Zephyr mkII vs Hana EH
The EH's output is 2.0 mV against the Zephyr mkII's 2.4 mV and its channel separation 25 dB against 28 dB. Both share compliance (10 cu) and tracking force (2.0 g).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$700
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About the Zephyr mkII
The Soundsmith Zephyr MkII phono cartridge employs 'Trickle Down' Technology from the Energy Distribution System used in the high-end Sussurro cartridge. It features a selected low mass contact line diamond stylus mounted on an aluminum cantilever, providing remarkable separation, soundstage, and imaging. The composite body and unique energy distribution system enable high-end performance at a moderate price. It is a high output moving iron design compatible with standard moving magnet preamps, requiring no transformers or ultra-high gain preamps. The cartridge is suitable for tonearms with effective mass between 8g and 30g. It offers virtually hum-free operation due to six-sided HyMu80 magnetic shielding and delivers clarity and beauty that encourages listening to vinyl collections anew.
Specifications
Cartridge
Phono cartridge specifications
- Cartridge Type
- MI
- Output Voltage
- 2.4 mV
- Tracking Force
- 2.0 g
- Stylus Type
- line_contact
- Stylus Size
- 6 µm
- Compliance
- 10 cu
- Channel Separation
- 28 dB
- Impedance
- 47000Ω
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions