AUDIO NOTE IQ 1 MM Cartridge

IQ I features a robust yet lightweight body made of Pocan, equipped with integrated threaded inserts for easy mounting in the headshell. Compared to traditional nut-and-bolt mounting, this system significantly improves the mechanical connection between the cartridge body and the headshell.

The internal coils are made of ultra-fine copper wire, and the cantilever is made of a specific grade of aluminum tubing. You may also notice that the cantilever is more robust than those found in this type of moving-magnet cartridge.

The stylus features a Gyger Type I profile, and the entire assembly is detachable, making replacement or upgrading a very simple and cost-effective process. In fact, all IQ stylus assemblies are interchangeable, meaning you can start with the IQ-I and eventually replace the stylus assembly with the vastly superior version used in the IQ-III.

It is designed for use with a moving-magnet compatible phono stage featuring an input impedance of 47k ohms. The total parallel capacitance (including tonearm leads and amplifier capacitance) should not exceed 200pF. If different values for load resistance and capacitance are used, the cartridge’s frequency response may deviate from the specified values.

Technical specifications

Load resistance 47k ohms

Load capacitance 150–200 pF

Internal inductance 570 mH

Internal resistance of 660 ohms

Frequency response 20Hz to 20kHz, +/- 2dB

Weight 6.3g

Fixed center 12.7 mm / 0.5″

Tracking force: 1.5g–2.5g (nominal value: 1.75g)

Channel balance 2dB @ 1kHz

Channel separation 25dB @ 1kHz

Sensitivity 6.5mV ±1.5dB (1kHz @ 5cm/sec)

Static compliance (N lateral) 24 mm / (N vertical) 16 mm

Equivalent cue mass 0.45 mg

Vertical tracking angle: 24 degrees

Brand

AUDIO NOTE

Peter Qvortrup, proprietor of Audio Note UK, maintains that analogue sound remains superior in our digital age. ANALOG technology possesses unparalleled capability in rendering subtle nuances and delicate resolution. Perfection in sound cannot be achieved through multiple sampling or pitch control. The lost details within music cannot be compensated for by digital technology. All apparatus is handcrafted from the finest materials to each client's unique specifications. Delivery times for appliances are 3-4 months following order placement, which is considered acceptable within this category. We appreciate your patience and understanding. The grade markings on the equipment facilitate straightforward system selection. While it is not essential to pair appliances of the same grade, selecting appliances with significantly differing grades may prevent you from fully enjoying the advantages of higher-grade components.

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