Ultimate Exceed Diamond vs Ultimate VX Astro Diamond
The Ultimate VX Astro Diamond matches the Ultimate Exceed Diamond on output (0.2 mV), compliance (15 cu), tracking force (2.0 g), and cartridge type (MC).
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The ZYX Ultimate Exceed Diamond is a moving coil (dynamic) “REAL STEREO” phono cartridge from ZYX’s Ultimate Exceed series. It uses cryogenic treatment, a C-1000 carbon cantilever, and a Micro-Ridge solid diamond stylus for low mass, high rigidity, and fast transient response. The model is described as part of ZYX’s high-end Ultimate series architecture, with advanced generator design and ultra-fine coil wire aimed at wide-band, detailed playback.
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The Ultimate VX Astro Diamond matches the Ultimate Exceed Diamond on output (0.2 mV), compliance (15 cu), tracking force (2.0 g), and cartridge type (MC).
The Ultimate Exceed Astro matches the Ultimate Exceed Diamond on output (0.2 mV), compliance (15 cu), tracking force (2.0 g), and cartridge type (MC).
The Ultimate VX Astro matches the Ultimate Exceed Diamond on output (0.2 mV), compliance (15 cu), tracking force (2.0 g), and cartridge type (MC).
The Atlas's output is 0.6 mV against the Ultimate Exceed Diamond's 0.2 mV, its compliance 12 cu against 15 cu, and its tracking force 1.7 g against 2.0 g. Both share cartridge type (MC).
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