Soundsmith The Voice
Best high end cartridge for audiophiles seeking long term value.
This cartridge is built for the purist who wants the equipment to vanish entirely, leaving only the music behind. By prioritizing exceptionally low moving mass, it achieves startling clarity and detail. You sacrifice the warmth or coloration found in other designs, but you gain an uncannily authentic, immersive listening experience.
$2995.00
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USA Tube Audio
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Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking master-tape levels of resolution and transparency
- Listeners wanting elite sound without investing in expensive step-up transformers
- Practical enthusiasts planning for long-term maintenance and value
Who should skip it
- Casual listeners who prefer a simple plug-and-play installation process
- Collectors with many low-quality pressings or worn vintage records
- Users who want the convenience of instant home stylus replacement
Performance breakdown
Transient Response
Ultra-low moving mass captures rapid musical shifts with startling, lifelike speed.
High-Frequency Detail
Ruby cantilever extracts delicate harmonic textures often lost by lesser cartridges.
Tracking Precision
Line contact stylus navigates complex grooves with exceptional stability and minimal distortion.
Output Compatibility
High-output design integrates seamlessly with standard moving magnet phono stages.
Build Integrity
Hand-crafted US construction reflects meticulous attention to engineering and material quality.
Soundstage Transparency
Removes coloration to reveal a wide, immersive, and authentic acoustic space.
Key Specs
Type
Fixed Coil / Moving Iron
Mounting Type
Standard 1/2 inch
Stylus Shape
Contact Line, Nude, 0.10 mm square
Cantilever Material
Ruby
Output Voltage
2.12 mV
Weight
9.2 grams
Weight
0.32 ounces
Frequency Response
20 – 20,000 Hz
Recommended Tracking Force
1.3 – 1.6 grams
Compliance
22 µm/mN
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