V15VxMR vs Goldring 1022GX
The 1022GX's output is 6.5 mV against the V15VxMR's 3.0 mV, its tracking force 1.7 g against 1.3 g, and its channel separation 25 dB against 30 dB. Both share cartridge type (MM).
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The Shure V15VxMR is a discontinued but highly regarded phono cartridge. It was praised for its ability to extract detailed sound from vinyl records with minimal tracking force, making it gentle on records. The cartridge includes features like a dynamic stabilizer, de-staticizer, and side guard stylus protection. It is compatible with 1/2 inch tonearm mounts and requires a load impedance of 47k ohms.
Phono cartridge specifications
Size, weight, and appearance
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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 1022GX's output is 6.5 mV against the V15VxMR's 3.0 mV, its tracking force 1.7 g against 1.3 g, and its channel separation 25 dB against 30 dB. Both share cartridge type (MM).
The VM760SLC's output is 4.0 mV against the V15VxMR's 3.0 mV and its tracking force 2.0 g against 1.3 g. Both share channel separation (30 dB) and cartridge type (MM).
The 2M Bronze Verso's output is 5.0 mV against the V15VxMR's 3.0 mV, its tracking force 1.5 g against 1.3 g, and its stylus type Fine_line against Microridge. Both share cartridge type (MM).
The MP-50II's tracking force is 1.5 g against the V15VxMR's 1.3 g and its channel separation 27 dB against 30 dB. Both share output (3.0 mV) and cartridge type (MM).
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