{"title":"Dynavector","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"dynavector-karat-17d3","title":"Dynavector 17DX Karat Moving Coil Cartridge","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDynavector 17DX Karat Moving Coil Cartridge\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"clearfix\"\u003eDrawing on Dynavector's\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e'dispersion theory' that produced the original world first KARAT series Dynavector are indeed proud to announce the entirely new 17DX KARAT Diamond phono cartridge. As in the past KARAT series, the frequency response of the new KARAT 17DX at 20 to 20,000 Hz is ruler flat providing an extremely accurate groove tracking ability. However, several new features will ensure that the new 17DX will shortly gain the same legendary status and soon surpass its predecessors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures and Improvements\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rationale for the new KARAT 17DX was to significantly improve upon the now legendary original KARAT series. After exhaustive listening and technical research, the decision was made to incorporate a body machined from solid brass, Samarium-cobalt magnets for lower magnetic resistance, unmatched coil winding techniques, the incredible 1.7mm long cantilever with Micro Ridge stylus all combining in a brand-new KARAT 17DX that will delight the listener, providing clear and articulate reproduction of analog recordings without a hint of harshness in the high frequency range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spectable\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"speclabel\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specdetail\"\u003eLow output moving coil cartridge with flux damper and softened magnetism\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"speclabel\"\u003eOutput Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specdetail\"\u003e0.3mV (at 1KHz, 5cm\/sec.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"speclabel\"\u003eChannel Separation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specdetail\"\u003e25 dB (at 1KHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"speclabel\"\u003eChannel balance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specdetail\"\u003e1.0 dB (at 1KHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"speclabel\"\u003eFrequency response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specdetail\"\u003e20 - 20,000Hz (± 1dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"speclabel\"\u003eCompliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specdetail\"\u003e15 mm\/N\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"speclabel\"\u003eTracking force\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specdetail\"\u003e1.8 - 2.0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"speclabel\"\u003eImpedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specdetail\"\u003e32 Ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"speclabel\"\u003eRecommended load impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specdetail\"\u003e\u0026gt; 100 Ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"speclabel\"\u003eCantilever\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specdetail\"\u003e1.7mm length solid diamond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"speclabel\"\u003eStylus tip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specdetail\"\u003eMicro-Ridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"speclabel\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specdetail\"\u003e11.0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Dynavector","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":21829915717,"sku":"DV 17DX","price":2450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1564\/1247\/products\/ADYNA17DX.jpg?v=1741632705"},{"product_id":"dynavector-te-kaitora","title":"Dynavector Te Kaitora Rua Moving Coil Cartridge","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDynavector Te Kaitora Rua Moving Coil Cartridge\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e“\u003c\/span\u003eI developed a very healthy respect for this delightfully smooth and transparent cartridge, but it took a day or three to fall in love with it. There’s very little to criticise about the sound per se, save some lack of vividness and power. It’s very delicate, with a wide dynamic range, but it is also rather laid back in presentation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a real smoothie. The price is high, but it’s well worth checking out if you’re looking for laid-back transparency, and value the low level of needle-talk.\u003cspan\u003e”\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"source\"\u003e— HI-FI CHOICE, REVIEWING THE ORIGINAL TE KAITORA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA titanium-head low-output design with PCOCC copper coils, a solid boron cantilever, and Dynavector’s Pathfinder line-contact stylus\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original Te Kaitora moving coil cartridge was developed through a collaboration between Dynavector Japan and Dynavector New Zealand. Its name means “The Discoverer” in Māori, while Rua identifies this improved model as the second version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Te Kaitora Rua incorporates technology developed for Dynavector cartridges including the XV-1s and XX-2. It retains the original model’s open, silk-like treble while introducing a revised coil, headpiece, armature, and magnetic circuit intended to deliver smoother and more linear performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePCOCC Copper Coils\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the Rua, Dynavector replaced the original Te Kaitora’s silver coil wire with PCOCC copper. The change is intended to produce smoother, more musical performance while preserving the responsiveness of the lightweight moving assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRigid Titanium Headpiece\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe titanium headpiece provides a rigid mounting platform for the cartridge’s generator. A miniature stainless steel bolt couples the front and rear yokes to the magnetic circuit assembly, strengthening the connection between the cartridge’s mechanical and magnetic structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eM2.5 threaded mounting holes are incorporated into the headpiece, allowing the cartridge to be installed using the supplied screws without separate mounting nuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSolid Boron Cantilever and Pathfinder Stylus\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Te Kaitora Rua uses a 6 mm-long, 0.3 mm-diameter solid boron cantilever fitted with Dynavector’s Pathfinder line-contact stylus. This stylus profile, also used on the XV-1s and XX-2, has contact radii of 7 × 30 microns for precise tracing of fine groove modulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAdvanced Magnetic Circuit\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA square armature operates within a matching square aperture in the front yoke, producing a more linear distribution of magnetic flux. 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The XV-1 achieved a standard of performance that was clearly in a league of its own. Dynavector have always remained indifferent to the endless digital formats that proport to be the next breakthrough in music reproduction, safe in the knowledge that the vast heritage of music recorded on vinyl can easily equal, if not clearly out perform these new formats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDynavector are seriously committed to ensure the vinyl enthusiast is well catered for and the XV-1s is further proof of this on going commitment; yet another ground breaking product, uniquely Dynavector and flagship of the brilliant Dynavector cartridge range. At a glance, the XV-1 was always different from all cartridges that have gone before. Its magnetic circuit comprises 8 small ALNICO magnets. The magnetic path is divided into two - In the magnetic gap, a specially designed magnetic flux equalizing piece is placed. On the front yokes, magnetic stabilizing coils are wound. By this special combination, the magnetic field becomes widely homogeneous and more linear than the conventional magnetic design that is common in existing MC cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDynavector continue to research and have pushed the boundary further with the NEW XV-1s. Although the specifications remain the same a significant up upgrade in both magnetic and body parts achieve a startling improvement in imaging, along with a smooth as silk extension over the entire frequency range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe magnet circuit comprises 8 small ALNICO magnets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn the front yokes, magnetic stabilizing coils are wound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA revolutionary square shaped front aperture with a matching square shaped armature.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrincipal Improvements\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe XV-1s is the latest evolution of Dynavector design and features the advanced multi magnet design that stabilizes the magnetic flux density between the front yoke and the equalizer component, around the air gap.\u003c\/li\u003e\nThe XV-1s also features a revolutionary square shaped front aperture with a matching square shaped armature this enables the moving coil wound armature to move in an equalized and stable magnetic flux. Although slightly smaller in dimension the front yoke aperture is also square shape to match the armature along with a square shaped counterbore to the equalizer component part \n\u003cli\u003eThe material used to stabilize the magnets is African ebony wood. It contributes to the best balance to the sound character.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6mm length 0.3 mm dia. solid boron is used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30 micron PCOCC wiring coil is used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 Ohms impedance is suitable with most phone stages or step -up transformers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus guard in now available.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\nType Low output moving coil cartridge with Multi alnico magnets and Flux damper\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.3mV (at 1KHz, 5cm\/sec.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChannel separation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 dB (at 1KHz)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChannel balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.0 dB (at 1KHz)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 - 20,000Hz (± 1dB)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 x 10-6 cm\/dyn\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTracking force:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.8 - 2.2 grams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImpedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e R=6 Ohms, L=18 micro Henry\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended load resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt; 30 Ohms\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStylus:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.14 x 0.08 mm Line contact PF\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.6 grams\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Dynavector","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":367939289104,"sku":"DV XV-1S","price":5850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1564\/1247\/files\/Dynavector_XV-1s_Moving_Coil_Cartridge.jpg?v=1741632185"},{"product_id":"dynavector-xv-1t","title":"Dynavector XV-1t Moving Coil Cartridge","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDynavector XV-1t Moving Coil Cartridge\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1999 Dynavector released the revolutionary DRT XV-1 stereo cartridge that pioneered the unique topology that included 8 Alnico magnets, magnetically stable front yokes, square shaped front armature within the rather spectacular deep \"v\" shaped front elevation. Combined with Dynavector's patented \"Flux Damping\" this cartridge quickly became the worldwide benchmark for music lovers and the audio press alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subsequent flagship design for Dynavector the XV-ls released in 2002 refined and improved the technology. Retaining the patented Flux Dumping but included the magnetically stable front yoke with the unique square shaped aperture and improved magnetic equalizing component, all encompassed in an African Ebony body to provide further stability for the magnetic components. First inspection of the new DV XV-lt reveals that although it is unmistakenly Dynavector, the body is beautiful Urushi lacquered over a precision machined component of heat treated bamboo that has been assiduously selected for both design, elegance and acoustic performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDynavector's patented Flux Damping process has been retained in concert with new ground breaking innovations that will quickly establish the XV-lt as not only the Dynavector flagship but set the contemporary standards in analog music reproduction. Technology abounds within the XV-lt but the Dynavector \"rai-son d'etre\" is making the technology invisible and allowing the music to emerge like never before. A silky smoothness is added to the musical reality which the XV cartridges have previously exhibited and as a result each instrument, performer or group is clearly imaged with a warm and rich presence. Dynavector believe that this emotive musical experience cannot be achieved by a digital source and with the XV-lt they have created a \"Super Analog World\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrincipal Improvements\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unique square shaped armature manufactured from a carefully selected material that is both corrosion resistant and impervious to age deterioration. 16 micron coil windings that only Dynavector can manufacture are wound around square shaped armature to match the square shaped hole in front yoke. 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This colorful, well-balanced, chunky-sounding cartridge played music extremely well, with a bonus of very fine stereo imaging. In other words, it's a great all-arounder...The Dynavector 10x5 should give you most of what you need at a bargain price. Wildly, highly recommended.\u003cspan\u003e”\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"source\"\u003e— ART DUDLEY, STEREOPHILE\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst released in 1978 and recipient of the prestigious (at the time) Design and Engineering Award at the Chicago CES in both 1978 and 1981. 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Its approach to development is deeply rooted in academic engineering theory. Since the 1990s, Dynavector has pioneered the development of cutting-edge vibration systems, including ultra-fine wire high-output coils and gemstone cantilevers. Central to its focus has been the refinement of magnetic circuits. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XX-2A is equipped with a 6mm length solid boron cantilever, coupled with a PathFinder (PF) line contact stylus, creating a lightweight and rigid vibration system for enhanced playback accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an output voltage of 0.28mV, the XX-2A conforms to the general level for MC cartridges, making it compatible with various amplifiers and transformers including the SUP-200. The recommended load impedance of more than 30 Ohms ensures suitability for different load settings, including 47 kOhm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAlnico Magnet and Flux Damping\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncorporating alnico magnets with low magnetic resistance into the magnetic circuit, the XX-2A ensures minimal fluctuation in magnetic force during record playback. Compared to mainstream high-energy rare-earth magnets, such as samarium cobalt and neodymium boron, alnico magnets contribute to a high signal-to-noise ratio (S\/N) and excellent transient response. Additionally, patented flux damping technology stabilizes magnetic flux within the air gap, ensuring consistent performance akin to higher-tier models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHigh Rigidity Magnetic Circuit\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted with stainless bolts securing the front and rear yokes along with the magnets, the XX-2A boasts a high-rigidity magnetic circuit. 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