Clearaudio N1 MM Moving Magnet Phono Cartridge (Black)

Description N1 The new gateway to MM cartridge excellence – compact, powerful, unmistakably Clearaudio Clearaudio sets a new benchmark in the entry-level MM cartridge class – streamlined to the essentials, yet uncompromising in sound quality, craftsmanship, and choice of materials. A cartridge that delivers sonic performance far beyond its price category. The newly designed, anodized aluminum housing serves as a highly rigid structural frame and offers an ideally balanced total weight of just 12.6 grams. This makes it perfectly suited for both light and heavy tonearms – and an ideal match for the Clearaudio compass turntable. Available in classic black or elegant silver, it visually complements a wide range of tonearms and turntables. A standout feature is the innovative quick-swap stylus system, which allows for hassle-free replacement – even while the cartridge remains mounted. Ideal for unexpected accidents or routine maintenance. Welcome to Clearaudio’s new compact class of MM cartridges – sonically captivating, technically refined, and exceptionally accessible. Techn. specifications Total mass: 12.5 (± 0.2g) Frequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz Output voltage (1kHz, 5cm/s): ~ 3.3mV Channel separation (1kHz): 20dB Channel balance (1kHz): 2dB Tracking ability: 80μm Recommended tracking force: 2.2g (± 0.3g) Coil impedance (1kHz): 0.66kΩ Coil inductance: 400mH Load resistance: 47kΩ Load capacitance: 100pF Cantilever / stylus shape: Aluminum / elliptical Compliance: 15μ/mN Cartridge body: Aluminum Manufacturer’s warranty 2 years* * Provided the warranty card is fully completed and returned to Clearaudio within 2 weeks of purchase.