F-9 with F-14 Stylus vs Level II Ruby
The Level II Ruby's output is 3.0 mV against the F-9 with F-14 Stylus's 3.5 mV, its compliance 22 cu against 25 cu, and its tracking force 1.5 g against 1.2 g. Both share cartridge type (MM).
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The Grace F-9 series are Japanese-made, high-output moving magnet (MM) cartridges with a flat frequency response across the entire audio range, extending beyond 60 kHz, making them suitable for all CD-4 records. The F-9 features an extremely small rare earth cobalt magnet and a very light but strong cantilever made from a special low mass alloy for excellent transient response. It uses a one-point support stylus assembly to guarantee ideal reproduction according to the laws of motion, resulting in excellent channel balance and low cross-talk through a unique matrical-flux magnetic circuit. The F-9E elliptical stylus reproduces stereo and CD-4 with complete compatibility and excellence. The F-14 stylus is compatible with the F-9 cartridge and shares similar features to the Level II stylus, providing an upgrade path for F-9 users. The cartridge is highly regarded for its detailed, natural sound, excellent imaging, and holographic 3D effect, often compared favorably to many high-end moving coil cartridges. It has universal acceptance by broadcasters and record manufacturers and is considered one of the finest cartridges in the world in terms of sound quality.
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The Level II Ruby's output is 3.0 mV against the F-9 with F-14 Stylus's 3.5 mV, its compliance 22 cu against 25 cu, and its tracking force 1.5 g against 1.2 g. Both share cartridge type (MM).
The 2M Blue's output is 5.5 mV against the F-9 with F-14 Stylus's 3.5 mV, its compliance 20 cu against 25 cu, its tracking force 1.8 g against 1.2 g, and its output impedance 1300Ω against 1700Ω.
The 4000 D/1's output is 3.0 mV against the F-9 with F-14 Stylus's 3.5 mV and its tracking force 1.1 g against 1.2 g. Both share cartridge type (MM) and stylus type (Elliptical).
The Green3's output is 5.0 mV against the F-9 with F-14 Stylus's 3.5 mV, its compliance 20 cu against 25 cu, and its tracking force 1.5 g against 1.2 g. Both share cartridge type (MM).
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