Crimson vs Colibri XGP
The Colibri XGP's output is 0.4 mV against the Crimson's 0.7 mV and its channel separation 35 dB against 36 dB. Both share compliance (35 cu) and tracking force (1.5 g).
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Crimson
van den HulAnalogCartridges
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$5,595
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About the Crimson
The Van den Hul Crimson is a high-end moving coil phono cartridge hand-built by A.J. van den Hul, designed as an affordable yet superior alternative to models like The Colibri. It offers a relatively high output, extended channel separation, superb tracking ability, and comes with a free 200-hour service check-up for the original owner. Available in natural light wood, dark wood, red wood, or special Stradivarius lacquer-treated wooden bodies (XGW), or polycarbonate (XGP). Specific characteristics include gold coils, Samarium-Cobalt magnet, VDH 1S stylus shape, and compatibility with tonearms of 10-16g effective mass. Variants like Crimson Stradivarius or Elite may have adjusted output (0.85-0.9mV) and tracking force (1.35-1.5g).
Specifications
Cartridge
Phono cartridge specifications
- Output Voltage
- 0.7 mV
- Tracking Force
- 1.5 g
- Compliance
- 35 cu
- Channel Separation
- 36 dB
- Impedance
- 25Ω
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions