Shelter 301 II vs Model 901 III
The Model 901 III's output is 0.5 mV against the Shelter 301 II's 0.4 mV, its cartridge type HOMC against MM, and its stylus type Line_contact against Conical. Both share tracking force (2.0 g).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$460.52 - $1,896.25
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About the Shelter 301 II
The Shelter 301 II MC phono cartridge features an aluminum cantilever and a moderate size 0.65mil conical stylus tip, making it ideal for traditional analog reproductions and legacy albums. It belongs to Shelter's Legendary Line, which faithfully continues the matured analog playback technology of the 1980s. Hand-made in Japan by skilled craftsmen, each cartridge is inspected and quality assured by the founder Yasuo Ozawa. The design emphasizes smooth and gentle sound with high information detail and quietness. The cartridge uses stable materials such as an aluminum alloy body housing and a simple, legitimate motor structure. It offers a plush midrange, pliant bass, and pleasant top-end, enhancing turntable performance with a classic analog sound character.
Specifications
Cartridge
Phono cartridge specifications
- Cartridge Type
- MM
- Output Voltage
- 0.4 mV
- Tracking Force
- 2.0 g
- Stylus Type
- conical
- Stylus Size
- 0.65 µm
- Impedance
- 11Ω
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Weight
- 0.0081 kg (0 lbs)
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