Tiger Eye Platinum vs Urushi Sky Blue
The Urushi Sky Blue's output is 0.4 mV against the Tiger Eye Platinum's 0.3 mV. Both share compliance (5 cu), tracking force (1.9 g), and cartridge type (MC).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$6,000
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About the Tiger Eye Platinum
The Koetsu Tiger Eye Platinum is a pinnacle of cartridge design, crafted from a block of high-quality tigereye stone that is carefully selected for natural grain and polished to a fine finish. This moving coil cartridge uses silverplated copper wiring, rare platinum magnets, and a boron cantilever to deliver a sublime analog listening experience characterized by harmonious, cohesive sound with exceptional detail, focus, and imaging. It produces a low output of 0.3 mV and is known for its smooth, warm, and richly textured sound signature. The cartridge weighs 12.5 grams and has a compliance of 5 x 10^-6 cm/dyne at 100 Hz, making it a superior tracker. Recommended tracking force is 1.8-2.0 grams, with a recommended load impedance between 75 and 500 ohms. The Tiger Eye Platinum is handmade in small numbers, embodying both technical excellence and aesthetic beauty, making it a highly sought-after cartridge for audiophiles seeking reference-level analog playback.
Specifications
Cartridge
Phono cartridge specifications
- Cartridge Type
- MC
- Output Voltage
- 0.3 mV
- Tracking Force
- 1.9 g
- Compliance
- 5 cu
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Weight
- 0.0125 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