Dynavector Te Kaitora Rua Moving Coil Cartridge
The Dynavector Te Kaitora Rua is a high-end low-output moving coil cartridge featuring a titanium body, boron cantilever, Pathfinder line contact stylus and Alnico magnets for exceptional vinyl playback.
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£2,895.00
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About the Dynavector Te Kaitora Rua
The Dynavector Te Kaitora Rua is a premium low-output moving coil phono cartridge that elevates vinyl playback to exceptional levels. Building upon the original Te Kaitora design, this second iteration incorporates advanced features from Dynavector’s flagship models, resulting in enhanced treble smoothness and openness.
The Te Kaitora Rua is a testament to Dynavector’s commitment to analogue excellence, offering audiophiles a cartridge that delivers unparalleled musicality and precision.
Features
- PCOCC Copper Coil Wire
Upgraded from silver to PCOCC copper wire, providing a smoother and more musical performance. - Titanium Headpiece
Ensures maximum rigidity, contributing to precise sound reproduction. - Boron Cantilever with Pathfinder Line Contact Stylus
Utilises a 6mm solid boron cantilever fitted with a Pathfinder (PF) line contact stylus, as featured in Dynavector’s top-of-the-range DRT XV-1s and DRT XV-1t models, for superior tracking and detail retrieval. - Square-Shaped Armature and Front Yoke Aperture
This innovative design provides improved linearity in magnetic flux distribution, enhancing overall performance. - Alnico Magnets
Employs Alnico magnets for high magnetic flux density, contributing to a rich and dynamic sound.
Specifications
| Attributes | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand |
Dynavector |
| Cartridge Type |
Low output moving coil |
| Cartridge Body |
Titanium |
| Cantilever |
6 mm length / 0.3 mm diameter solid boron |
| Stylus |
Pathfinder (PF) line contact |
| Output Voltage |
0.26 mV @ 1 kHz, 5 cm / sec |
| Channel Separation |
30 dB @ 1 kHz |
| Channel Balance |
1.0 dB @ 1 kHz |
| Frequency Response |
20 Hz – 20 kHz ± 1 dB |
| Compliance |
10 mm / N |
| Tracking Force |
1.8 – 2.2 g |
| Impedance |
6 Ω |
| Recommended Loading |
>30 Ω |
| Weight |
9.8 g |