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Carmen II
SoundsmithAnalogCartridges
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$850
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About the Carmen II
The Soundsmith Carmen Mk II ES is a fixed-coil / moving-iron phono cartridge designed for high performance at an accessible price. It uses Soundsmith’s ES Series DEMS body design, a nude elliptical stylus, and an aluminum-alloy cantilever to deliver a smooth, highly resolving presentation with strong midrange character. It is made in the USA, includes a 2-year warranty for the original owner, and is offered with a standard stereo version and an optional dual-coil mono version.
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