Bloodwood vs Miyajima Laboratory Carbon
The Carbon matches the Bloodwood on compliance (9 cu), output (0.2 mV), tracking force (2.3 g), and cartridge type (MC).
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Bloodwood
VPI IndustriesAnalogCartridgesStylus Replacements
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$2,100
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About the Bloodwood
The VPI Bloodwood MC Cartridge is a limited anniversary edition moving coil cartridge based on the Miyajima Takumi design, featuring VPI's proprietary voicing and housed in an exotic bloodwood body. It delivers warm, lush midrange with extended highs and defined bass, making it suitable for a wide range of music genres from soft jazz to dynamic recordings. The cartridge features the proprietary Cross Ring design from the original Miyajima Takumi and is known for its emotive, warm performance characteristics.
Specifications
Cartridge
Phono cartridge specifications
- Cartridge Type
- MC
- Output Voltage
- 0.2 mV
- Tracking Force
- 2.3 g
- Stylus Type
- elliptical
- Compliance
- 9 cu
- Impedance
- 16Ω
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Weight
- 0.0089 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