Aurex C-404X
¥ 22,000 (around 1975)
Commentary
A condenser cartridge with an extended needle that can reproduce up to CD-4.
In capacitor cartridges, the cantilever itself functions as a movable electrode, and signals can be directly taken out.
Head shell is included.
Model Rating
Type | Condenser cartridge |
Frequency characteristic | 20 Hz to 50 kHz |
Output voltage | 30 mv (1 khz, 50mm/s) |
Separation | 25dB(1kHz) 15dB(30kHz) |
Channel balance | 1dB(1kHz) |
Compliance | 15x10-6cm/dyne |
Needle pressure range | 1.5 ± 0.5g |
Needle tip | Extended needle diamond |
Dead weight | 6.5g |
Replacement needle type name | N-404C-EX(¥7,000) N-404-X(¥13,000) |
Attachment | Head shell |