidity at less than 30% of the mass of an equivalent solid structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSapphire Cantilever:\u003c\/b\u003e Lab-grown sapphire rod with hybrid carbon fiber damping sleeve for smooth treble extension and a liquid, natural midrange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMicro Ridge Stylus:\u003c\/b\u003e 3x80 micrometer profile reads finer groove detail than elliptical designs, retrieving low-level musical information with precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePure Iron Square Coil Generator:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.35mV output at 6 ohms impedance with flexible 100-330 ohm loading for broad phono stage compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExtended Frequency Response:\u003c\/b\u003e 20-30,000Hz within plus or minus 1dB with greater than 35dB channel separation at 1kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFIN Resonance Control:\u003c\/b\u003e Tessellated titanium component mounts opposite the cartridge body for signal purity at the source\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThree Finish Options:\u003c\/b\u003e Matt Titanium, Polished Silver, and Polished Gold with no impact on acoustic performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eSLS Titanium Body with Tessellated Architecture\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Tessellate cartridge shares the same body: a one-piece titanium structure manufactured using Selective Laser Sintering in partnership with Renishaw PLC. The SLS process builds the body layer-by-layer from titanium alloy powder, allowing Wilson Benesch to create a semi-open, tessellated geometry inspired by the biomimetic principles of natural bone tissue. The design achieves the stiffness equivalent of an 18mm solid titanium structure at less than 30% of the mass. Tessellated cavities filled with viscoelastic adhesive convert mechanical energy to heat across a broad surface area, providing damping characteristics that no solid-body cartridge can replicate. The non-magnetic titanium ensures zero field interactions with the cartridge's generator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/tis_inline_1.jpg?v=1772475648\" alt=\"Wilson Benesch Tessellate Ti-S Cartridge tessellated titanium body close-up\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 100%;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eHybrid Sapphire Cantilever with Micro Ridge Stylus\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ti-S features Wilson Benesch's hybrid cantilever technology, combining a sapphire rod cantilever with an asymmetrically positioned uni-directional carbon fiber damping sleeve. Sapphire offers remarkable hardness and stiffness with excellent internal damping, translating to a smooth, airy treble extension and a relaxed, liquid midrange that excels with vocals and acoustic instruments. The hybrid design adds the carbon fiber sleeve at the cantilever's midpoint, providing additional stiffness and damping without meaningful mass increase. Paired with a micro ridge stylus at 3x80 micrometers, the Ti-S reads finer groove detail than the elliptical-equipped Ti-B, retrieving musical information that wider stylus profiles simply cannot access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003ePure Iron Square Coil Generator\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tessellate Ti-S uses pure iron square coils that deliver an output voltage of 0.35mV at 3.54cm\/s with an internal impedance of 6 ohms. Recommended loading is between 100 and 330 ohms, giving system matching flexibility across a wide range of MC phono stages and step-up transformers. The slightly higher output compared to the Ti-B, combined with the sapphire cantilever's inherently smooth character, makes the Ti-S particularly easy to integrate into existing analog front ends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eExtended Performance Envelope\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sapphire cantilever and micro ridge stylus combination extends the Ti-S's frequency response to 20-30,000Hz within plus or minus 1dB, a meaningful step beyond the Ti-B's 25kHz upper limit. Channel separation improves to better than 35dB at 1kHz, and tracking ability rises to 80 micrometers at 315Hz. Dynamic compliance of 15 micrometers per millinewton provides excellent groove tracing in medium-mass tonearms, while the optimum tracking force remains at 1.35 grams. These specifications reflect the sapphire cantilever's ability to follow the groove with greater precision and lower distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/tis_inline_2.jpg?v=1772475650\" alt=\"Wilson Benesch Tessellate Ti-S Cartridge side profile in Polished Gold\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 100%;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eThe FIN Resonance Control\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all Tessellate cartridges, the Ti-S ships with the FIN, a tessellated titanium component that mounts opposite the cartridge body. The FIN mitigates resonances close to their source, near the cantilever and generator, for improved signal purity. Combined with Wilson Benesch's own tonearms featuring helical-wound carbon fiber headshells and cork gasket interfaces, the result is a comprehensive resonance management system from stylus tip to tonearm pivot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eThe Wilson Benesch Tessellate Ti-S in Your System\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 17.1 grams, the Ti-S is designed for medium-mass tonearms with a recommended tracking force range of 1.1 to 1.4 grams. Wilson Benesch recommends an optimum operating temperature of 23 degrees Celsius and a 30-hour break-in period. Michael Fremer, writing in The Absolute Sound, noted that the Tessellate Ti-S \"produced the best sound I've heard from vinyl records of every musical genre,\" a statement that speaks to the cartridge's combination of sapphire's inherent musicality and Wilson Benesch's engineering precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ti-S sits between the Tessellate Ti-B, which offers the range's entry point with a boron cantilever and elliptical stylus, and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wilson-benesch-tessellate-ti-d-cartridge\"\u003eTessellate Ti-D\u003c\/a\u003e, the flagship with a diamond cantilever for the ultimate in transient speed and low-level resolution. All three cartridges pair naturally with the Wilson Benesch \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wilson-benesch-graviton-ti-armwand\" title=\"Wilson Benesch Graviton Ti Armwand\"\u003eGraviton Ti\u003c\/a\u003e tonearm and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wilson-benesch-gmt-one-system\"\u003eWilson Benesch GMT ONE System\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wilson-benesch-greenwich-turntable\" title=\"Wilson Benesch Greenwich Turntable\"\u003eWilson Benesch Greenwich Turntable\u003c\/a\u003e, Wilson Benesch's entry-level GMT platform turntable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eThree Finish Options\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tessellate Ti-S is available in Matt Titanium, which retains the raw texture of the SLS manufacturing process; Polished Silver, featuring a hand-polished mirror finish; and Polished Gold, with a vapor-deposited gold coating over the hand-polished surface. All finishes are purely aesthetic with no impact on acoustic performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eTHE LISTENING ROOM DIFFERENCE\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilson Benesch cartridges are engineered as part of an integrated analog system. Getting the tonearm match, phono stage pairing, and loading settings right makes all the difference in what you hear, and that's exactly why we consult with every cartridge buyer before purchase to make sure the setup is right from the start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're a third-generation family business with a brick-and-mortar showroom in Chestertown, Maryland. Our reputation is built on exceptional service, trust, and a passion for hi-fi. Whether you're visiting in person or ordering online, we bring decades of experience, personalized service, and honest guidance to every interaction. We don't just ship boxes. We help build systems, answer your questions like real humans, and make sure every detail of your setup is right, from the cables to the final connection. Our passion is helping you get the most out of your gear, with support that lasts well beyond the sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWilson Benesch Tessellate Ti-S Specifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color:#f3f3f3;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd; text-align:left; width:40%;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd; text-align:left; width:60%;\"\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMoving Coil (MC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBody Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSLS Titanium Alloy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCantilever\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSapphire with U.D. Carbon Fibre Damping Ring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eStylus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMicro Ridge (3x80 μm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePure Iron Square Coil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOutput Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.35mV @ 3.54 cm\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eInternal Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e6 Ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRecommended Loading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e100-330 Ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e20-30,000 Hz ±1dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eChannel Separation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u0026gt;35dB @ 1kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eChannel Balance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u0026lt;0.5dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTracking Ability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e80 μm at 315Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDynamic Compliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e15 μm\/mN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTracking Force\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1.1-1.4g (Optimum: 1.35g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eVTA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e20 degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e17.1g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRecommended Tonearm Mass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBreak-In Period\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e30 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOptimum Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e23°C (73.4°F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n","brand":"Wilson Benesch","offers":[{"title":"Matt Titanium","offer_id":42628635951200,"sku":"WBTESSMT","price":12000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Polished Silver","offer_id":42628635983968,"sku":"WBTESSPS","price":13500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Polished Gold","offer_id":42628636016736,"sku":"WBTESSPG","price":15000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/tis-matt-titanium.jpg?v=1772555382"},{"product_id":"wilson-benesch-tessellate-ti-d-cartridge","title":"Wilson Benesch Tessellate Ti-D Cartridge","description":"\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wilson Benesch Tessellate Ti-D is the flagship of the Tessellate range, pairing a diamond cantilever with Wilson Benesch's SLS titanium cartridge platform to create a moving coil cartridge with the fastest transient response and highest resolution the line can deliver. Diamond is the stiffest, lightest cantilever material available, and when combined with Wilson Benesch's hybrid cantilever technology and tessellated titanium body, the Ti-D extracts information from vinyl grooves at a level that puts it among the finest cartridges made today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features of the Wilson Benesch Tessellate Ti-D Cartridge\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSLS Titanium Body:\u003c\/b\u003e 3D-printed titanium housing with tessellated architecture achieves the stiffness of an 18mm solid titanium structure at less than 30% of the mass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDiamond Cantilever:\u003c\/b\u003e Solid diamond rod paired with a micro ridge stylus (3x80 micrometer tip) for the fastest transient response and highest detail retrieval in the Tessellate range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHybrid Cantilever Technology:\u003c\/b\u003e Uni-directional carbon fiber damping sleeve at the cantilever midpoint controls resonance behavior with virtually zero added mass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePure Iron Square Coil Generator:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.35mV output at 6 ohms impedance, housed in a non-magnetic titanium body that eliminates external field interference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWidest Bandwidth:\u003c\/b\u003e 20-32,000Hz frequency response within plus or minus 1dB, with channel separation exceeding 35dB at 1kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncludes the FIN:\u003c\/b\u003e Tessellated titanium resonance control accessory that mounts opposite the cartridge body to lower the noise floor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThree Finish Options:\u003c\/b\u003e Matt Titanium (raw SLS texture), Polished Silver (hand-polished mirror), and Polished Gold (vapor-deposited gold coating)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eSLS Titanium Body with Tessellated Architecture\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ti-D shares its body with every cartridge in the Tessellate range: a one-piece titanium structure built using Selective Laser Sintering additive manufacturing in partnership with Renishaw PLC. The SLS process constructs the body layer-by-layer from titanium alloy powder, creating a semi-open, tessellated geometry drawn from the biomimetic principles of natural bone tissue optimization. Wilson Benesch's topology-optimized design achieves the stiffness equivalent of an 18mm solid titanium structure at less than 30% of the mass, with zero material redundancy. Tessellated cavities filled with viscoelastic adhesive convert mechanical energy to heat across a broad surface area, while the curved semi-open headshell geometry eliminates reflective surfaces and avoids high-Q resonances near the cantilever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/tid_inline_4.jpg?v=1772475670\" alt=\"Wilson Benesch Tessellate Ti-D Cartridge detail showing tessellated SLS titanium body architecture\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 100%;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eDiamond Cantilever with Micro Ridge Stylus\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiamond is the hardest naturally occurring material and possesses the highest speed of sound of any cantilever material used in phono cartridge design. This translates to ultra-fast transient response with life-like immediacy, where musical attacks and decays are rendered with a speed and precision that other cantilever materials cannot match. The Ti-D's hybrid cantilever technology adds Wilson Benesch's uni-directional carbon fiber damping sleeve, positioned asymmetrically at the cantilever's midpoint. This world-first combination adds virtually no mass yet provides significant additional stiffness and damping, controlling the resonance behavior that even diamond cantilevers exhibit. The micro ridge stylus with its 3x80 micrometer tip radius reads the finest groove modulations, retrieving low-level musical detail that wider stylus profiles leave behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/tid_inline_5.jpg?v=1772475671\" alt=\"Wilson Benesch Tessellate Ti-D Cartridge side profile showing diamond cantilever and micro ridge stylus\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 100%;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003ePure Iron Square Coil Generator\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ti-D's generator uses pure iron square coils, delivering an output voltage of 0.35mV at 3.54cm\/s with an internal impedance of 6 ohms. Recommended loading is between 100 and 330 ohms. The non-magnetic titanium body ensures complete isolation of the generator from external field interactions, preserving signal integrity at the source. This is a meaningful advantage over aluminum-bodied cartridges, where the body material itself can introduce magnetic interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eReference-Level Performance\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe diamond cantilever extends the Ti-D's frequency response to 20-32,000Hz within plus or minus 1dB, the widest bandwidth in the Tessellate range. Channel separation exceeds 35dB at 1kHz, and tracking ability reaches 85 micrometers at 315Hz, the highest figure across all three models. Dynamic compliance of 15 micrometers per millinewton ensures excellent groove tracing, while the optimum tracking force of 1.3 grams (slightly lower than the Ti-B and Ti-S) reflects the diamond cantilever's superior efficiency in translating groove modulations to electrical signal. The Ti-D's sonic character is very neutral, with tight, impactful bass, maximum micro-detail retrieval, and an extended, clean treble free of glare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eThe FIN Resonance Control\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ti-D ships with the FIN, a tessellated titanium accessory that mounts opposite the cartridge body to mitigate resonances at their source. At this price level, every fraction of performance matters, and the FIN's contribution to lowering the noise floor is readily audible. When paired with Wilson Benesch's own tonearms featuring helical-wound carbon fiber headshells and cork gasket interfaces, the system creates a comprehensive resonance management pathway from stylus tip to tonearm pivot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eThe Wilson Benesch Tessellate Ti-D in Your System\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 17.1 grams with a recommended tracking force range of 1.1 to 1.4 grams, the Ti-D is designed for medium-mass tonearms. Wilson Benesch recommends an optimum operating temperature of 23 degrees Celsius and a 30-hour break-in period. The Ti-D represents the culmination of decades of Wilson Benesch cartridge research, from their pioneering carbon fiber cartridge bodies of the 1990s developed with Benz-Micro through to today's SLS titanium platform. For those seeking the absolute best the Tessellate architecture can deliver, the Ti-D is the cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tessellate Ti-D sits at the top of a three-cartridge range. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wilson-benesch-tessellate-ti-b-cartridge\"\u003eTessellate Ti-B\u003c\/a\u003e offers the range's entry point with a boron cantilever and elliptical stylus, while the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wilson-benesch-tessellate-ti-s-cartridge\"\u003eTessellate Ti-S\u003c\/a\u003e bridges the gap with a sapphire cantilever and micro ridge stylus. All three cartridges pair naturally with the Wilson Benesch \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wilson-benesch-graviton-ti-armwand\" title=\"Wilson Benesch Graviton Ti Armwand\"\u003eGraviton Ti\u003c\/a\u003e tonearm and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wilson-benesch-gmt-one-system\"\u003eWilson Benesch GMT ONE System\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wilson-benesch-greenwich-turntable\" title=\"Wilson Benesch Greenwich Turntable\"\u003eWilson Benesch Greenwich Turntable\u003c\/a\u003e, Wilson Benesch's entry-level GMT platform turntable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eThree Finish Options\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tessellate Ti-D is available in Matt Titanium, which retains the raw texture of the SLS manufacturing process; Polished Silver, with a hand-polished mirror finish; and Polished Gold, featuring a vapor-deposited gold coating over the hand-polished surface. All finishes are purely aesthetic with no impact on acoustic performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eTHE LISTENING ROOM DIFFERENCE\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilson Benesch cartridges are engineered as part of an integrated analog system. Getting the tonearm match, phono stage pairing, and loading settings right is critical at this level, and that's exactly why we consult with every cartridge buyer before purchase to make sure the setup is right from the start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're a third-generation family business with a brick-and-mortar showroom in Chestertown, Maryland. Our reputation is built on exceptional service, trust, and a passion for hi-fi. At this level, every detail matters, and we're here to make sure you get it right. Whether you need help with system matching, setup guidance, or just want to talk through your options before pulling the trigger, owner Mike Hoaston is a phone call away. We don't just ship boxes. We help build systems, and our support lasts well beyond the sale. Call or text \u003ca href=\"tel:4102392020\"\u003e410-239-2020\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWilson Benesch Tessellate Ti-D Specifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color:#f3f3f3;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd; text-align:left; width:40%;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd; text-align:left; width:60%;\"\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMoving Coil (MC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBody Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSLS Titanium Alloy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCantilever\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDiamond with U.D. Carbon Fibre Damping Ring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eStylus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMicro Ridge (3x80 μm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePure Iron Square Coil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOutput Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.35mV @ 3.54 cm\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eInternal Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e6 Ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRecommended Loading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e100-330 Ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e20-32,000 Hz ±1dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eChannel Separation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u0026gt;35dB @ 1kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eChannel Balance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u0026lt;0.5dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTracking Ability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e85 μm at 315Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDynamic Compliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e15 μm\/mN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTracking Force\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1.1-1.4g (Optimum: 1.3g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eVTA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e20 degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e17.1g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRecommended Tonearm Mass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBreak-In Period\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e30 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOptimum Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e23°C (73.4°F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n","brand":"Wilson Benesch","offers":[{"title":"Matt Titanium","offer_id":42628636082272,"sku":"WBTESDMT","price":18500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Polished Silver","offer_id":42628636115040,"sku":"WBTESDPS","price":21000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Polished Gold","offer_id":42628636147808,"sku":"WBTESDPG","price":23000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/tid-matt-front.jpg?v=1772555393"},{"product_id":"grado-epoch4-phono-cartridge","title":"Grado Epoch4 Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Grado Epoch4 is the flagship phono cartridge in Grado's Lineage Series, pairing a nude Shibata diamond with a sapphire cantilever for maximum groove contact. Hand-assembled in Brooklyn using Grado's patented flux-bridger moving iron generator and ultra-high purity OCC copper coils, the Epoch4 is housed in Brazilian Ebony. Both stereo and mono configurations are available, with the mono version voiced specifically for proper vertical compliance on dedicated mono pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eKey Features of the Grado Epoch4\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNude Shibata Diamond Stylus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Expanded groove contact area compared to elliptical profiles, improving tracking accuracy and high-frequency detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSapphire Cantilever:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extremely rigid and lightweight, transmitting stylus vibrations with minimal energy loss or coloration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlux-Bridger Moving Iron Generator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grado's patented design achieves the lowest effective moving mass of any cartridge type, combining moving coil speed with moving magnet output simplicity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUltra-High Purity OCC Copper Coils:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long-crystal oxygen-free copper for improved signal transmission and more consistent channel balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrazilian Ebony Wood Housing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Selected for its density and natural damping properties, contributing to stability and resonance control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Output Design (1.0mV):\u003c\/strong\u003e Optimized for use with MC-capable phono stages, delivering wider dynamic range and lower noise floor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStereo and Mono Configurations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purpose-built mono version available for dedicated mono playback with proper vertical compliance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, NY:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every unit assembled, tested, and voiced at Grado's Sunset Park facility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Grado Labs\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado Labs has been building phono cartridges and headphones by hand in Brooklyn, New York since 1953. Joseph Grado, a Metropolitan Opera watchmaker turned audio engineer, founded the company in the back of his family's fruit store on 7th Avenue, hand-winding coils on a watchmaker's lathe and selling cartridges from the same building. Four generations on, the Grado family still operates out of that Sunset Park facility, where every cartridge is assembled by hand before it ships. The patented flux-bridger moving iron generator system at the heart of every Grado has been refined continuously since Joseph's original designs. It delivers the speed and detail retrieval associated with moving coil cartridges while keeping the higher output and simpler loading requirements that made Grado a fixture in working studios for seven decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eFlux-Bridger Moving Iron System\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of every Grado cartridge is the flux-bridger generator, a moving iron design patented by the Grado family. Unlike moving coil cartridges that attach the coils directly to the cantilever, which adds mass, or traditional moving magnet designs that fix a magnet to the cantilever, Grado's system uses a small iron element as the moving component. This achieves the lowest effective moving mass of any generator type, allowing the stylus to track groove modulations with exceptional accuracy. The result is transient speed and low-level detail associated with moving coil cartridges, paired with the higher output voltage and simpler phono stage requirements of a moving magnet. For the Epoch4, Grado uses the most refined version of this generator. Components are hand-selected from a broader pool than the lower-tier Lineage models, tolerances are held tighter at every stage of assembly, and each finished generator is auditioned at the factory before being committed to a finished cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Inline image 1 --\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/grado-epoch4-inline-01.jpg\" alt=\"Grado Epoch4 flagship phono cartridge in Brazilian Ebony housing\" style=\"width:100%;max-width:1000px;height:auto;border-radius:12px;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eShibata Diamond and Sapphire Cantilever\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Epoch4 uses a nude Shibata diamond stylus, a profile originally developed for quadraphonic playback that has become the standard for high-end cartridges due to its extended groove contact area. The Shibata profile sits deeper in the groove than elliptical or conical tips, reading information that simpler profiles miss while distributing tracking force across a larger contact patch. This reduces record wear at the same time as it improves high-frequency extension and inner-groove tracking. The diamond is mounted nude, meaning the gem itself is bonded directly to the cantilever rather than to an intermediate metal shank, which lowers tip mass and tightens the precision of energy transfer. That diamond is then mounted on a sapphire cantilever, chosen for its rigidity at extremely low mass. Sapphire transmits vibrations from the stylus tip to the generator with minimal energy storage, preserving micro-detail and transient attack that softer cantilever materials absorb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Inline image 2 --\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/grado-epoch4-inline-02.jpg\" alt=\"Grado Epoch4 cartridge close-up showing nude Shibata diamond on sapphire cantilever\" style=\"width:100%;max-width:1000px;height:auto;border-radius:12px;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eBrazilian Ebony Housing\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Lineage Series cartridges are housed in Brazilian Ebony, a dense tropical hardwood selected for its natural damping characteristics. The wood body absorbs airborne and mechanical vibrations that would otherwise feed back into the generator, reducing coloration and tightening bass response. Grado has refined the housing geometry for the \/4 generation, with updated profiles designed to improve both stability during playback and ease of installation. The Ebony body also contributes to the cartridge's 12-gram mass, providing enough heft for secure headshell mounting without requiring counterweight extensions on most tonearms. Each housing is finished by hand at the Brooklyn factory, and grain patterns vary from piece to piece, so no two Epoch4 cartridges look exactly alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eUltra-High Purity OCC Copper Coils\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOCC stands for ohno continuous cast, a copper drawing process that produces a single long-crystal structure with far fewer grain boundaries than ordinary copper. Fewer grain boundaries means fewer points along the conductor where the audio signal has to cross from one crystal to the next, which lowers distortion in the low-level signal coming out of a cartridge. Grado specifies OCC copper for the Epoch4's coils for the same reason it appears in reference-grade interconnects: the cartridge output is the smallest signal in the entire chain, and what gets lost or smeared at that stage cannot be recovered downstream. The Epoch4's coils are hand-wound at the Brooklyn factory and matched for channel balance before installation in the generator assembly, with tighter matching tolerances than any other model in the Grado lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eExplore the Full Grado Lineage Series\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Epoch4 is the flagship of Grado's Lineage Series. 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Frequency response stretches from 10Hz to 50kHz, giving it headroom that keeps the top end open and effortless without thinning out the midrange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eKey Features of the Oracle Audio Corinth Reference\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBenz Micro Switzerland Build:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed and manufactured by one of the most respected cartridge makers in the world, exclusively for Oracle Audio.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZebrawood Body:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vented, machined zebrawood housing controls resonance without deadening the signal, giving this cartridge its distinctive tonal character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid Boron Cantilever:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.28mm boron rod transmits stylus motion with minimal energy loss and excellent rigidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNude Line-Contact Diamond:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mirror-polished, fine line-contact profile (3 x 60 μm) reads deeper into the groove wall for superior detail retrieval and lower distortion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSquare Ruby Jewel Coil Plate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-mass coil assembly mounted on a ruby jewel plate for precise alignment and minimal moving mass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended Bandwidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10Hz to 50,000Hz frequency response covers the full audible range and well beyond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Output (0.34 mV):\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires a quality MC phono stage for proper gain. Pairs naturally with Oracle's own PH200 MkIII or PH100 MkIII.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eOracle and Benz Micro: A Purpose-Built Partnership\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOracle Audio doesn't rebrand off-the-shelf cartridges. The Corinth Reference, Corinth, and Thalia are all designed from the ground up by Benz Micro in Switzerland specifically for Oracle's turntable platform. Every element, from the generator assembly to the body material, is selected to complement the Delphi MkVII's suspension and bearing characteristics. The result is a cartridge that works as part of a system rather than a standalone component dropped into an arbitrary setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCorinth Reference Body and Resonance Control\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vented zebrawood body is what separates the Corinth Reference from the rest of Oracle's cartridge lineup. Zebrawood is denser and more rigid than the ebony used in the standard Corinth and Thalia, which shifts the resonant frequency higher and tightens bass definition. The venting pattern machined into the body allows the internal air volume to breathe, preventing pressure buildup that can color the sound. At 16.4 grams, the Corinth Reference is heavier than its siblings, making it a better match for medium to high-mass tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eGenerator Assembly\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe heart of the Corinth Reference is its low-output moving coil generator. The coils are wound on a square ruby jewel plate, a technique Benz Micro uses in their highest-tier designs. Ruby is extremely hard and dimensionally stable, which means the coil geometry stays precise over the life of the cartridge. The solid boron cantilever connects the nude line-contact diamond directly to this assembly, keeping the mechanical path short and rigid. Output is 0.34 mV at 3.54 cm\/s with 38 ohms internal impedance, so it wants a proper MC-capable phono stage with enough gain to work without excessive noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eExplore the Oracle Audio Cartridge Lineup\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Corinth Reference is the flagship of Oracle's three-cartridge lineup. All three are built by Benz Micro Switzerland, but each targets a different system and listener:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/oracle-audio-thalia-phono-cartridge\"\u003eOracle Audio Thalia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - High-output moving coil (2.5 mV) with ebony body. Works with MM phono stages, making it the most versatile entry point into Oracle's cartridge range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/oracle-audio-corinth-phono-cartridge\"\u003eOracle Audio Corinth\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - Low-output moving coil (0.4 mV) with ebony body. Same generator philosophy as the Corinth Reference but at a lower price point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eThe Listening Room Difference\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're a third-generation family business with a brick-and-mortar showroom in Chestertown, Maryland, and a reputation built on exceptional service and relentless passion for hifi. Whether you're visiting in person or ordering online, we bring decades of experience, personalized service, and honest guidance to every interaction. We don't just ship boxes. We help build systems, answer your questions like real humans, and make sure every detail of your setup is right, from the cables to the final connection. 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