{"product_id":"soundsmith-zephyr-mimc-es-moving-iron-cartridge","title":"Soundsmith Zephyr MIMC ☆ ES Moving Iron Cartridge","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSoundsmith Zephyr MIMC \u003cspan\u003e☆ ES\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e“\u003c\/span\u003eAt the under $2000 price point, the new low output Soundsmith Zephyr MIMIC Star is an overachiever that gives you a glimpse of the best in terms of non-mechanical, artifact-free performance...\u003cspan\u003e”\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"source\"\u003e— MICHAEL FREMER, ANALOGPLANET.COM\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1564\/1247\/files\/stereophile_recommended_2018_logo_e11530fc-bffb-491f-bd9d-e8da0c37b9be_compact.jpg?v=1535498081\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNew ES Series DEMS Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in  the USA.\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRebuild Price? ~  $350.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOnly 20% of MSRP, as always ! \u003c\/strong\u003e- The Zephyr MIMC Star features a \u003cstrong\u003e2 year warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e to the original owner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZephyr MIMC is Soundsmith's entry-level to the high-performance world of Soundsmith's MC-pre-compatible, low-output cartridges. It brought a very nice portion of the performance available in their higher-end MC-compatible cartridges (Paua, Sussurro, Hyperion) to the more affordable sub-$2k category.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecently, Peter Ledermann decided to see if he could stretch the limits of the MIMC's performance even higher without stretching past the $2k price point... little did anyone know how far he would be able to take it! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe updated Zephyr MIMC ☆ smashes through sonic barriers with its new laser-drilled Sapphire cantilever and select nude Contact-Line diamond stylus! This is probably the most important Soundsmith model to have in your arsenal. It brings an astounding portion of the performance available only in our top-level low output cartridges, and it does it for just $1,999 retail (USD)!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is DEMS?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Sometimes you \u003cu\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e judge a book by its cover.” – Peter Ledermann.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2018’s RMAF show was the official launch of Soundsmith’s new ES series of cartridges, where the attendees experienced the latest exploration into overlooked areas of cartridge design and solutions from Soundsmith.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ES line features not only a dramatic new look, but is a significant evolution of the DEMS system design \u003cstrong\u003e(Dynamic Energy Management System)\u003c\/strong\u003e. The new Soundsmith ES cartridge designs are a significant advancement in cartridge performance due to their ability to direct internal vibrational forces without reflection and disperse them properly to the tone arm. The absence of reflections enables the stylus to stay in far greater statistical contact with the groove walls — a critically important technical refinement. Increased liquidity and reduced “grain,” without loss of detail are some of the immediately discernible advantages of Soundsmith’s new ES models.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe new line also features Azimuth adjustment built-in to each cartridge, as well as the option for electrical isolation for hum-prone systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery cartridge in Soundsmith’s lineup will now feature our sleek new ES body design. The upgrade is far more than cosmetic; the new shape is a departure from the reflective and “boxy” design of many cartridges whose internal construction contribute to uncontrolled vibrational issues adversely effecting performance. Peter says, “Think of how singing in an open field compares with singing in a shower.” Soundsmith has always challenged conventions, looking deeper into nuances of cartridge design that dramatically affect immediate and long term performance. These have included extreme reductions of moving mass and the use of novel materials and designs. The new ES lineup is a continuation of that research and development.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"specifications_table\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003ctable\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"td-left\"\u003eType:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFixed Coil \/ Moving Iron\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"td-left\"\u003eMount:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eStandard ½”\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"td-left\"\u003eStylus:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSelected Contact Line low mass Nude Stylus\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"td-left\"\u003eRadius of Curvature:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e6 x 17 µm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"td-left\"\u003eCantilever:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLaser Drilled Sapphire\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"td-left\"\u003eRecommended Tracking Force:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1.8 - 2.2 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"td-left\"\u003eEffective Tip Mass:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e0.32 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"td-left\"\u003eCompliance:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e10 µm\/mN\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"td-left\"\u003eFrequence Response:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e15 - 45,000 Hz ± 2.0 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"td-left\"\u003eChannel Separation\u003cbr\u003e@ 1000 Hz:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt; 25 dB \u003cbr\u003eN\/A (Mono version)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"td-left\"\u003eChannel Separation\u003cbr\u003e@ 50 - 15,000 Hz:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt; 28 dB \u003cbr\u003eN\/A (Mono version)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"td-left\"\u003eChannel Difference:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e \u0026lt; 1.0 dB\u003cbr\u003e\u0026lt; 0.5 dB (Dual Mono w\/optimal VTF setting) \u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"td-left\"\u003eOutput Voltage\u003cbr\u003e@ 5cm\/sec:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt; 0.40 mV (LOW)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"td-left\"\u003eDC Resistance (DCR):\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e10Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"td-left\"\u003eCoil Inductance per channel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2.75 mH\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"td-left\"\u003eSuggested Preamp Gain:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e58 - 64 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"td-left\"\u003eCartridge Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e12.2 g (ES series)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"td-left\"\u003eRecommended Load Resistance:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e≥ 470Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"td-left\"\u003eRecommended Load Capacitance:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003en\/a\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Soundsmith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21124936532028,"sku":"SS ZEPHYR MIMC ES","price":1999.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1564\/1247\/products\/SoundSmith_Zephyr_Final2.jpg?v=1741631921","url":"https:\/\/upscaleaudio.pro\/products\/soundsmith-zephyr-mimc-es-moving-iron-cartridge","provider":"Upscale Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}