TECHNICAL DATATypeOutput voltage

DRT XV-1s
Te Kaitora Rua
XX-2
17D2MKll
20XH/20XL

2.8mV / 0.3mV

10X5

2.5mV

Low output MC with Low output MC with Low output MC with Low output MC with High/Low output MC High output MC withmulti alnico magnets
flux damper andflux damper andflux damper andwith flux damper andflux damper andand flux damper
alnico magnet
alnico magnet
softened magnetism softened magnetism softened magnetism

0.26mV

25dB

within 1dB

0.23mV

25dB

within 1dB

0.26mV

25dB

within 1dB0.3mV

30dB

12 mm/Nwithin 1dB

150 ohms

30dB

12 mm/Nwithin 1dB

150 ohms / 5 ohms

30dB

38 ohms

15 mm/Nwithin 1dB

6 ohmsElliptical

10 mm/N

Aluminium pipe

5 ohmsPerfect elliptical

10 mm/N

Hard aluminium pipe

6 ohmsMicro-ridge

10 mm/N

Solid diamond>1K ohms

Solid boron>1K ohms / 30 ohms

6.6g

1.8-2.2g

PF line contact>100 ohms

8.6g

1.8 - 2.2g

Solid boron>30 ohms

5.3g

1.8 - 2.0g

PF line contact>30 ohms

8.0g

1.8 - 2.2g

Solid boron

9.8g

1.8 - 2.2g

PF line contact>30 ohms

12.6g

1.8 - 2.2g

Frequency response 20-20,000Hz (±1dB) 20-20,000Hz (±1dB) 20-20,000Hz (±1dB) 20-20,000Hz (±1dB) 20-20,000Hz (±2dB) 20-20,000Hz (±2dB)

Channel balance

Channel separation

Compliance

DC resistance

StylusCantilever

Recommended loadresistance

Tracking force

Cartridge weight

Authorised Dealer or Distributor

Dynavector Moving Coil
Cartridges'The Leading Edge'
For more than 25 years Dynavector's Moving Coilcartridges have continuously enjoyed worldwideacclaim due to a combination of innovative design,advanced production techniques and an unwaveringcommitment to the musical source.
Over the same period many new formats such as
Compact Disc, MP3, SACD and DVDA have come todominate music reproduction. However many
audiophiles consider that these digital mediums leave
much to be desired when compared to analogue
recordings.
Consumers, and the recording companies remain
confused as to which digital medium will become thestandard and in the meantime the vast heritage ofrecorded music, spanning almost a century, is placed injeopardy.
Fortunately Dynavector have never capitulated to thegiant digital industry and have continued to refine theirunique range of MC cartridges, providing music lovers
with the highest standard of music reproduction thatmatches or surpasses any digital source.
Leading the charge is the legendary Dr Tominari's laststroke of genius, the XV-1. This unique masterpiece
was superb in its original form and with the refinements
added to the XV-1s, heralds a whole new generation ofcartridge performance.
At any price point, the audiophile can be guaranteedthat a Dynavector MC cartridge will both move andexcite the listener to new heights of listening pleasure.
A pleasure for many that comes only from a genuine
analogue source.

Dynavector Systems,Ltd16-15 Iwamoto-cho 2-chome
Chiyoda-ku Tokyo 101-0032 Japan
Phone 813-3861-4341, Fax 813-3862-1650
Http://www.dynavector.co.jp/

DV XX-2

KARAT-17D2MKll

Low output with boron cantilever

Low output with diamond cantilever

DV DRT XV-1s

The XX-1 was the firstcartridge to feature the"magnetic flux damper"(patent) and "softened
magnetism"(patent)
processes that eliminated variations in themagnetic field that are
so detrimental to MC
cartridge performance.
The XX-2 retains these innovations and features advanced
new alnico magnets. The XX-2's new magnetic circuit offers afurther discernible improvement in sound quality.

17D2MKll Karat Diamond is the first cartridge
built
using
'dispersion' theory. Its
Micro-Ridge stylus andvery short (1.7mm) solid
diamond cantilever givea huge reduction in'frequency dispersion',
unmatched dynamics
and a high frequency
extension all the way up to 100kHz. The latest patented magnet
circuit design increases the output to 0.26mV with crystal clear
mid-range and treble even during the largest symphonic crescendos.

Innovative design of the magnetic circuit

DV 10X5

DV 20XH/20XLHigh output with aluminium cantilever

High/Low output with hard aluminium cantilever

The Dynavector 10X series debuted in 1978 winning the prestigious Design and EngineeringAward at the Chicago
CES in 1978 and again
in 1981. The 10X5 is thelatest version and incorporates
Dynavector's
unique magnetic flux
damping and softened magnetism (patent) along with powerful
neodymium magnets. The 10X5 also features a newly designed aluminium head block to provide a rigid platform for thecartridge motor and a secure mount to the tonearm.

DV-20X has a solid aluminium-alloy body similar to the XX-2. The cantilever is a 6mm lengthof hard aluminium pipewith a perfect ellipticalstylus. The magnetic
flux damping and softened magnetism alongwith powerful neodymium magnets gives the 20XH a healthy 2.8 mV output - suitable
for most MM inputs. The 20XL has an output of 0.3 mV ideal for
most MC phono stages.

DV PHA-200

DV-507MKll tonearm

Current maximizing phono head amplifier

Bi-Axis Inertia controlled, Dynamic Balance TypeBy using current amplification,
the effects of magnetic distortion within a MC cartridge canbe considerably reduced.
Sound quality improvements
are easily recognised whencompared to any other conventional head amplifier or
step-up transformer.
Suitable cartridge impedance: 4-8ohms / 12-24ohms / 30-50ohms,
S/N ratio: > 62dB(flat), gain: depends on the current sensitivity of cartridge,
Size:160W x 186D x 60H mm, weight: 1,100g

The DV507 is a bi-axis, inertia controlled, tonearm and allows any typeof cartridge to trace the signal groove with extreme accuracy. TheDV507 also provides outstanding tracking for warped record. Resolution
and musical detail are remarkable.
Total length:306mm / effective length:241mm / overhang:15mm / offset angle:
21.5 degrees / total weight:1,380grms / EIA standards 4P headshell connector

The XV-1s has a uniquemagnetic circuit. It comprises 8 small alnico
magnets. The magnetic
path is then divided intotwo. In the magnetic
gap, a specially designed magnetic flux
equalizing piece isplaced. Then on thefront yokes, magnetic stabilizing coils are wound. This
produces a more linear magnetic field, and therefore lower output distortion, than any existing MC cartridge.
Dynavector's ongoing research program has pushed theMC performance boundary further with the new XV-1s.
The specifications of the new "s" model remain the sameas the XV-1. However a significant upgrade in both magnetic and body materials have achieved a startling improvement in imaging, and a sound "as smooth assilk"over the entire frequency range.

Te Kaitora Rua
Titanium head with silver wire and boron cantilever
The original Te Kaitora cartridge was the result of collaboration between Dynavector
JapanandDynavector New Zealand.
The Te Kaitora allowed analogue enthusiasts to embark on a voyage of discovery to the outer limits ofvinyl reproduction. The improved Te Kaitora Rua continues the journey by incorporating
many of the newest features of its Dynavector stable-mates,
the XV-1s and XX-2. The Te Kaitora Rua has even managed
to improve on the its original's silk-like treble and openness.
Note: Te Kaitora means "The Discoverer" in the language ofthe NZ Maori people, Rua is the second version.