980LZS vs 681 EEE MKIII
The 681 EEE MKIII's output is 0.7 mV against the 980LZS's 0.6 mV. Both share channel separation (35 dB), cartridge type (MM), and stylus type (Line_contact).
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This cartridge is designed for use with turntables and record players, offering a unique combination of low impedance and low output, which requires a higher gain phono stage for optimal performance.
Phono cartridge specifications
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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 681 EEE MKIII's output is 0.7 mV against the 980LZS's 0.6 mV. Both share channel separation (35 dB), cartridge type (MM), and stylus type (Line_contact).
The V15VxMR's output is 3.0 mV against the 980LZS's 0.6 mV, its channel separation 30 dB against 35 dB, and its stylus type Microridge against Line_contact. Both share cartridge type (MM).
The Moonstone's output is 3.0 mV against the 980LZS's 0.6 mV, its channel separation 30 dB against 35 dB, and its stylus type Elliptical against Line_contact. Both share cartridge type (MM).
The Virtuoso Talisman DTI's output is 1.8 mV against the 980LZS's 0.6 mV and its cartridge type HOMC against MM. Both share channel separation (35 dB) and stylus type (Line_contact).
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