Audio Database
244
Commentary

MM type cartridge developed for Hi-Fi regeneration.

Both the 244 / 17 and 244 / C are equipped with a 0.7 mil spherical finished diamond needle tip, and the 244 / C is specifically designed to fit older players or changers with a needle pressure of 2.5g to 5g.

244-65 comes with SP disc sapphire needle and can also be used to play 78 revolution shellac disc.

Model Rating
Type MM Type Cartridge
Model Name 244-C 244-17
Frequency characteristic 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Proper needle pressure 2.5g ~ 5g 1.5g ~ 3g
Output voltage 15mV/10cm/s
Channel balance Within 2 dB (1 kHz)
Channel separation 22 dB or More (1 kHz)
Traceability 2.5g/100Hz(3.8cm/s) 1.5g/100Hz(3.8cm/s)
Compliance 10x10cm-6/dyne 18x10cm-6/dyne
Stylus Diameter 0.7mil
Vertical tracking angle 15 °
Coil inductance 320mH
Load impedance 47k Ω
Cartridge Finish Color Black
Grip Finish Color Gray
Exchange needle D244-C D244-17(¥5,400)