Gold Note Machiavelli Mk II
Best high end phono cartridge for serious vinyl enthusiasts.
This moving coil cartridge is built for the listener who demands absolute fluidity and precision from their vinyl collection. By pairing a rigid duraluminium body with a high-end diamond stylus, it sacrifices budget-friendly simplicity for a level of tracking and dynamic range that makes it a true reference-grade upgrade.
$2695.00
at
The Cable Company
Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking a vivid and lifelike musical performance
- Serious collectors wanting long-term reliability and precise vinyl playback
- Design-conscious listeners who value artisanal quality and aesthetic excellence
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious hobbyists looking for an entry-level or mid-range upgrade
- Owners of entry-level systems without high-performance supporting components
- Novice users who prefer a simple plug-and-play installation process
Performance breakdown
Tracking Precision
Ogura diamond stylus ensures flawless groove navigation even on complex passages.
Resonance Control
Duraluminium 7000 alloy body effectively dampens unwanted vibrations for cleaner playback.
Dynamic Range
Delivers impressive fluidity and scale across demanding high-end analog systems.
Audio Clarity
Refined moving coil design extracts exceptional detail from every record.
Build Integrity
Robust construction reflects a decade of meticulous engineering and material selection.
System Compatibility
Requires careful phono stage matching to unlock its full sonic potential.
Key Specs
Type
MC Low Output Phono Cartridge
Output Level
0.4mV (Gold) / 0.5mV (Red)
Frequency Response
10-40000Hz
Channel Separation
> 28dB
Suggested Tracking Weight
1.8g to 2.1g
Cantilever
Boron (Gold) / Aluminium (Red)
Impedance
30Ω (Gold) / 40Ω (Red)
Suggested Load
470Ω
Compliance
10×10-6cm/dyne
Diamond
Line Contact (Gold) / Micro Elliptical (Red)
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