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Cartridge-MC Air Tight Opus-1
Description
Air Tight Opus-1: Top-of-the-Line MC Phono Cartridge
The Opus-1 stands as the ultimate flagship MC cartridge from Air Tight, engineered for the most sophisticated high-end audio systems. It delivers a second-to-none, three-dimensional image within the soundstage, redefining spatial transparency. This cartridge is the result of years of research into the optimum ratio between internal impedance and output voltage, achieving an unprecedented, sublime sonic balance.
Key Technological Features
- Magnetic Core: Features the exclusive, renowned SH-uX core, designed for peak magnetic efficiency and unparalleled signal integrity.
- Housing Construction: Precision-sealed in an ultra-hard duralumin housing, fortified by nickel plating to ensure maximum structural rigidity and resonance control.
- Sonic Excellence: Provides an expansive three-dimensional soundstage with a life-like, natural frequency response and immense dynamic scale.
- Engineering Achievement: A masterpiece of analog engineering that harmonizes low internal impedance with high-fidelity output performance.
Specification
| Weight | 12,5 g |
|---|---|
| Output Voltage | 0,45 mV / 1 kHz |
| Type | MC cartridge with ultra-low impedance |
| Frequency range | 10 – 50 000 Hz |
| Internal impedance | 1.4 Ω (DCR) |
| Channel balance | Less than 0.5 dB / 1 kHz |
| Connector | Rhodium plating |
| Crosstalk Channel Separation | More than 30 dB / 1 kHz |
| Chvostík* (cantilever) | Boron |
| — | 2.0-2.2g |
Air Tight
The Japanese company Air Tight has earned a legendary reputation in the world of high-end audio equipment. It was founded in 1986 in Takatsuki, near Osaka, by Atsushi Miura, who had previously headed the renowned Lux Audio brand. Together with engineer Masami Ishiguro, he built a company that has become synonymous with valve amplifiers of the highest quality. Today, the company is led by his son, Yutaka ‘Jack’ Miura, who continues to uphold the original standards of craftsmanship.
Whilst the audio industry has gradually shifted towards semiconductor and digital technology, Air Tight has remained faithful to valves and their warm, natural and immersive sound. The units are hand-wired using the point-to-point method, without printed circuit boards, resulting in a cleaner signal path and a long service life. The range includes valve integrated and power amplifiers, preamplifiers, phono preamplifiers, headphone amplifiers, MC cartridges and step-up transformers. Thanks to this dedication to traditional craftsmanship, Air Tight has become an icon amongst audiophiles seeking the rich sound experience that only vacuum tubes can provide.
Manufacturer information (GPSR)
Manufacturer
A & M LIMITED
1-20 Demaru-cho, Takatsuki Osaka, 569-0076 Japan
+81-72-668-1760
Responsible person in the EU
DreamAudio, Ltd.
Jaskový rad 213A 83101, Bratislava-Nové Mesto