Acoustic Signature MCX3Moving Coil Cartridge




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The Acoustic Signature MCX3 is a top-tier moving-coil cartridge, designed with precision for audiophiles seeking outstanding performance. Featuring a 'nude' fine line stylus, it ensures excellent tracking and minimal distortion for an accurate and immersive listening experience. The MCX3 is equipped with high-purity 4N copper coils, housed in a CNC-milled, resonance-optimized aluminum chassis, developed according to the finite element design principle. Its advanced design makes it the perfect match for medium to high mass tonearms, delivering a clear, detailed sound reproduction across the frequency range.
Key Features
- Nude Fine Line Stylus: Provides exceptional tracking precision and minimizes distortion, capturing high-frequency details accurately.
- 4N Copper Coils: Ensures high-purity sound with minimal interference, enhancing overall audio performance.
- Resonance-Optimized Aluminum Chassis: Milled for superior rigidity, reducing unwanted vibrations and improving clarity.
- Easy Mounting: Simple installation for a seamless setup with medium to high mass tonearms.
- Wide Frequency Response: Covers a broad frequency range from 20 Hz to 25,000 Hz, ensuring a rich and dynamic sound.
Detailed Description
Nude Fine Line Stylus
The MCX3's 'nude' fine line stylus is designed for maximum contact with the record groove, allowing for precise tracking and reduced wear. This stylus profile excels in retrieving intricate musical details, particularly in the high frequencies, ensuring a clean and natural sound reproduction.
High-Purity 4N Copper Coils
Equipped with 4N copper coils, the MCX3 delivers a high-fidelity listening experience with a clear and transparent sound. The copper's purity ensures that audio signals are transferred with minimal distortion, offering a more accurate reflection of the original recording.
Resonance-Optimized Aluminum Chassis
The chassis of the MCX3 is CNC-milled from high-quality aluminum and designed with a focus on resonance optimization. This construction reduces vibrations that could interfere with the audio signal, leading to a clearer and more detailed soundstage.
Easy Mounting
The MCX3 cartridge is designed for easy installation, compatible with medium to high mass tonearms. The straightforward mounting process ensures that even those new to cartridge setups can achieve optimal performance with minimal effort.
Broad Frequency Range
The MCX3 offers a wide frequency range from 20 Hz to 25,000 Hz, providing excellent dynamic range and clarity across all genres of music. Its ±1.5 dB frequency response ensures that every note, from deep bass to sparkling highs, is accurately reproduced.
Technical Specifications
Cartridge system | Moving-coil (MC) |
Stylus type | Nude fine line |
Coil material | 4N copper |
Cartridge chassis | Resonance-optimized aluminum chassis |
Voltage output (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec.) | 0.35 mV |
Channel balance at 1 kHz | < 1.2 dB |
Channel separation at 1 kHz | > 24 dB |
Compliance, dynamic | 15 m/mN |
Tracking force range | 2.1 to 2.5 g |
Recommended tracking force | 2.3 g (23 mN) |
Frequency range at -3 dB | 20-25,000 Hz |
Frequency response 20-20,000 Hz | ± 1.5 dB |
DC resistance | 5 Ω |
Recommended load | 100 Ω |
Cartridge weight | 12.6 g |
User Manual
- Free shipping on orders over € 100,- (NL)
- Returns possible within 14 days
- Pickup available (Vries, Drenthe)