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The Rothwell MCX Moving Coil Step-Up Transformer is designed for audiophiles seeking optimal performance from higher output moving coil cartridges. Utilizing premium Lundahl cobalt-based amorphous strip cores, the MCX offers a 1:10 step-up ratio, providing 20dB of gain. Its wide bandwidth (8Hz–75kHz) and low distortion ensure detailed, dynamic sound reproduction. The MCX is particularly suited to cartridges with outputs between 0.35mV and 0.9mV and internal impedance below 20 ohms. Advanced winding techniques and careful loading networks minimize hum and maximize transient clarity, making it an ideal choice for revealing the full potential of high-end MC cartridges.
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The MC Step Up's mc gain is 24 dB against the Rothwell MCX Moving Coil Step-Up Transformer's 20 dB and its output impedance 200Ω against 100Ω. Both share output (0.3 mV) and cartridge type (MC).
The MC1 Moving Coil Transformer (SUT)'s mc gain is 22 dB against the Rothwell MCX Moving Coil Step-Up Transformer's 20 dB, its output impedance 70Ω against 100Ω, its weight 1.9 kg (4 lbs) against 0.58 kg (1 lbs), and its height 76 mm against 92 mm.
The Elevator EXP's output impedance is 300Ω against the Rothwell MCX Moving Coil Step-Up Transformer's 100Ω, its height 50 mm against 92 mm, its depth 180 mm against 155 mm, and its width 107 mm against 60 mm.
The 411 Type II's mc gain is 32 dB against the Rothwell MCX Moving Coil Step-Up Transformer's 20 dB, its output impedance 47Ω against 100Ω, its weight 1 kg (2 lbs) against 0.58 kg (1 lbs), and its height 66 mm against 92 mm.
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