Cadenza Black vs ZYX UNIverse X
The UNIverse X's output is 0.2 mV against the Cadenza Black's 0.3 mV, its compliance 15 cu against 16 cu, and its tracking force 2.5 g against 2.3 g. Both share cartridge type (MC).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$1,700 - $3,200
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About the Cadenza Black
The Ortofon Cadenza Black is a premium moving coil phono cartridge renowned for its detailed sound reproduction, dynamics, and purity. It features a Nude Shibata stylus mounted on a boron cantilever, which provides an extremely low effective mass due to the stiffness and lightness of boron. The cartridge uses gold-plated 6NX copper wire to minimize distortion and incorporates a Wide Range Damping system (WRD) for precise control over high and low frequency damping.
Specifications
Cartridge
Phono cartridge specifications
- Cartridge Type
- MC
- Output Voltage
- 0.3 mV
- Tracking Force
- 2.3 g
- Stylus Type
- shibata
- Compliance
- 16 cu
- Impedance
- 5Ω
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Weight
- 0.0107 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