This all new Pro-Ject Pick it MC1 cartridge is designed for music lovers who want to take the next step into upgrading to a moving coil cartridge. Moving Coil cartridge design Spherical diamond stylus During their intensive research and development into True Balanced turntables and phono stages, Pro-Ject realised the importance of Moving Coil cartridges for sound and mechanical perfection. Only with MC cartridges you can utilize the full technical benefits of a balanced connection in dynamic, sound stage and especially in the quietness of the sound. Unfortunately the production of MC cartridges is way more intensive and they are more costly compared to MM cartridges. Pro-Ject’s goal is always to make true HiFi stereo affordable. The result was the Pick It MC1. The very light stylus/coil assembly of a moving coil cartridge allows for a much wider frequency and improved transient response. This means a more detailed reproduction and resolution of low level signals. The lower source impedance means less sensitivity to outer influences. This means less hum. However, due to the lower output (generally speaking around 20dB lower) a high quality phono stage is recommended. Ultimate price-performance ratio With an MC cartridge you benefit from enhanced audio clarity, stereo imaging, and transparency compared to MM cartridges. The enclosure is made of resonance optimized ABS which results in a total weight of around 5 grams. With its medium compliance it performs perfect with most entry to mid-level turntables. Specs Output Voltage (@ 3.54cm/s) 0.4 mV Channel Separation (@ 1000Hz) >27 dB Frequency Response 20 – 20,000 dB Compliance, Dynamic, Lateral 18 μm Stylus Type Spherical Tracking Force Range 1.7 – 2.1 g Recommended Tracking Force 1.9 g Tracking Angle 22 ° Magnet Type Neodymium Cantilever Material Aluminium Tube Coil Wire Material OFC Copper Recommended Load Impedance 100 – 470 Ω Cartridge Weight 5 g
