Aurum Alpha

About the Aurum Alpha

The Clearaudio Aurum Alpha is a moving magnet (MM) cartridge known for its excellent sound quality and build. It features a frequency response from 20 Hz to 20 kHz and an output voltage of approximately 3.6 mV at 1 kHz and 5 cm/s. The cartridge offers channel separation greater than 20 dB and channel balance under 1 dB, ensuring clear stereo imaging. It has a recommended tracking force of about 2.0 to 2.5 grams, optimally 2.2 grams, and a tracking ability exceeding 80 µm. The coil impedance is 0.66 kOhm with a load resistance of 47 kOhm and load capacitance of 100 pF. The cantilever is made of aluminium, contributing to its precise tracking and sound clarity. The cartridge is available in two body materials: aluminium (weighing 10 grams) and wood (weighing 6 grams), allowing compatibility with various tonearms and aesthetic preferences. It comes with a 2-year warranty. The Aurum Alpha is regarded as a well-balanced cartridge delivering rich, warm, and detailed sound with a wide soundstage and good depth, suitable for audiophiles seeking high fidelity from a moving magnet design. It is priced around 270 euros and was available new as of the late 2010s but may be discontinued or replaced by newer models like the Aurum Alpha MKII.