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The Shelter 501 MkII is praised for its ability to deliver a rich, emotional listening experience. It features an elliptical stylus, which makes alignment easier. The cartridge is noted for its deep bass and smooth treble, though it may lack some refinement compared to other high-end models. It is available in both stereo and mono versions, with the mono version being particularly suited for mono recordings due to its lower noise floor and improved imaging.
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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 Carmen mkII's output is 2.1 mV against the Shelter 501 MkII's 0.4 mV, its tracking force 1.4 g against 1.6 g, and its channel separation 26 dB against 25 dB. Both share cartridge type (MM).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The EL's output is 0.5 mV against the Shelter 501 MkII's 0.4 mV and its tracking force 2.0 g against 1.6 g. Both share channel separation (25 dB) and stylus type (Elliptical).
The Blue Point No. 3 Low's output is 0.5 mV against the Shelter 501 MkII's 0.4 mV, its tracking force 2.0 g against 1.6 g, and its channel separation 30 dB against 25 dB. Both share stylus type (Elliptical).
The Otello's output is 2.1 mV against the Shelter 501 MkII's 0.4 mV, its tracking force 1.5 g against 1.6 g, and its channel separation 24 dB against 25 dB. Both share stylus type (Elliptical).
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