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ADC XLM

Omni-pivot induced magnet stereo cartridge with elliptical stylus.

Description

Since the magnet itself in a moving magnet cartridge contributes significantly to its mass, ADC created and patented an induced magnet cartridge that reduces the mass in the moving system.

This allows the stylus to track with a lower force resulting in superior tracing accuracy and low distortion.

The XLM mkII improved has a Diasa tip, a diamond bonded to sapphire. Instead of the usual aluminium bushing to hold the diamond, the diamond tip is bonded to a sapphire base synthesizing a nude jewel mounting with very low mass.

Specifications

Diamond tip: diasa elliptical 0.0003 x 0.0007"

Tracking force: 1.2g +-0.3g

Frequency response: 15Hz to 24kHz

Output: 6.05mV

Review

There are probably only three or four phono cartridges that legitimately rank in the pantheon of all time super cartridges. Of these, the ADC XLM must be included, as many people consider it something of a reference standard.

Downloads

mkII improved instruction/owners manual (en)

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