ClearAudio Aurum Classic Mk2 - Clearaudio Moving Magnet phono cartridges distinguish themselves with a long lifespan, and a replaceable cantilever. An extremely linear frequency response, and an exceptional dynamic response insure a very uniform soundstage. Clearaudio MM cartridges are compatible with virtually all tonearms.
3.3 mV Output - 47 kOhm
Clearaudio Aurum Classic Mk2
Clearaudio Moving Magnet phono cartridges distinguish themselves with a long lifespan, and a replaceable cantilever. An extremely linear frequency response, and an exceptional dynamic response insure a very uniform soundstage. Clearaudio MM cartridges are compatible with virtually all tonearms.
CLEARAUDIO MM Phono cartridges are distinguished by:
Long lifespan
Robust construction
High output
Wide channel separation
Extremely linear frequency response
Coherent imaging
Superior dynamics (through the use of special strong magnets)
Compatibility with all currenttonearms
Hand selected
Made in Germany
Let us introduce you to the advancements of our new MM system. The improvements achieved include:
Reduction of the moving mass
Shape and cut of the diamond needle
Ideal motion and dampening of the cantilever
Optimization of the impedance, inductance and load capacitance
The improvement of the individual parts minimize phase and transient distortion while ensuring the equal output from both right and left channels. The selection process, via our multi-parameter testing procedures makes it possible for us to ensure extremely tight tolerances during production. The result is to maximise performance at every level in our Aurum MM series.
Aurum Classics Technical Specifications:
Frequency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Output Voltage (1 kHz, 5cm/s): ~ 3,3 mV
Channel Separation: < 20 dB
Channel balance: > 1,5 dB
Trackability: < = 80 µm
Recomended tracking force: 2,2 g
Electrical impedance: 0,66 kOhm
Coil inductivity: 0,40 H
Load resistance: 47 kOhm
Load capacitance: 100 pF
Cantilever: Aluminium
Weight: 6 grams
Warranty: 2 years Manufacturers Warranty
Stereophile Recommended Component, Class C
Supplied with the Clearaudio Emotion turntable and Satisfy tonearm. The Satisfy's single-screw design made cartridge alignment a bit tricky. The cartridge attaches to an aluminum plate that then attaches to the tonearm via the single screw, which, when loose, lets you move the plate both fore and aft for overhang, and rotate it around the zenith axis. "The lack of a conventional headshell gives you outstanding visibility," said MF. "Every time I used [the Emotion-Satisfy Aurum combo] I was more than surprised by its overall balance of strengths and absence of obvious weakness." (Vol.27 No.6)
The Aurum Classic is Clearaudio's entry level moving magnet phono cartridge that features great sound on a budget, good imaging and good detail.
Aurum cartridges feature high efficiency magnets, an output of 3.3 mill Volts and aluminium cantilevers.
