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DL-103C1

Name: Denon DL-103C1
Brand: Denon

Denon

DL Series Series

AnalogCartridgesDiscontinued

Estimated price (community-sourced)

$230

About the DL-103C1

The Denon DL 103 C1, introduced around 1991, is an enhanced variant of the classic DL-103 moving coil cartridge. It features LC-OFC (Linear Crystal Oxygen-Free Copper) coils and a ceramic embedded epoxy body, which increases its weight to approximately 9.7 grams. The cartridge has a low output voltage of 0.25 mV and an output impedance of about 14 ohms, similar to the DL-103R model. It uses a spherical stylus with a radius of 16.5 microns and has a compliance of 5 µm/mN at 100 Hz. The recommended tracking force is 2.5 ± 0.3 grams. The DL 103 C1 is noted for its high specification and rarity, offering improved internal wiring and a premium build for audiophiles seeking detailed and balanced sound reproduction from vinyl records.

Specifications

Key Specifications

Impedance: 14Ω

Frequency: 20-45000 Hz

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