Ultimate Exceed Astro vs Ultimate VX Astro Diamond
The Ultimate VX Astro Diamond matches the Ultimate Exceed Astro on output (0.2 mV), compliance (15 cu), tracking force (2.0 g), and channel separation (30 dB).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$12,495
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About the Ultimate Exceed Astro
The ZYX Ultimate Exceed Astro is a high-end moving-coil phono cartridge from ZYX’s Ultimate Exceed series. It uses the REAL STEREO generator system, a new generator design, symmetry damping, a composite carbon terminal board, and ZYX’s C-1000 carbon cantilever made from composite carbon fiber. The cartridge is described as using a Gold-Silver alloy coil wire option in the Ultimate Exceed family, and it is marketed as a reference-grade cartridge focused on channel symmetry, low distortion, and highly detailed analog reproduction.
Specifications
Cartridge
Phono cartridge specifications
- Cartridge Type
- MC
- Output Voltage
- 0.2 mV
- Tracking Force
- 2.0 g
- Stylus Type
- microridge
- Stylus Size
- 0.1 µm
- Compliance
- 15 cu
- Channel Separation
- 30 dB
- Impedance
- 4Ω
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 16.8 × 16.5 × 25 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 0.0079 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