Phono Cartridges
The cartridge, the heart of your turntable, is a crucial component that transforms the micro-grooves of your records into a musical signal. As an essential link in your hi-fi system, it largely determines the sound quality. Read more
Phono Cartridges: Complete guide
At the heart of the turntable, the phono cartridge is equipped with a stylus that reads the minute variations engraved in the grooves. Its vibrations are converted into an electrical signal, which is then amplified by the hi-fi system. There are two main types: moving magnet (MM) and moving coil (MC) cartridges. MM cartridges, more common, are robust and fit most turntables. MC cartridges, often favored by audiophiles, offer great precision but require a dedicated phono preamp.
Several parameters come into play when choosing your cartridge. Compliance must match the tonearm’s mass. A high-quality, well-profiled stylus ensures a wide frequency range and low distortion. The shape and size of the stylus affect the contact surface in the groove, and thus the reading accuracy. A rigid cantilever ensures faithful transmission of vibrations.
A true concentration of technology, a high-end cartridge will reveal all the details of your vinyl records, with extended dynamics and great realism. Its choice also depends on your turntable: output impedance, load capacity, tonearm settings. Our experts are here to guide you to the phono cartridge that will enhance your system, always with an optimal quality/price ratio. Rediscover your favorite records in a new light, thanks to these little precision gems!