DS Audio W3 Phono Cartridge

  Introducing the new DS Audio reference system DS Audio elevates the sound of vinyl playback with their latest optical cartridge set. This pure analog playback system implements the newest “dual-mono” generator from their flagship Grand Master cartridge, resulting in enhanced clarity, improved imaging, and greater musical involvement.  DS Audio DS W3 Optical Cartridge Set:  $15,000 includes the W3 optical cartridge and W3 phono stage/equalizer.  Incredibly low effective mass. In the new dual-mono optical generator, the shading plate is redesigned for optimal position and agility. Using 99.9% beryllium instead of aluminum found in previous designs, the weight is significantly reduced by 50%. This is less than 1/10th of the mass found in the moving coil of a typical MC cartridge. This incredibly low effective mass promotes even greater trackability and reduced resonance, further improving the advantages of DS Audio optical cartridges. Line contact stylus, boron cantilever, ultra-ri