Of all stages of audio amplification, phono preamplifiers pose the biggest challenges to a designer. With moving coil cartridges, deep bass signals of a mere 50 nV require no less than 90 dB ...

As far as transduction is concerned, there are three principal types of cartridge: moving magnet, moving coil, and ceramic. Let's look at all three. Moving magnet (MM) and moving coil (MC ...

The premium Japanese brand has been making vinyl cartridges for 60 years and its ... the AT-ART1000X’s direct-power system positions the dual moving coil directly above the tip of the stylus.

Phono stages can be compatible with moving magnet or moving coil cartridges – or even both. Check which type your turntable has before choosing a new phono stage. You can check out our buying advice ...