{"title":"Oracle Audio Phono Cartridges","description":"\u003cp\u003eOracle Audio phono cartridges are designed exclusively by Benz Micro Switzerland and built to complement Oracle turntables from the ground up. Each model uses a solid boron rod cantilever and nude line-contact diamond stylus, with hand-wound generator assemblies tuned for low resonance and high transparency. The vented wood bodies (zebrawood on the Corinth Reference, ebony on the Corinth and Thalia) are machined to damp vibration at the source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/oracle-audio-corinth-reference-phono-cartridge\"\u003eCorinth Reference\u003c\/a\u003e is the flagship, a low-output MC with 0.34 mV output and 38-ohm impedance for the most resolving phono stages. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/oracle-audio-corinth-phono-cartridge\"\u003eCorinth\u003c\/a\u003e shares the same cantilever and stylus in a low-output configuration with 12-ohm impedance. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/oracle-audio-thalia-phono-cartridge\"\u003eThalia\u003c\/a\u003e delivers 2.5 mV high output, making it compatible with moving magnet phono inputs without a step-up transformer.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"oracle-audio-corinth-reference-phono-cartridge","title":"Oracle Audio Corinth Reference Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Oracle Audio Corinth Reference is a low-output moving coil cartridge built by Benz Micro Switzerland exclusively for Oracle. Its zebrawood body, square ruby coil plate, and nude line-contact diamond on a solid boron cantilever extract detail that most cartridges in this range leave in the groove. 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. 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\u003eOracle Audio Corinth Reference Specifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f3f3f3;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 12px; width: 34%;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 12px; width: 66%;\"\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eLow-output moving coil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eVented machined zebrawood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCantilever\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eSolid boron rod, 0.28mm diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStylus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eNude line-contact diamond, mirror polished (3 x 60 μm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eSquare ruby jewel plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e0.34 mV at 3.54 cm\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Impedance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e38 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e10 - 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It uses the same solid boron cantilever and nude line-contact diamond stylus as the flagship Corinth Reference, housed in a vented ebony body that delivers a warmer tonal balance while maintaining the precision Oracle demands from their cartridge line. At 0.4 mV output, it needs a proper MC phono stage but rewards the investment with detail and tracking ability that justify its place in serious analog systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eKey Features of the Oracle Audio Corinth\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBenz Micro Switzerland Build:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed and manufactured by Benz Micro, one of the most respected cartridge makers in the world, exclusively for Oracle Audio.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVented Ebony Body:\u003c\/strong\u003e Machined ebony wood housing with precision venting controls resonance naturally and adds warmth to the overall presentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid Boron Cantilever:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.28mm boron rod, the same material used in the Corinth Reference, for rigid, low-loss signal transmission.\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 deep into the groove for maximum detail retrieval.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePure Iron Cross Coil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iron cross coil design delivers clean, consistent output with excellent channel separation (better than 36 dB).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Output (0.4 mV):\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires MC-capable phono amplification. Works beautifully with Oracle's \u003ca href=\"\/products\/oracle-audio-ph200-phono-preamplifier\"\u003ePH200 MkIII\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/oracle-audio-ph100-mkii-phono-preamplifier\"\u003ePH100 MkIII\u003c\/a\u003e.\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, Corinth Reference, and Thalia are all designed from the ground up by Benz Micro in Switzerland specifically for Oracle's turntable platform. Every element is selected to complement the Delphi MkVII's suspension and bearing characteristics, creating a cartridge that works as part of an integrated system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eEbony Body and Resonance Character\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEbony is one of the most popular body materials in high-end cartridge design for good reason. It's dense enough to resist unwanted vibration but has natural damping properties that prevent the \"analytical\" character some metal-bodied cartridges exhibit. The venting pattern machined into the Corinth's body allows internal air pressure to equalize during playback, which reduces coloration. At 9.6 grams, the Corinth is significantly lighter than the zebrawood-bodied Corinth Reference (16.4 grams), making it compatible with a wider range of tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eGenerator Assembly\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Corinth uses a pure iron cross coil generator, a simpler but highly effective design that delivers 0.4 mV output at 12 ohms internal impedance. The low impedance makes it easy to load correctly across a wide range of phono stages (100 to 47,000 ohms recommended). The solid boron cantilever and nude line-contact diamond are shared with the Corinth Reference, so the stylus-to-groove interface is identical. The difference in sound between the two models comes primarily from the body material and coil architecture, not the contact point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eExplore the Oracle Audio Cartridge Lineup\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Corinth sits in the middle of Oracle's three-cartridge lineup. All three are built by Benz Micro Switzerland:\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, the most accessible entry into Oracle's cartridge range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/oracle-audio-corinth-reference-phono-cartridge\"\u003eOracle Audio Corinth Reference\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - Low-output moving coil with zebrawood body and square ruby coil plate. The flagship, for systems that can resolve its full potential.\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\u003eOracle Audio Corinth Specifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f3f3f3;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 12px; width: 34%;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 12px; width: 66%;\"\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eLow-output moving coil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eVented machined ebony wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCantilever\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eSolid boron rod, 0.28mm diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStylus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eNude line-contact diamond, mirror polished (3 x 60 μm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003ePure iron cross\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e0.4 mV at 3.54 cm\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Impedance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e12 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e20 - 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47,000 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Tracking Force\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e1.7 - 2.0 grams\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimum Tracking Force\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e1.7 - 1.8 grams\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Tonearm Mass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eMedium to high\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVTA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e20 degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e9.6 grams\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreak-in Period\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e40 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimum Working Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e23°C (73°F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e2 years manufacturing defects\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Oracle Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42711679500384,"sku":"ORACLECOR","price":3100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/oracle-corinth-web-hero.jpg?v=1776191778"},{"product_id":"oracle-audio-thalia-phono-cartridge","title":"Oracle Audio Thalia Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Oracle Audio Thalia is a high-output moving coil cartridge built by Benz Micro Switzerland exclusively for Oracle. With 2.5 mV output, it works with any MM phono stage, removing the need for a dedicated MC input or step-up transformer. The same solid boron cantilever and nude line-contact diamond used across Oracle's entire cartridge lineup sits inside a vented ebony body, delivering the detail of a moving coil with the plug-and-play convenience of a moving magnet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eKey Features of the Oracle Audio Thalia\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBenz Micro Switzerland Build:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed and manufactured by Benz Micro, one of the most respected cartridge makers in the world, exclusively for Oracle Audio.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Output (2.5 mV):\u003c\/strong\u003e Works with standard MM phono inputs. No MC stage, step-up transformer, or additional gain required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVented Ebony Body:\u003c\/strong\u003e Machined ebony wood housing with precision venting controls resonance naturally and adds warmth to the tonal character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid Boron Cantilever:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.28mm boron rod, identical to the one used in the Corinth Reference, for rigid, low-loss signal transmission from groove to coil.\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 deep into the groove for detail retrieval well beyond what typical MM cartridges achieve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePure Iron Cross Coil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iron cross generator design with excellent channel separation (better than 35 dB) and 95 ohm impedance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide Loading Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,000 to 47,000 ohms recommended loading means it works properly with virtually any phono stage on the market.\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 Thalia, Corinth, and Corinth Reference are all designed from the ground up by Benz Micro in Switzerland specifically for Oracle's turntable platform. The Thalia exists because Oracle recognized that many excellent phono stages (including their own PH100 MkIII) have MM inputs that deserve a cartridge built to moving coil standards. Rather than forcing customers into an MC-only ecosystem, the Thalia gives Oracle turntable owners a Benz Micro-quality option that works with the equipment they already have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eHigh Output MC: The Best of Both Worlds\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost moving magnet cartridges generate their signal by moving a magnet attached to the cantilever past fixed coils. The trade-off is mass: magnets are heavier than coils, which limits how quickly the generator can respond to groove modulations. The Thalia flips this by using a lightweight moving coil generator wound to produce enough voltage (2.5 mV) to drive a standard 47K ohm MM input. The result is moving coil speed and tracking precision at moving magnet gain levels. The recommended tracking force of 1.7 to 2.0 grams sits right in the sweet spot for most medium to high-mass tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eExplore the Oracle Audio Cartridge Lineup\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Thalia is the most versatile entry point into Oracle's cartridge range. All three models are built by Benz Micro Switzerland:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\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. 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