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Ortofon - Quintet Black S - Cartridge

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Original price $1,699.00
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Immerse yourself in the stunning audio experience delivered by the Ortofon Quintet Black S Cartridge. As the pinnacle of the Quintet range, this cartridge is equipped with a Nude Shibata diamond - regarded as one of the finest stylus profiles in existence - mounted to an advanced Boron cantilever. Its intricate design allows for an extraordinarily broad contact area with groove walls, assuring pure, detailed reproduction all across the spectrum including even the most elusive high-frequency groove information. The Quintet Black S balances revolutionary technology and unparalleled performance, promising a keep-you-on-your-toes audio experience. Dive into the world of rich, authentic sound with Australia's #1 Hi-Fi Shop - The Audio Tailor. For valued customers visiting our Brisbane store, we also provide professional services including fitting, balancing, alignment, and calibration from as low as $69.

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ℹ Product Information

Ortofon Quintet Black S Cartridge

Introducing the best in its class – the Ortofon Quintet Black S Cartridge, the epitome of state-of-the-art craftsmanship in the world of audio perfection. A true sonic marvel, the Quintet Black encapsulates the essence of your records, with each note redefined in unerring detail and complexity setting a new benchmark for performance. The new MC Quintet Black S model is graced with Shibata stylus on the Sapphire cantilever. Sapphire is one of the best cantilever options which provides an excellent mechanical pulse transfer from the stylus to the coil system. This unique combination guarantees a substantial and finely polished contact area with the groove walls, ensuring a pure and detailed audio reproduction that encompasses the entire spectrum, right up to the highest frequency groove nuances. The Quintet Black epitomizes technical excellence, boasting an output voltage of 0.3 mV at 1000Hz, 5cm/sec and an impressive channel balance at 1 kHz of less than 1dB. The channel separation at 1 kHz and 15 kHz exceeds 23 dB and 15 dB respectively, presenting the user with an unerring audio clarity. The Quintet Black offers a frequency range of 20 - 25000 Hz, with a frequency response of 20-20000 Hz within +/- 1.5 dB. Its tracking ability reaches a staggering 80 µm at 315Hz at the recommended tracking force of 2.3 g, ensuring unparalleled audio precision.

Features:

  1. Top-of-the-line Nude Shibata diamond stylus: Renowned as one of the finest styli, it offers unparalleled accuracy and durability.
  2. Sapphire Cantilever: Sapphire is one of the best cantilever options for providing excellent mechanical pulse transfer from the stylus to the coil system.
  3. Superior Output Voltage: With an output voltage of 0.3 mV at 1000Hz, 5cm/sec, the Quintet Black S stands out in its category.
  4. Impressive Channel Balance: The channel balance at 1 kHz of less than 1dB and channel separation at 1kHz and 15kHz of 23 dB and 15 dB respectively ensure exquisite audio clarity.
  5. Extended Frequency range: The Quintet Black S offers a frequency range of 20 - 25,000 Hz, extending beyond the typical auditory spectrum.
  6. Remarkable Tracking Ability: This cartridge's tracking ability of 80 µm at 315Hz at the recommended tracking force of 2.3 g equals sonic precision.
  7. Aucurum Coil Wire: Made from gold-plated copper, Aucurum coil wire ensures an enhanced signal transfer.
  8. ABS/Aluminium Body: This balance of materials ensures a robust yet lightweight design.
  9. Bespoke Fitting & Calibration Service: A custom fitting, balancing, alignment, and calibration service is offered for our customers in Brisbane.

Benefits:

  1. Enjoy Enhanced Sound Quality: The Nude Shibata stylus and Boron cantilever dramatically improve the detail and texture of your vinyl records.
  2. Exceptional Audio Clarity: The impressive output voltage and channel balance deliver a clear, crisp sound that is second to none amongst its competitors.
  3. Expansive Sonic Landscape: The extended frequency range allows you to enjoy every nuance of your favorite music, from the deepest bass to the highest pitched melodies.
  4. Unparalleled Precision: The tracking ability ensures every detail is captured, resulting in accurate and flawless sound reproduction.
  5. Superior Signal transfer: The Aucurum coil wire enhances signal transfer for a clean, uncolored audio performance.
  6. Robust and Lightweight: The ABS/Aluminium body guarantees durability and easy installation onto your turntable.
  7. Tailor-made Experience: The custom fitting, balancing, alignment, and calibration service will fine-tune your Quintet Black S to your specific turntable for an optimal audio experience.

Specification

Specification Description
Output Voltage at 1000Hz, 5cm/sec 0.3 mV
Channel Balance at 1 kHz < 1.0 dB
Channel Separation at 1 kHz > 23 dB
Channel Separation at 15 kHz > 15 dB
Frequency Range at - 3dB 20 - 25.000 Hz
Frequency Response 20-20.000 Hz +/- 1.5 dB
Tracking Ability at 315Hz at Recommended Tracking Force 80 µm
Compliance, Dynamic, Lateral 15 µm/mN
Stylus Type Nude Shibata on Sapphire Cantilever
Stylus Tip Radius r/R 6/50 µm
Tracking Force Range 2.1-2.5 g (21-25 mN)
Tracking Force, Recommended 2.3 g (23 mN)
Tracking Angle 20°
Internal Impedance, DC Resistance 5 Ohm
Recommended Load Impedance > 20 Ohm
Cartridge Body Material ABS/Aluminium
Coil Wire Material Aucurum
Cartridge Color Black
Cartridge Weight 9 g
Additional Services Fitting, balancing, alignment and calibration service from as little as $69, pre-booking is essential (Only available at our Brisbane store)

In conclusion, the Ortofon Quintet Black S Cartridge surpasses all expectations for exceptional sound quality, fidelity, and performance, offering you, the audiophile, a sonic journey into the heart of your favorite recordings. The Quintet Black isn't just a cartridge, it's the embodiment of Ortofon’s continual refinement and unwavering commitment to quality, offering a superior standard of audio reproduction that stays true to the original sound. At The Audio Tailor, we are committed to offering products like this that express pure craftsmanship and stand at the pinnacle of audio perfection. Our expert team, at our renowned Brisbane store, is at your disposal for any queries and for professional fitting and alignment. Revel in a world where every note, every nuance, is captured and conveyed with breathtaking clarity. The quintessence of your vinyl records awaits with the Ortofon Quintet Black S Cartridge. Contact us today and transform your listening experience forever. Capture the magic - because with Ortofon Quintet Black S, every note matters!

ℹ Specifications
Specification Description
Output Voltage at 1000Hz, 5cm/sec 0.3 mV
Channel Balance at 1 kHz < 1.0 dB
Channel Separation at 1 kHz > 23 dB
Channel Separation at 15 kHz > 15 dB
Frequency Range at - 3dB 20 - 25.000 Hz
Frequency Response 20-20.000 Hz +/- 1.5 dB
Tracking Ability at 315Hz at Recommended Tracking Force 80 µm
Compliance, Dynamic, Lateral 15 µm/mN
Stylus Type Nude Shibata on Boron Cantilever
Stylus Tip Radius r/R 6/50 µm
Tracking Force Range 2.1-2.5 g (21-25 mN)
Tracking Force, Recommended 2.3 g (23 mN)
Tracking Angle 20°
Internal Impedance, DC Resistance 5 Ohm
Recommended Load Impedance > 20 Ohm
Cartridge Body Material ABS/Aluminium
Coil Wire Material Aucurum
Cartridge Colour Black
Cartridge Weight 9 g
Additional Services Fitting, balancing, alignment and calibration service from as little as $69, pre booking is essential (Only available at our Brisbane store)

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