MC10 Special vs MC-One Special
The MC-One Special matches the MC10 Special on output (0.7 mV), compliance (28 cu), tracking force (1.4 g), and channel separation (35 dB).
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MC10 Special
van den HulAnalogCartridges
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$990 - $1,545
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the MC10 Special
The Van den Hul MC-10 Special is a high-end, handbuilt moving coil (MC) phono cartridge featuring a proprietary VDH-Type 1 stylus tip, boron cantilever, and matched crystal silver-wire coils. The 'Special' designation reflects upgrades including a thicker frontpole and extra small magnet, enhancing resolution and output voltage to 0.65 mV/channel. It offers refined sound with excellent high-frequency purity, detail, and natural acoustic space, ideal for acoustic music. Production takes about two weeks after ordering. Recommended for tonearms with 8-12g effective mass and 200 Ohm load impedance.
Specifications
Cartridge
Phono cartridge specifications
- Cartridge Type
- HOMC
- Output Voltage
- 0.7 mV
- Tracking Force
- 1.4 g
- Stylus Type
- line_contact
- Stylus Size
- 85 µm
- Compliance
- 28 cu
- Channel Separation
- 35 dB
- Impedance
- 9Ω
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Weight
- 0.0082 kg (0 lbs)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions