{"product_id":"dynavector-aska-moving-coil-phono-cartridge","title":"Dynavector ASKA Moving Coil Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhere the Moving Coil Journey Begins\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDynavector ASKA\u003c\/strong\u003e is the entry point into Dynavector's celebrated MC lineage — purpose-built to make the first step into moving coil as inviting as possible. Carrying the same design philosophy, craftsmanship, and characteristic Dynavector sound as the higher-end models, the ASKA delivers open, natural, low-distortion analog playback at an accessible price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery ASKA is hand-assembled and individually inspected in Japan, held to the same uncompromising standard as the rest of the Dynavector lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecial Annealing Magnetic Circuit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of every Dynavector MC lies a carefully annealed pure iron magnetic circuit. By precisely controlling temperature, atmosphere, and heating\/cooling rates during production, Dynavector refines the magnetic properties of the circuit for expansive, resonant sound with exceptional resolution and minimal distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNeodymium Magnet with Softened Magnetic Field\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDynavector's patented \u003cstrong\u003eSoftened Magnet\u003c\/strong\u003e technology tames the harshness associated with rare earth magnets while retaining the power of neodymium. The result is a clean, well-separated sound — high output without the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eElliptical Stylus\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elliptical stylus accurately tracks fine high-frequency groove modulations, reproducing detail a spherical stylus can miss. Stable across a wide range of cartridge alignments, it's a practical and capable choice for those new to MC playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose Your Model\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eASKA-H — High Output MC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDynavector's unique coil winding technology delivers a healthy \u003cstrong\u003e2.8 mV output\u003c\/strong\u003e, eliminating the need for a step-up transformer or head amplifier. Compatible with standard MM phono inputs (47 kΩ). Recommended load impedance: 1,000 Ω or higher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eASKA-L — Low Output MC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e0.3 mV output\u003c\/strong\u003e, the ASKA-L offers excellent compatibility with a wide range of step-up transformers and head amplifiers, letting you fully experience the distinct qualities of MC playback. 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