Jelco SA-50
Brand: Jelco
The Jelco SA-50 is a high-end, high-performance moving coil cartridge designed by Japan's Jelco brand. It is a low-output cartridge, which means it requires a phono stage with a high gain to amplify its delicate output signal. The SA-50 boasts a low internal impedance, allowing it to provide excellent tracking and detail retrieval, particularly in the lower registers.The cartridge's cantilever is made of boron-infused carbon fiber, which provides excellent rigidity and low resonance. The SA-50's coils are wound with Otto-type wire, known for its high purity and low magnetic distortion. These materials, along with the SA-50's ruby bronze housing and screw-type connection firmly securing the cartridge in place, contribute to a precise and detailed sound.The Jelco SA-50 is designed to pair well with high-quality phono stages and turntables to deliver exceptional sound quality and detail retrieval. Its low sensitivity requires an experienced phono stage and careful setup to perform to its full potential, making it a pick for audiophiles and music lovers who prioritize detail, clarity, and sonic accuracy above all.
- Effective Length: 237 mm
- Overhang: 15 mm
- Offset Angle:
- Pivot to Spindle: 222 mm
- Cartridge Range: 5-17 g
- Effective Mass:
- VTA Adjust: Yes
- Arm Mount:
- Headshell: Removable
- Null Points:
