EAT Jo No8 Cartridge
Best high fidelity component for discerning audiophiles seeking sonic excellence.
This cartridge is built for the listener who demands surgical precision without sacrificing the warmth of analog playback. By pairing a high-end Shibata stylus with a unique chestnut and aluminum body, it extracts immense detail from your records, though it requires a high-performance tonearm to truly shine.
$2265.00
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Kronos AV
Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking ultimate fidelity and immersive listening experiences.
- Discerning listeners valuing robust construction and long-term reliability.
- Music lovers prioritizing natural tone and an emotionally engaging sound.
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers or those new to high-fidelity audio.
- Novice audiophiles or those with entry-level turntable setups.
- Casual listeners or those uncomfortable with intricate turntable adjustments.
Performance breakdown
High-Frequency Detail
Nude Shibata stylus extracts exceptional nuance from complex record grooves.
Build Integrity
Chestnut and aluminum housing provides superior resonance control and structural rigidity.
Tracking Precision
Boron cantilever ensures stable, accurate tracing across demanding dynamic passages.
Signal Purity
Eight-nines pure copper coils deliver a remarkably clean, uncolored audio signal.
System Compatibility
Low output voltage requires a high-quality phono stage for optimal performance.
Aesthetic Craftsmanship
Exquisite materials and presentation elevate the cartridge to a functional art piece.
Key Specs
Stylus Type
Nude Shibata on boron cantilever
Frequency Response (-3 dB)
20 – 30,000 Hz
Output Voltage
0.3 mV
Channel Separation (1 kHz, 15 kHz)
>25 dB, >17 dB
Tracking Force Range
2.0-2.5 g (20-25 mN)
Tracking Force, Recommended
2.3 g (23 mN)
Internal Impedance
5 ohm
Load Resistance, Recommended
> 15 ohm
Weight
12.5 g
Material
Chestnut, Aluminum, Boron
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