Urushi Bordeaux vs Triangle Art Apollo
The Apollo's channel separation is 30 dB against the Urushi Bordeaux's 33 dB and its cartridge type MC against HOMC. Both share output (0.3 mV) and tracking force (2.0 g).
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The Etsuro Urushi Bordeaux is a premium moving coil phono cartridge designed to deliver accurate and detailed sound reproduction. It features an 80μm microline diamond stylus, which is capable of tracing ultra-precise grooves on vinyl records. The cantilever is made from sapphire, providing excellent sound transmission and durability. The cartridge's base uses a 2.5mm thick sapphire plate, ensuring efficient vibration transmission. The housing is crafted from extra super duralumin (A7075) and is hand-finished with traditional Japanese urushi lacquer, adding both rigidity and aesthetic appeal. The terminal pins are gold-plated for optimal connectivity. The cartridge weighs 9.0 grams and has a frequency response of 15-50,000Hz, with an output voltage of 0.25mV at 1kHz.
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The Apollo's channel separation is 30 dB against the Urushi Bordeaux's 33 dB and its cartridge type MC against HOMC. Both share output (0.3 mV) and tracking force (2.0 g).
The Umami Black's channel separation is 30 dB against the Urushi Bordeaux's 33 dB. Both share output (0.3 mV), tracking force (2.0 g), and stylus type (Microline).
The 9TT's output is 0.2 mV against the Urushi Bordeaux's 0.3 mV, its tracking force 1.8 g against 2.0 g, and its channel separation 27 dB against 33 dB. Both share cartridge type (HOMC).
The Fuuga's tracking force is 2.1 g against the Urushi Bordeaux's 2.0 g and its channel separation 27 dB against 33 dB. Both share output (0.3 mV) and cartridge type (HOMC).
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