UltraGold MC Phono vs UltraGold MC
The UltraGold MC matches the UltraGold MC Phono on output (0.4 mV), compliance (40 cu), tracking force (2.0 g), and stylus type (Shibata).
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The MoFi Electronics UltraGold MC Phono Cartridge is a dual moving-coil stereo cartridge crafted in Japan and voiced by Spiral Groove founder Allen Perkins. It is designed for wide frequency response, strong transient response, rich detail, and clean tracking, with an aluminum body featuring threaded inserts for easy two-screw mounting. MoFi lists it as part of its phono cartridge lineup and currently prices it at $1,495.
Phono cartridge specifications
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The closest alternatives on specs, description and the systems they turn up in, with the specs they share set side by side.
The UltraGold MC matches the UltraGold MC Phono on output (0.4 mV), compliance (40 cu), tracking force (2.0 g), and stylus type (Shibata).
The PC-7's output is 0.6 mV against the UltraGold MC Phono's 0.4 mV, its tracking force 2.1 g against 2.0 g, and its stylus type Microridge against Shibata. Both share cartridge type (HOMC).
The Reference SHO's output is 2.5 mV against the UltraGold MC Phono's 0.4 mV and its compliance 12 cu against 40 cu. Both share tracking force (2.0 g) and cartridge type (HOMC).
The ML's compliance is 10 cu against the UltraGold MC Phono's 40 cu. Both share output (0.4 mV), tracking force (2.0 g), and cartridge type (HOMC).
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