Gold Note - Vasari Shibata

Gold Note Vasari SHIBATA MM Phono Cartridge

Overview: Experience the pinnacle of vinyl playback with the Gold Note Vasari SHIBATA, a masterfully engineered MM (Moving Magnet) phono cartridge designed for audiophiles. Crafted in Italy, the Vasari SHIBATA is the result of extensive research and development, aimed at delivering unparalleled audio fidelity.

Key Features:

• Shibata Diamond Stylus: The Shibata stylus, named after its designer, features a unique asymmetrical shape that increases surface area contact with the vinyl, ensuring detailed and dynamic sound reproduction.
• High-Damping Body: Constructed from a single machined piece of solid aluminium 7000 alloy, the cartridge body offers exceptional damping power to minimize unwanted vibrations.
• Ultra-Light Aluminium Cantilever: The cantilever is designed to be both rigid and lightweight, allowing for precise tracking and extraction of the finest details from the vinyl groove.

Full Specifications:

• Type: MM Phono Cartridge
• Output Level: 4mV
• Frequency Response: 10-30,000Hz
• Impedance: 500Ω
• Inductance: 500mH
• Suggested Load: 47kΩ
• Compliance: 10×10^-6 cm/dyne
• Channel Separation: > 25dB
• Suggested Tracking Weight: 2g
• Cantilever: Aluminium
• Diamond: Shibata
• Diamond Size: 3.5 x 20μm
• Coil Wire: Copper
• Magnet: Alnico
• Mounting Hole Diamond Distance: 9mm
• Weight: 9.5g
• Body: Duraluminium alloy

Advantages:

• Enhanced Dynamics and Resolution: The Shibata stylus ensures a deeper contact with the vinyl groove, resulting in better dynamics and resolution.
• Reduced Vinyl Wear: The stylus design significantly reduces the pressure applied to the vinyl groove, prolonging the life of both the record and the diamond.
• Superb Tracking Ability: The Vasari SHIBATA’s design allows for accurate tracking, ensuring that every nuance of the music is captured.

Ideal For:

• Audiophiles seeking a high-performance cartridge that delivers near-perfect playback.
• Vinyl enthusiasts looking to upgrade their turntable with a cartridge that offers exceptional sound quality and durability.

Elevate your vinyl listening experience with the Gold Note Vasari SHIBATA, where Italian craftsmanship meets audio excellence.