Condor vs Frog Gold MC
The Frog Gold MC's output is 0.7 mV against the Condor's 0.3 mV. Both share compliance (35 cu), tracking force (1.5 g), and channel separation (35 dB).
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Condor
van den HulAnalogCartridgesDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$4,494.98original retail
Original retail — discontinued, no used price recorded yet
About the Condor
The Condor represents a pinnacle of phono cartridge design by A.J. van den Hul, combining the robustness of The Frog with the advanced cross-shaped modulator and nude design philosophy of The Colibri to eliminate resonances and body-induced colorations. It features no front pole piece, a very strong magnet, and an advanced three-rubber suspension system, delivering high resolution, powerful bass, smooth treble, excellent tracking, and spatial reproduction akin to live music. Available in multiple custom versions (XC-LO, XC-HO, XG-LO, XG-HO) with copper or gold coils, low or high output, and body types (P: carbon-nylon plastic, M: metal), it matches various tonearms (effective mass 12-20g). Noted for dynamic punch, detailed midrange, and compatibility with less pristine recordings in gold versions. Officially discontinued, but repairs available on request; retipping costs around $500.
Specifications
Cartridge
Phono cartridge specifications
- Output Voltage
- 0.3 mV
- Tracking Force
- 1.5 g
- Stylus Type
- line_contact
- Compliance
- 35 cu
- Channel Separation
- 35 dB
- Impedance
- 36Ω
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Weight
- 0.00875 kg (0 lbs)
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