Denon DL110 High-Output Moving Coil Cartridge

Experience the Pinnacle of Vinyl Sound with Denon DL110 In the world of vinyl playback, the cartridge is the heart and soul of your turntable, a pivotal component in the alchemy of sound. The Denon DL110 High-Output Moving Coil Cartridge stands as a testament to this truth, offering an auditory experience that's as close as it gets to the master recordings. Unveiling the Denon DL110 With meticulous hand-winding in the revered Denon Audio Works Factory in Japan, the DL110 is a masterpiece of audio precision. It boasts a rich heritage of Denon's unwavering commitment to sound excellence, encased in a striking red body that is as visually appealing as it is sonically captivating. Core Features and Specifications Type: High-output moving coil cartridge Stylus: Special elliptical solid diamond Cantilever: Aluminum Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 45 kHz Output Voltage: 1.6 mV Channel Separation: 25 dB at 1 kHz Channel Balance: 1.5 dB Recommended Load Impedance: 47 kΩ Recommended Load Capacitance: 100 pF Compliance: 14 cu (at 10Hz) Tracking Force Range: 1.5-2.1g Weight: 4.8 g Mounting: Half-inch Color: Red Manufacturing: Hand-wound in Japan The Heart of Your Turntable The Denon DL110 is designed to work in harmony with medium to high mass tonearms, providing a stable and secure platform for tracking your favorite records. The recommended tracking force of 1.8 grams ensures that the stylus navigates the grooves of your vinyl with precision and care, extracting every musical detail with accuracy. Sound Quality That Resonates The DL110 delivers sound quality that is both clear and crisp, with high frequencies that sparkle and a midrange that reveals reasonable detail. The bass is characterized by muscle, depth, and quality, ensuring a well-rounded listening experience that is both open and engaging. The tonal balance is lush with a touch of warmth, making for an easy-listening sound that is open and well-measured. Compatibility and Convenience MM Phono-Stage Compatibility: Use with MM phono-stage without additional equipment Stylus Construction: Elliptical solid diamond Sound Extraction: Minimizes groove wall imperfections Sound Characteristics: Sweet tonal balance, ambiance, quick transient response The DL110's high-output design means it can be used with MM phono-stage turntables without the need for step-up devices or additional equipment. This ease of integration makes it a versatile choice for a wide range of turntable setups. Enhanced Sound Extraction The stylus of the DL110 is crafted to reach deep into the record groove, ensuring that even the finest details are captured. This results in a sound that is not only detailed and articulate but also has a natural sweetness and quick transient response, bringing your music to life. Mounting and Calibration The Denon DL110 requires a careful and precise mounting process. While it may pose a challenge to some, the reward is a cartridge that tracks exceptionally well, even on the most challenging inner grooves, with minimal distortion. Proper calibration is key to achieving the best performance from the DL110, and once set up correctly, it reveals its full potential in sound reproduction. Key Performance Attributes Tracking Performance: Good, with minimal distortion Sound Reproduction: Nuanced and detailed Stereo Imaging: Clean and accurate Groove Noise: Lower than many competitors Tonal Balance: Light in bass, but rich and integrated The Listening Experience Prepare to be transported into the heart of the music. Whether it's the subtle breaths between a vocalist's lines, the resonant pluck of a bass string, or the shimmering decay of a cymbal, the DL110 captures it all with an open and natural soundstage. Pros Clean, Detailed Sound: Enjoy crystal-clear audio with excellent stereo imaging Sibilance and Surface Noise: Effectively eliminates unwanted noise Tonearm Compatibility: High-output design suitable for medium/heavy mass tonearms Nuanced Sound Reproduction: Captures the subtleties of your music The Verdict The Denon DL110 High-Output Moving Coil Cartridge is a formidable choice for audiophiles and DJs alike. It offers a beautiful balance of technical excellence and musicality, ensuring that your vinyl collection sounds its best. While it demands attention to detail in setup, the payoff is an unparalleled listening experience that honors the art of analog sound. At Dreamedia, we understand the importance of matching the right components to create the perfect home theater system. Our team is available to design your home theater system, ensuring that you get the most out of your Denon DL110 and every other piece of your audio puzzle. Embark on a journey through sound with the Denon DL110. It's not just about listening to music; it's about experiencing every note, every nuance, and every emotion as the artist intended.