NEW
xtraX MC Cartridge
$6,499.00USD
Unveil a new era in moving coil cartridge innovation with XtraX. From its micro-elliptical nude diamond stylus to a single-piece aluminum chassis, every detail converges for an extraordinary auditory journey. XtraX transcends previous limits, achieving unmatched musical connection, presence, and harmonic definition that brings your music to life in unprecedented ways.
A Pinnacle in Moving Coil Cartridge Mastery
XtraX stands as a groundbreaking evolution in moving coil cartridge design, surpassing expectations in every dimension. From its micro-elliptical nude diamond stylus and telescopic cantilever to the meticulously crafted single-piece aluminum chassis and four-point generator fixing, XtraX redefines sonic excellence.
It attains unprecedented levels of musical connection, presence, and breathtaking harmonic definition, breathing new life into your music. Prepare for an auditory revelation, as XtraX sets a new standard, seamlessly blending innovation and precision to deliver an immersive and unparalleled musical experience, elevating your appreciation for sound to extraordinary heights.
features
- The body is precision CNC machined from solid aluminum alloy and hard anodized.
- Threaded body to accept the supplied stainless steel thumb screws for correct coupling of
the cartridge body to the tonearm headshell. - Three specifically designed contact points CNC machined into the top of the body that provide the exact mechanical coupling required.
- Alignment ridge on the front top that assists mounting XtraX to any Vertere tonearm.
- The low-mass generator utilizes a Samarium-Cobalt magnet with a low-mass cross coil made of pure virgin copper wires.
- The low-mass generator is mounted into the high-mass body using a Quad-Point Contact with Four Stainless’ Spike’ Screws for optimum support and control of unwanted mechanical vibrations.
- The telescopic aluminum tube cantilever utilizing two different aluminum materials – maximizes stiffness without a massive high Q peak.
- Nude Micro Elliptical single crystal diamond stylus tip for maximum tracking ability without compromising the high-frequency response or increasing surface noise.
- Square shank diamond assembly maximizes alignment precision, consistency and rigidity.
- Wideband frequency response of below 10Hz to 45kHz.
- Output of 0.45mV will provide a lifelike dynamic range with depth and precision.
Manuals & Support
technical specifications
Generator Type
Moving Coil
Output
0.45mV (@ 5cm/sec.)
Recommended input load
850Ω – 1k5Ω
Recommended Tracking Weight
2.0 g (1.90g – 2.10g)
Frequency response
10 Hz -45 kHz
Channel separation
Minimum 28 dB
Coil resistance
40 kΩ
Dynamic compliance
12 x 10-⁶ cm/dyne (@100Hz)
Magnet type
Samarium Cobalt
Mounting to stylus
7.8mm
Head-shell to stylus
18.5mm
Stylus
Nude | Micro Eliptical (7.5×15.5 μm)
Cantilever
Aluminum – Telescopic
Headshell mounting
Special Vertere Tri-Point M2.5 Threaded Fixing Holes
Generator fixing
Special Quad-Point Contact Four stainless ‘spike’ screws
Net weight
11.5g
