dynavector dv drt xv-1s

£3295         exchange cartridges

This is an innovative Design of Magnetic Circuit.

The XV-1s has a unique magnetic circuit. This comprises 8 small AL-NICO magnets. the magnetic path is then divided into two - In the magnetic gap, a specially designed magnetic flux equalizing piece is placed. Then on the front yokes, magnetic stabilizing coils are wound. This produces a more linear magnetic filed than in existing mc cartridges.

Dynavector continue to research and have pushed the boundary further with the new XV-1s. Although the specification remains the same a significant up upgrade on both magnetic and body parts achieve a startling improvement in imaging, along with a smooth as silk extension over the entire frequency range.

The cartridge is also available as a like for like exchange for £2,030.00 (1727.66 ex vat) or as a rebuild for £1,700.00 (1446.80 ex vat).

Review Extracts

"the DV-1 offers a warm, powerful, detailed and totally unflappable cartridge. It got me closer to the live event than any cartridge or CD player I've heard"
TNT Audio   full review

"This cartridge is pretty damn special, it's extremely natural in balance but is capable of reproducing every nuance that the record player lets it get out of the groove, and with a solidity and assurance that makes some of the competition seem nervous"
Hi-Fi Choice  full review

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