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The Zephyr MKIII has achieved what no other cartridge has done since its inception . . . rapid recognition as a leading force.
The Soundsmith Zephyr MKIII phono cartridge employs “Trickle Down“ Technology from a unique Energy Distribution System within the cartridge body as used in the Soundsmith’s well-received high-end Sussurro Cartridge. The Zephyr MKIII features a newly developed Aluminum cantilever with contact line diamond stylus — capable of truly remarkable separation, sound stage and imaging. The new ES DEMS body design unique energy distribution system contributes to the Zephyr MKIII‘s ability to produce high-end performance from a moderately priced cartridge.
ZEPHYR MKIII Technical Specifications
- Stylus: Selected Contact Line low mass Nude Stylus
- Radius of curvature: 6 x 17 μm
- Cantilever: Aluminum Alloy
- Recommended Tracking force: 1.8 to 2.2 Grams
- Effective tip mass: 0.32 mg
- Compliance: 10μm/mN (low compliance)
- Frequency response: 15-45,000 Hz ± 2.0 dB
- Channel Separation (stereo only): 1000 Hz >28 dB
- 50-15,000 >25 dB
- Channel difference: <1.0 dB (Stereo)
- <0.5 dB (Dual Mono operation w/optimal VTF setting)
- Output voltage: 2.4 mV
- Cartridge weight: 12.2 Grams
- Loading: ≥ 47 kΩ
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