In a moving-coil cartridge, coils connected to the stylus move in relation to fixed magnets to create electrical signals. Moving-coil cartridges generally create a lower output than moving-magnet cartridges which means they should be partnered with a phono pre-amplifier with suitable impedance loading such as the Linn Linto.
Krystal features a similar approach to minimising mass as Kandid, using a nude design to give the cartridge less inertia so it can react more quickly to the changes in the groove. It also uses the triple-point mounting system for a solid connection to the tonearm headshell, while the aircraft grade 7075 aluminium chassis provides a lightweight, stiff and stable platform for the generator. Even the adhesive used on Krystal was painstakingly selected to provide the most rigid bond possible to avoid any dampening effects.
The result of two years development, Krystal uses the design principles of our leading moving coil cartridge, Kandid, to capture the minute changes in the record groove, letting you hear every musical detail.
It features a similar approach to minimising mass as Kandid, employing a nude design to give the cartridge less inertia so it can react more quickly to the changes in the groove.
It also uses the triple-point mounting system for a solid connection to the tonearm headshell, while the aircraft grade 7075 aluminium chassis provides a lightweight, stiff and stable platform for the generator.
Even the adhesive used on Krystal was painstakingly selected to provide the most rigid bond possible to avoid any dampening effects.
Competition-beating performance
This lighter design philosophy has resulted in a cartridge that not only looks great but delivers performance that outclasses all the competition in its price range.
The perfect cartridge upgrade for most Linn turntable owners and ideal for current owners of Klyde, Majik LP12 and Akurate LP12.
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