881S mkII (Stereohedron) vs 681 EEE MKIII
The 681 EEE MKIII's output is 0.7 mV against the 881S mkII (Stereohedron)'s 1.0 mV and its tracking force 1.1 g against 1.0 g. Both share channel separation (35 dB) and cartridge type (MM).
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The Stanton 881S mkII is part of Stanton's professional calibration standard cartridges, designed for maximum record protection and superior sound quality. It is suitable for various applications, including recording, broadcasting, and home entertainment. The cartridge is equipped with a nude Stereohedron stylus, which provides a greater contact area with the record groove, reducing wear and enhancing sound quality.
Phono cartridge specifications
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Components that show up alongside the 881S mkII (Stereohedron) in real systems. A verdict means the pair has been checked for compatibility and headroom — open it to see how the two get along.
The closest alternatives on specs, description and the systems they turn up in, with the specs they share set side by side.
The 681 EEE MKIII's output is 0.7 mV against the 881S mkII (Stereohedron)'s 1.0 mV and its tracking force 1.1 g against 1.0 g. Both share channel separation (35 dB) and cartridge type (MM).
The 2M Mono SE's output is 3.5 mV against the 881S mkII (Stereohedron)'s 1.0 mV, its tracking force 1.5 g against 1.0 g, and its stylus type Shibata against Line_contact. Both share cartridge type (MM).
The V15 Type IV's output is 4.0 mV against the 881S mkII (Stereohedron)'s 1.0 mV and its channel separation 25 dB against 35 dB. Both share tracking force (1.0 g) and cartridge type (MM).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The Boheme's output is 2.1 mV against the 881S mkII (Stereohedron)'s 1.0 mV and its cartridge type HOMC against MM. Both share tracking force (1.0 g) and stylus type (Line_contact).
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