Aurum Beta S vs Aurum Alpha
The Aurum Alpha's weight is 0.01 kg (0 lbs) against the Aurum Beta S's 0.006 kg (0 lbs). Both share output (3.6 mV), tracking force (2.2 g), and cartridge type (MM).
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Aurum Beta S
ClearaudioAnalogCartridgesDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$150
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About the Aurum Beta S
The Clearaudio Aurum Beta S is a moving-magnet phono cartridge with an aluminium cantilever and interchangeable wood and stainless-steel body variants. It has an output of approximately 3.6 mV at 1 kHz, a frequency response of 24 Hz–20 kHz, channel separation greater than 30 dB, and channel balance below 0.6 dB. Recommended tracking force is 2.0–2.5 g, with 2.2 g optimal. The wood version weighs approximately 6 g, while the stainless-steel version weighs approximately 10 g. It is known for detailed, transparent, and smooth sound reproduction.
Specifications
Cartridge
Phono cartridge specifications
- Cartridge Type
- MM
- Output Voltage
- 3.6 mV
- Tracking Force
- 2.2 g
- Impedance
- 660Ω
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Weight
- 0.006 kg (0 lbs)
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