Consolidated Audio vs Dynavector DRT XV-1s
The DRT XV-1s's output is 0.3 mV against the Consolidated Audio's 0.5 mV. Both share cartridge type (MC).
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Consolidated Audio offers a range of products, most notably their 'Monster Can' MC Step-Up Transformers. These transformers are designed to provide wideband passive voltage amplification for phono systems, utilizing high-quality core materials such as Hi-Nickel (MuMetal) and Nano Crystalline. The transformers are available with copper or 99.99% silver windings and come in various turns ratios to suit different cartridge outputs.
Phono cartridge specifications
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The DRT XV-1s's output is 0.3 mV against the Consolidated Audio's 0.5 mV. Both share cartridge type (MC).
The Copper Step-Up Transformer's mc gain is 20 dB against the Consolidated Audio's 26 dB. Both share cartridge type (MC).
The Windfeld Ti's output is 0.2 mV against the Consolidated Audio's 0.5 mV. Both share cartridge type (MC).
The Kleos matches the Consolidated Audio on output (0.5 mV) and cartridge type (MC).
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