Shelter Harmony Moving Coil vs Ikeda 9TT
The 9TT's output is 0.2 mV against the Shelter Harmony Moving Coil's 0.5 mV. Both share tracking force (1.8 g), cartridge type (HOMC), and stylus type (Line_contact).
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The Shelter Harmony Moving Coil Cartridge features a monocoque carbon-fiber reinforced plastic body for reduced resonance, a shortened aluminum cantilever for improved strength and tracking, and a 1.6 x 0.3mil line-contact stylus for precise groove engagement. With 0.5mV output and 15-ohm impedance, it delivers nuanced dynamics and low noise floor performance. Designed for audiophiles seeking reference-grade vinyl playback.
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The 9TT's output is 0.2 mV against the Shelter Harmony Moving Coil's 0.5 mV. Both share tracking force (1.8 g), cartridge type (HOMC), and stylus type (Line_contact).
The LP-S's output is 0.3 mV against the Shelter Harmony Moving Coil's 0.5 mV and its cartridge type MC against HOMC. Both share tracking force (1.8 g) and stylus type (Line_contact).
The Kleos's tracking force is 1.7 g against the Shelter Harmony Moving Coil's 1.8 g and its cartridge type MC against HOMC. Both share output (0.5 mV) and stylus type (Line_contact).
The Umami Red's output is 0.4 mV against the Shelter Harmony Moving Coil's 0.5 mV, its tracking force 2.0 g against 1.8 g, and its weight 0.0105 kg (0 lbs) against 0.0085 kg (0 lbs). Both share cartridge type (HOMC).
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