The DS-E3 Optical Cartridge will be available starting today, with deliveries beginning in early May. The DS-E3 utilizes a third-generation optical cartridge mechanism, the same design as other DS Audio products.
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In the DS-E3 equalizer, the amplification circuit becomes symmetrical, and the voltage supplied to the cartridge has been stabilized to achieve a clearer and faster sound. Miniaturization is achieved by using an operational amplifier to minimize the signal path, thereby significantly reducing the number of components and achieving a smaller size. As a result, the DS-E3 equalizer is about 1/3 the size of the DS003 equalizer.
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DS-E3 Optical Cartridge
Signal Output
Photo-electric Conversion
Channel Separation
26db more (1kHz)
Weight
7.7g
Output Signal Level
50mV more
Canti-lever
Aluminum
Body Material
Aluminum
Needle Pressure
2.0g~2.2g(2.1g is recommended)
Stylus
Elliptical Needle
DS-E3 Equalizer for Optical Cartridge
Output Voltage
500mV(1kHz)
Output Impedance
120Ω
Preamp Input Impedance
More than 10kΩ
Input Terminal
RCA Terminal
Output Terminal
RCA Terminal (Switch two outputs with switch)
Size
W26cm×H6.9cm×D19.5cm
Weight
1.86kg