UNIverse X

About the UNIverse X

The ZYX Universe X is a premium moving coil phono cartridge designed for audiophiles seeking exceptional analog playback performance. It delivers room-shaking bass with authority and remarkable detail, providing a deep and wide sonic image with layers of depth. The cartridge features a micro-ridge diamond stylus and is highly regarded for its natural midrange resolution and tactile, human-sounding voices. It is capable of reproducing music with great clarity and dynamic range, making it suitable for a wide range of musical genres. The Universe X is known for its ability to energize the air and create a realistic soundstage, placing the listener in the same sound space as the performance. It has a tracking force range of 1.7 to 2.5 grams and an output of 0.24 mV, with a compliance of 15×10-6 cm/dyne. The cartridge weighs 8.2 grams and uses 5N silver coil wire with a C-1000 carbon composite cantilever. It is considered one of the best cartridges in the ZYX lineup, praised for its balance, detail, and musicality.