Dynavector DRT-XV1t MC Cartridge
In 1999 Dynavector released the revolutionary DRT XV-1 stereo cartridge that pioneered the unique topology that included 8 Alnico magnets, magnetically stable front yokes, square shaped front armature within the rather spectacular deep "v" shaped front elevation. Combined with Dynavector's patented "Flux Damping" this cartridge quickly became the worldwide benchmark for music lovers and the audio press alike.
The subsequent flagship design for Dynavector the XV-ls released in 2002 refined and improved the technology. Retaining the patented Flux Dumping but included the magnetically stable front yoke with the unique square shaped aperture and improved magnetic equalizing component, all encompassed in an African Ebony body to provide further stability for the magnetic components.
First inspection of the new DV XV-lt reveals that although it is unmistakably Dynavector, the body is a beautiful Urushi lacquer over a precision machined component of heat treated bamboo that has been assiduously selected for both design, elegance and acoustic performance. Dynavector's patented Flux Damping process has been retained in concert with new groundbreaking innovations that will quickly establish the XV-lt as not only the Dynavector flagship but set the contemporary standards in analog music reproduction.
Technology abounds within the XV-lt but the Dynavector "raison d'etre" is making the technology invisible and allowing the music to emerge like never before. A silky smoothness is added to the musical reality which the XV cartridges have previously exhibited and as a result each instrument, performer or group is clearly imaged with a warm and rich presence. Dynavector believe that this emotive musical experience cannot be achieved by a digital source and with the XV-lt they have created a "Super Analog World".
Dynavector DRT XV-1t Moving Coil Cartridge Specifications
Type Low output moving coil cartridge with multi Alnico magnets and the Flux damper
Output Voltage 0.35mV (at 1KHz, 5cm/sec.)
Channel Separation 30 dB (at 1KHz)
Channel balance 1.0 dB (at 1KHz)
Frequency response 20 - 20,000Hz (± 1dB)
Compliance 10 x 10-6 cm/dyn
Tracking force 1.8 - 2.2 grams
Impedance R=24 ohms
Recommended load resistance > 75 ohms
Cantilever 6mm length 0.3 mm dia. solid boron with a special armaturer
Stylus tip PF Line contact shape, stylus radius: 7 x 30 micron
Weight 12.0 grams