Olympos SL vs Kleos
The Kleos's output is 0.5 mV against the Olympos SL's 0.3 mV and its tracking force 1.7 g against 1.6 g. Both share compliance (12 cu) and cartridge type (MC).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$3,250
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About the Olympos SL
The Lyra Olympos SL is a special, custom version of the Olympos phono cartridge, designed with a lower output for expert users. It features a diamond-coated boron rod cantilever and a natural diamond, Ogura-manufactured, Lyra original line-contact stylus with a 3 x 70 micrometer profile. The cartridge is praised for its ability to reveal tonal colors and microdynamic details without smearing the music's time base, providing a neutral yet richly textured sound that faithfully reproduces the music's tonal character. It is described as having snap-you-back-in-your-seat dynamics and authoritative decay, with a sound that is like a new pair of glasses, allowing the listener to discern more detail effortlessly. The Olympos SL requires a high-quality analog front end to fully appreciate its capabilities and is considered one of the finest phono cartridges available. It weighs 13.5 grams and has a recommended tracking force of 1.6 to 1.75 grams.
Specifications
Cartridge
Phono cartridge specifications
- Cartridge Type
- MC
- Output Voltage
- 0.3 mV
- Tracking Force
- 1.6 g
- Stylus Type
- line_contact
- Compliance
- 12 cu
- Impedance
- 5.5Ω
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Weight
- 0.0135 kg (0 lbs)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions