Reference Phono uses the same cable, connectors and carbon fibre composite network modules as Reference RCA, with the network calibrated to the electrical characteristics of the specific cartridge. The DIN option is made to the tonearm, turntable suspension and phono stage, with a contoured coupler and a choice of two strain-relief methods so the cable's weight does not load the arm. A differentially balanced version is available. Generation 6, handcrafted in the USA, with recalibration at no charge for the registered owner if the cartridge changes.
Specifications
Calibration
The specific cartridge
Generation
Generation 6
Made in
Saco, Maine, USA
Network housing
Carbon fibre composite module, epoxy filled
Recalibration
No charge for the original owner with registration
Series
Reference
Terminations
RCA to RCA standard; custom DIN; differential balanced
Upgrade path
XL, Opus, Magnum Opus
Lengths and pricing
Length
Price
1 m pair
$3,800
1.5 m pair
$3,970
2 m pair
$4,140
10 ft pair
$4,480
DIN tonearm termination, add
+$600
Differential balanced termination, add
+$800
Prices are for RCA to RCA. The price shown on this page is the 1 m pair. Transparent asks for the cartridge, turntable, tonearm and phono stage at the time of order.
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