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Soundsmith Zephyr ES MIMC Star Phono Cartridge

Soundsmith Zephyr ES MIMC Star Phono Cartridge
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£1,999.00
(£1,665.83 Exc. VAT)
  

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  • Fixed Coil Phono Cartridge
  • Contact Line Stylus
  • High Output
  • Available As Dual Coil Mono
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Soundsmith Zephyr MIMC Star ES Series Low Output Fixed Coil Cartridge

Soundsmith’s new Zephyr MIMC Star Cartridge: Luxury You Can Afford.

Zephyr MIMC Star is Soundsmith’s entry point into its high end, low output lineup. The new Zephyr MK III has achieved what no other cartridge has done since its inception; rapid recognition as a leading force in phono cartridge design and performance.  It also follows our tradition for our complete line of cartridges - full restoration and stylus rebuilding when the time comes at 20% of its price ~ $299 for rebuild. And we can do it many times over for you. 

Imagine that - A new Zephyr MKIII cartridge for $299, every time it's needed. 

The Soundsmith Zephyr MkIII enjoys a great history, starting with the well loved  VPI Zephyr  original, which evolved into the well known Zephyr MKII. In our effort to bring you even higher definition without increase in cost, we introduce the NEW Zephyr MKIII. It features a newly developed aluminum alloy - the same one we are now using in the Paua MKII, just released. This new metal alloy has unique dualistic properties, providing stiffness in the ranges required as well as damping exactly where its needed - and by the proper amount - in the most critical parts of the sonic spectrum. The result  is a cartridge that will slam your Rock and Roll while providing a new level of linearity and clarity for the most complex classical and jazz passages. 

Attached to our new cantilever material is a tiny new super low mass "High Profile" Contact Line diamond we have developed for the new Zephyr MKIII. This stylus traces more of the groove walls than a standard contact line, but avoids some of the alignment pitfalls that can occur with a high profile contact line design, allowing more azimuth alignment forgiveness than is normally possible with such designs. 

These improvements are paired with technology borrowed from our higher end line;  "Trickle Down" technology from a unique Dynamic Energy Management System  (DEMS) developed by Soundsmith that moves the damped energy and propagates it properly within the cartridge body. This is a similar system we employ in the Soundsmith's well received and reviewed high end Sussurro Cartridge.

The new Zephyr MKIII is capable of truly remarkable separation and sound stage imaging at a level not previously achievable in a modestly priced design. The composite body and unique DEMS design work in tandem to contribute to the Zephyr MkIII's ability to produce high-end performance from a moderately priced cartridge. Be prepared to sit back and realize......you may have never really  heard your record collection before.

Shipping typically 1-3 days
  • Cartridge Type: Fixed Coil
  • Stylus Type: Contact Line
  • Output: High
  • Available As Dual Coil Mono
  • Type: Fixed Coil / Moving Iron
  • Mount: Standard ½”
  • Stylus: Ultra Low Mass Nude High Profile Contact Line
  • Radius of Curvature: 6 x 17 µm
  • Cantilever: New Soundsmith Aluminun Aluminum Alloy
  • Recommended Tracking Force: 1.8 - 2.2 g
  • Effective Tip Mass: 0.28 mg
  • Compliance: 10 µm/mN
  • Frequence Response: 15 - 45,000 Hz ± 2.0 dB
  • Channel Separation @ 1000 Hz: > 28 dB. N/A (Mono version)
  • Channel Separation @ 50 - 15,000 Hz: > 25 dB. N/A (Mono version)
  • Channel Difference: < 1.0 dB. < 0.5 dB (Dual Mono w/optimal VTF setting)
  • Output Voltage @ 5cm/sec: > 2.40 mV (HIGH)
  • DC Resistance (DCR): 680Ω
  • Coil Inductance per channel: 190 mH
  • Suggested Preamp Gain: 38 - 44 dB
  • Cartridge Weight: 12.2 g (ES series)
  • Recommended Load Resistance: ≥ 47kΩ
  • Recommended Load Capacitance: n/a

UK Delivery

  • FREE delivery via DPD Local By 12pm on orders to value over £300, including one hour delivery window service 'Predict & Follow My Parcel'.
  • Royal Mail Special Delivery By 1pm costs between £5.00 - £10.00 on orders to value under £300, dependent on weight.
  • Saturday or Sunday delivery available upon request for supplemental charge.

EU Delivery

  • £25 delivery charge 'Flat Fee' via DHL Europe by Road service (5-7 days) which provides comprehensive tracking of shipments online.
  • £50 delivery charge 'Flat Fee' via DHL Europe by Air service  (2-3 days) which provides comprehensive tracking of shipments online.
    Receiver is responsible for the payment of local Duties and Taxes.

USA & Canada Delivery

  • Services based on your order being shipped to the U.S. and Canada are calculated as follows:
    £100 delivery charge 'Flat Fee' via DHL international 'Day Definite' service per parcel.
    Receiver is responsible for the payment of local Duties and Taxes.

Exceptions

  • Not all products are available for order into Europe, USA & Canada

WARRANTY

  • Full manufacturer's warranty on all new purchases. Standard warranty is typically 12 months to 2 years with some goods coming with 6 years manufacturer's warranty.
  • Goods purchased in UK and EU are covered by the Consumer Contracts Regulations.

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