DL-A110 vs Ortofon MC A90
The MC A90's compliance is 16 cu against the DL-A110's 14 cu and its tracking force 2.3 g against 1.8 g. Both share output (0.3 mV) and cartridge type (MC).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$599
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About the DL-A110
The Denon DL-A110 celebrates Denon's 110-year audio legacy with a limited production run of 1100 units, handcrafted in Shirakawa, Japan. It reproduces the legendary DL-103 MC cartridge, originally developed in 1962 for broadcast studios, with enhancements like an exclusive silver-graphite headshell (6g), SME bayonet mount with gold-plated connectors, and a carrying case with certificate of authenticity. Includes 5-year warranty (stylus excluded) and measurement protocol. Designed for medium to high mass tonearms, it excels in stereo and mono LP playback with wide bandwidth, detailed highs, and excellent channel separation. Compatible with MC phono stages offering at least 60dB gain and 100 ohm load.
Specifications
Cartridge
Phono cartridge specifications
- Cartridge Type
- MC
- Output Voltage
- 0.3 mV
- Tracking Force
- 1.8 g
- Compliance
- 14 cu
- Channel Separation
- 25 dB
- Impedance
- 40Ω
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Weight
- 0.0185 kg (0 lbs)
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