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Gold Note - Donatello Red - MC Cartridge
Gold Note - Donatello Red - MC Cartridge
Gold Note - Donatello Red - MC Cartridge

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Gold Note - Donatello Red - MC Cartridge

$1,700.00

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Overview

Donatello Red

Brand
Gold Note
Category
Turntable Cartridges
SKU
PF-CARTR-DON-001-R

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Embark on an audio voyage where precision meets perfection with the Gold Note Donatello Red MC Cartridge—a tour de force in superior sound engineering. With a reputation as the finest sounding cartridge in its league, this Italian masterpiece is imagined for the connoisseurs of high-fidelity who will settle for nothing less than an impeccable vinyl experience. Crafted from solid machined duralumin, its lightweight body—at a mere 7 grams—is an exquisite partner for any tonearm, promising to handle your favorite records with the grace and assurance they deserve. At the heart of the Donatello Red lies a high-precision micro elliptical diamond stylus that unveils the subtleties and textures of music that often go unnoticed. Paired with a robust output level of 1. 8mV and a broad frequency response ranging from 10 to 35000Hz, it ensures an immersive soundscape of unrivaled clarity and dynamism. With computer modeling optimization, the Donatello ensures impeccable damping and tracking capabilities, meaning every note, every breath of the recording, is rendered in lifelike detail. From the warmth of copper coil wire to the strength of a samarium-cobalt magnet, every component is selected for its contribution to audio excellence. Find this gleaming duralumin alloy treasure, adorned in red with a striking white logo, exclusively at The Audio Tailor—Australia's premier destination for Hi-Fi expertise. Connect with us to unlock the full potential of your vinyl collection and let the Gold Note Donatello Red MC Cartridge redefine your listening pleasure.

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Gold Note Donatello Red MC Cartridge

Immerse yourself in the pure, unadulterated spirit of high-fidelity sound with the Gold Note Donatello Red MC Cartridge – a masterpiece that resonates with the precision and passion of a virtuoso. Crafted to redefine the limits of acoustic excellence, the Donatello Red is more than just a cartridge; it's an auditory revelation. Hailing from the legacy of audiophile artisans, it boasts a meticulously machined duralumin body, whose lightness at a mere 7 grams belies its robust resonance control, allowing any tonearm to manipulate its magic deftly.

Engineered with exquisite attention to detail, this cartridge utilizes advanced computer modeling to achieve optimal damping and tracking capabilities, propelling your listening experience into the stratosphere of extraordinary sound. With a high-precision micro elliptical diamond stylus tip, every note is a brushstroke of auditory art, painting your sonic landscape with shades of clarity previously unheard. The high-output design of the Donatello Red, rated at a soul-stirring 1.8mV, navigates the frequency spectrum from 10 to an astonishing 35,000Hz.

Its interior is a symphony of components harmoniously arranged - from the Lightweight Aluminum cantilever and Samarium-Cobalt magnet to the copper coil wire - all of which orchestrate a fidelity that dances through your senses. Offering a compliance of 12×10-6cm/dyne and channel separation that maintains a remarkable integrity of sound, the Donatello Red is a testament to Gold Note's unwavering commitment to audio perfection.

Savor the symphonic quality of the Donatello Red MC Cartridge, where every record spins not just music, but a legacy captured in gold.

Features / Benefits

Feature: High-Output Design (1.8mV)

  • Benefit: Experience dynamic sound through each melody and every beat with a robust energized output that effortlessly connects to the majority of phono preamps, enhancing auditory intensity without the need for additional gain stages.

Feature: Wide Frequency Response (10-35000Hz)

  • Benefit: Revel in an entire spectrum of audible delights, from the bottomless depth of bass to the soaring highs of treble. The Donatello Red captures every nuance and subtlety of the music, ensuring no note goes unnoticed.

Feature: Precise Micro Elliptical Diamond Stylus

  • Benefit: Uncover the intricacies of your vinyl collection as the fine-tuned stylus tracks the grooves with unparalleled precision, providing you with a crystal-clear and immersive listening experience.

Feature: Advanced Computer Modeling Design (Body weighs 7 grams)

  • Benefit: Relish in a responsive musical encounter as the lightweight, yet steadfast design offers optimal vibration control, making it compatible with a broad range of tonearms.

Feature: Exceptional Channel Separation (24dB)

  • Benefit: Enjoy a high fidelity soundscape with distinct instrument localization and lush stereo imagery, furnishing your auditory palette with a profound sense of space and depth.

Feature: Balanced Channel Output (< 1dB)

  • Benefit: Achieve a harmoniously consistent stereo sound with virtually identical response from both channels, enveloping you in a balanced and realistic musical journey.

Feature: Carefully Crafted Lightweight Aluminum Cantilever

  • Benefit: The aluminum cantilever allows for responsive movement through the grooves, delivering swift and accurate playback that resonates with purity and energy.

Feature: Copper Coil Wire

  • Benefit: Benefit from the excellent conductivity of copper, which translates into nuanced thermals and electrical characteristics for a warmer and richer audio reproduction.

Feature: Strong Samarium-Cobalt Magnet

  • Benefit: The high-output magnet ensures a consistent and stable magnetic field, providing an improved signal to noise ratio and enhancing the overall liveliness of the music.

Feature: Suggested Load Impedance (47kΩ)

  • Benefit: With its high output and impedance specifications, the Donatello Red eases into your existing setup, welcoming the most common loading value for mesmerizing sound with minimal fuss.

Feature: Optimal Compliance (12×10-6cm/dyne)

  • Benefit: Promising superior tracking and reduced record wear, the cartridge boasts an optimal compliance that works with your vinyl for smooth sailing playback, translating into longevity for both stylus and record.

Feature: Aesthetic Duralumin Alloy Body with Red and White Logo

  • Benefit: Not only does it stimulate your ears, but with its striking red duralumin body adorned with a white logo, the Donatello Red also captivates the eyes, allowing for pride in both performance and presentation.

Embrace the paramount of vinyl playback with the Gold Note Donatello Red MC Cartridge – where every element converges to transform your audio experience into a spectacle of sonic splendor.

Specifications

  • Product Name: Gold Note - Donatello Red - MC Cartridge
  • Type: Moving Coil (MC) High Output Phono Cartridge
  • Output Level: 1.8mV
  • Frequency Response: 10-35,000Hz
  • Impedance: 140Ω
  • Suggested Load: 47kΩ
  • Compliance: 12×10^-6 cm/dyne
  • Channel Separation: 24dB
  • Channel Balance: < 1dB
  • Suggested Tracking Weight: 1.8g to 2.1g
  • Cantilever: Aluminum
  • Stylus Tip: Micro Elliptical Diamond
  • Coil Wire: Copper
  • Magnet: Samarium-Cobalt
  • Mounting Hole Diamond: Distance 9mm
  • Weight: 7g
  • Body Material: Duralumin alloy
  • Body Color/Design: Red with white logo
  • Additional Features: Solid machined duralumin body, optimized for dampening

As your vinyl spins, let the Gold Note Donatello Red MC Cartridge be the maestro to your auditory symphony, unfurling each melody with unmatched precision and depth. The Donatello Red transcends the ordinary, transforming each listening session into an intimate concert, right in the sanctity of your own home. There's no finer choice for the discerning audiophile ready to embrace the pinnacle of sound reproduction. Entrust your musical journey to the artisans of acoustic artistry at The Audio Tailor—voted Australia's #1 Hi-Fi store. With the Donatello Red, you're not simply investing in a component; you are curating an exquisite soundscape that will resonate with your soul. Couple your love for vinyl with the reverence it deserves. Connect with our specialists at 1300 308 711, or visit us at our Brisbane store to witness the transformation of your listening experience. Let the Gold Note Donatello Red MC Cartridge chart your course through the cosmos of impeccable sound, where each record is not just played but profoundly felt. This is where your search for audio perfection meets its match, where passion is played out in the highest fidelity. Embrace the revolution of sound with the Donatello Red—where every detail is heard in its most golden note.

Specifications

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Specification Detail
Product Name Gold Note - Donatello Red - MC Cartridge
Type Moving Coil (MC) High Output Phono Cartridge
Output Level 1.8mV
Frequency Response 10-35,000Hz
Impedance 140Ω
Suggested Load 47kΩ
Compliance 12×10^-6 cm/dyne
Channel Separation 24dB
Channel Balance < 1dB
Suggested Tracking Weight 1.8g to 2.1g
Cantilever Aluminum
Stylus Tip Micro Elliptical Diamond
Coil Wire Copper
Magnet Samarium-Cobalt
Mounting Hole Diamond Distance 9mm
Weight 7g
Body Material Duralumin alloy
Body Color/Design Red with white logo
Additional Features Solid machined duralumin body, optimized for dampening

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