Dimensions: 14’ × 13’ Medium
Ceiling: 8’
By combining the finest possible analog circuitry with the precision of digital control. Every adjustment is right there on the front panel of the Momentum Phonostage, with its own LED readout. Pushbuttons on the front precisely control gain, resistive loading for the two MC inputs, resistive and capacitive loading for the MM input, and record EQ curve.
Knowing that even the best circuitry is no better than the electricity that powers it, the Momentum Phonostage uses a special AC power supply. Not one but two separate power supply components: a transformer that sits on the floor, and power rectification and regulation circuits built into the base on which the Phonostage sits. Thus, the sensitive phono preamp circuits are double-isolated from the transformer electrically, and also separated by a safe physical distance.
The Momentum Phonostage has numerous inputs to handle multiple tonearms and turntables. It has two moving-coil inputs and two moving-magnet inputs, each with XLR and RCA jacks, plus XLR and RCA outputs. The Momentum Phonostage was born without limitations.
As with all the other products from Dan D’Agostino Master Audio Systems, each Momentum Phonostage is built by hand in the Arizona factory.
The Bordeaux uses the stylus with the contact surface of 80μm「Super micro line diamond chip, which accurately traces the ultra-precise groove. This special stylus is aimed to play the sound recorded on the record in its true colors.
The sapphire pipe material has been chosen for the cantilever. By using sapphire which carries superb sound transmission character and hardness, the Bordeaux achieved vibration transmittance in high speed without creating any distortions. Not only for the cantilever, but the Bordeaux also introduced sapphire material at the base section.The base section which comes in contact with the headshell uses 2.5mm thickness pure sapphire plate. Because of this, the vibration transmission mechanism is completed in one body so that the cartridge could thoroughly eliminate the loss of signal.
The magnetic circuit is combined with the electromagnetic soft iron and samarium cobalt magnet allowing magnetic performance consistent to the vibration of the coils to secure overall balance and thickness to the sound.The terminal pin has been plated with gold plating to increase the contact between the terminals.
The housing of the Bordeaux has been handcrafted and applied with Japanese traditional urushi craft on the Extra-super duralumin (AL7505). The urushi coating of each Bordeaux body goes through various complex processes, handmade by the craftsmen of the long established Urushi Sakamoto Company, in order to gain rigidity and the beautiful texture layering of the Bordeaux color. The details of this urushi are fascinating and could be observed on the first look of the Bordeaux cartridge.
The masterly shine and texture is truly a miniature work of art.
Moving coil
Frequency response
15-50,000Hz
Output voltage
0.25mV/1kHz
Output balance
＜0.5dB/1kHz
Channel separation
33dB/1kHz
Tracking weight
2gr
Impedance3Ω/1kHz
Trackability
＞70μm/2gr
Stylus shape
80μm microline diamond
Cantilever
0.4φsapphire pipe
Cartridge base
2.5mm Sapphire Plate
Cartridge housing
Extra super duralumin(A7075)
Housing processing
Special Grade Urushi Handmade
Terminal pin
Gold plated
Cartridge weight
9.0 grams
Content
Warranty card, Instruction manual (Dimensions, specifications), Stylus brush, 2 mounting screws
Box Material
Paulownia aulownia
Shunyata Research’s Venom Series V6 is the beneficiary of more than 20 years of scientific innovation and performance based engineering. The measurement and testing protocols Shunyata Research developed for its medical division products are now available in the Venom V6. As a result, the V6 delivers high-current capacity (DTCD™) and exceptional noise reduction (CCI™) abilities. The Venom V6 allows music and film enthusiasts to truly experience their favorite music as never before.
The Venom V6, similar to Shunyata Research’s reference model power distributors provides a full sixteen amps of current, allowing it to power high-end systems including high powered amplifiers. Additionally, the V6 offers Shunyata Research’s proprietary CCI™ noise reduction filters along with its Trident Defense transient protection system. Vibration control is addressed with internal dampening and Shunyata’s own proprietary stainless steel vibration dampening feet. As a finishing touch, the Venom V6 receives four-days of Shunyata Research’s proprietary KPIP™ processing which significantly reduces burn-in time.
True to form, Shunyata Research over-engineers its most affordable products to over-deliver on value and performance at prices every serious music and mover lover can afford. There is no better example of Shunyata Research’s meteoric achievements in performance and value than that provided by the Venom Series V6 power distributor.
Maximum Voltage:
220-240 VAC r.m.s. unregulated (EU)
Input Current Ratings:
Maximum Continuous Current: 16A (EU)
Output Current Ratings:
Max Current/Outlet: 16A (EU)
Transient Suppression:
Maximum Transient Protection: 40,000 A @ 8/50 μs
Over-Current Protection:
Hydraulic Electromagnetic Breaker
Wiring System:
4 mm2 ArNi® VTX™ Buss System
Ratings: 600 V 105° C
Noise Suppression:
Input to Output (100 kHz – 30 MHz): > 24 dB reduction
Zone to Zone (100 kHz – 30 MHz): > 26 dB reduction
