UNIverse S vs Ultimate Exceed OMEGA
The Ultimate Exceed OMEGA matches the UNIverse S on output (0.2 mV), tracking force (2.0 g), cartridge type (MC), and stylus type (Microridge).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$3,995
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About the UNIverse S
The ZYX UNIverse S is part of the ZYX UNIverse series of moving coil phono cartridges from ZYX Audio, a Japanese manufacturer renowned for their advanced cartridge technology. It features a moving coil "REAL STEREO" generator system with cryogenic treatment of components to enhance sonic performance. The cartridge is designed to deliver a highly detailed and natural midrange, making it especially suitable for acoustic and vocal music. It offers a frequency response that covers the full audible range with excellent channel separation and balance. The stylus is a micro-ridge solid diamond with a boron cantilever, ensuring precise tracking and minimal distortion. The UNIverse S is praised for its deep and wide soundstage, natural harmonic reproduction, and a smooth, lifelike presentation of voices and instruments. It is a premium cartridge that requires careful setup and a quality phono stage to fully realize its potential.
Specifications
Cartridge
Phono cartridge specifications
- Cartridge Type
- MC
- Output Voltage
- 0.2 mV
- Tracking Force
- 2.0 g
- Stylus Type
- microridge
- Channel Separation
- 30 dB
- Impedance
- 4Ω
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 16.8 × 16.5 × 19 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 0.0067 kg (0 lbs)
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