Gold Note - Donatello

Gold Note Donatello MC Phono Cartridge

Overview: The Gold Note Donatello is a high-end MC (Moving Coil) phono cartridge that embodies Italian craftsmanship and sonic excellence. Available in two distinct models, Gold and Red, the Donatello series offers a premium choice for discerning audiophiles. With a body crafted from durable duralumin and a sophisticated design, this cartridge promises to deliver an exceptional audio experience.

Key Features:

• Micro Elliptical Diamond Stylus: The high-precision Micro Elliptical diamond stylus extracts every musical detail, ensuring a rich and immersive listening experience.
• Lightweight Aluminium Body: The solid yet extremely light aluminium structure, weighing only 7 grams, allows for compatibility with a wide range of tonearms and optimal sound performance.
• Samarium-Cobalt Magnet: Utilizing a powerful Samarium-Cobalt magnet, the Donatello cartridges provide a dynamic and responsive audio reproduction.

Full Specifications:

Donatello Gold:

• Type: MC Low Output Phono Cartridge
• Output Level: 0.5mV
• Frequency Response: 10-40,000Hz
• Impedance: 40Ω
• Suggested Load: 470Ω
• Compliance: 12×10−6cm/dyne
• Channel Separation: >24dB
• Channel Balance: <1dB
• Suggested Tracking Weight: 1.8g to 2.1g
• Cantilever: Aluminium
• Diamond: Micro Elliptical
• Coil Wire: Copper
• Magnet: Samarium-Cobalt
• Mounting Hole Diamond Distance: 9mm
• Weight: 7g
• Body: Duralumin alloy, gold with black logo

Donatello Red:

• Type: MC High Output Phono Cartridge
• Output Level: 1.8mV
• Frequency Response: 10-35,000Hz
• Impedance: 140Ω
• Suggested Load: 47kΩ
• Compliance: 12×10−6cm/dyne
• Channel Separation: >24dB
• Channel Balance: <1dB
• Suggested Tracking Weight: 1.8g to 2.1g
• Cantilever: Aluminium
• Diamond: Micro Elliptical
• Coil Wire: Copper
• Magnet: Samarium-Cobalt
• Mounting Hole Diamond Distance: 9mm
• Weight: 7g
• Body: Duralumin alloy, red with white logo

Advantages:

• Superior Sound Clarity: The Donatello cartridges are engineered to capture the essence of the music, delivering clarity and detail that is true to the original recording.
• Versatile Compatibility: With two output levels available, the Donatello can be easily matched with both MM and MC phono stages.
• Italian Design and Engineering: Gold Note’s commitment to quality and performance is evident in the sleek design and advanced technology of the Donatello series.

Ideal For:

• Vinyl enthusiasts who demand the highest quality sound reproduction from their turntable setup.
• Those looking to enhance their audio system with a cartridge that combines aesthetic elegance with acoustic precision.

The Gold Note Donatello series stands as a testament to the beauty and precision of Italian audio engineering, offering a transcendent vinyl listening experience.