Clearaudio da Vinci V2 Moving Coil Phono Cartridge

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General:
The Clearaudio DA Vinci V2 is one of the top three phono cartridges they manufacture,  and this particular example is in excellent condition.

This cartridge was examined under our dedicated shop microscope and shows little to no wear. The cantilever is straight and centered, and the stylus is perfect. The coils were tested and are measuring within spec.

Features include: 
- Boron cantilever
- 24k Gold Coils
- Micro HD stylus

Included with the phono cartridge is the original wooden box, plastic pyramid shaped case, and stylus protector.

SkyFi Cosmetic Notes:
Some wear shown on the box, Overall good condition.

Ownership:
Single Owner

General Sound:
Smooth, uncolored, undistorted natural and clean

Cosmetic Condition:
8/10 = Very Good. Excellent front faceplate, one minor flaw on chassis side or top. See our detailed rating description here.

Working Condition:
Working perfectly and tested in our lab.

Included:
Unit and box

Original MSRP:
$7,700.00

Specs:
Total mass: 6.8g
Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
Output voltage: (at 5cm/sec)0.5mV
Channel separation: 25 – 30 dB
Channel balance: < 0.5 dB
Tracking ability: 80μm
Recommended tracking force: 2.8g (± 0.2g)
Cartridge impedance: 50 Ω
Cantilever / stylus shape: Boron / Clearaudio Prime Line
Compliance: 15μ/mN
Coil assembly: Absolutely symmetrical design
Coil material: 24 carat gold
Cartridge body: aluminium with 30 micron ceramic coating

Testing Process:
We start by doing a detailed physical inspection under light magnification to asses the cantilever condition, its position in the cartridge body, and the condition of the suspension.

We also inspect any coil wires and the output connections to make sure it hasn't been strained. We then perform a light cleaning with specialized agents and very carefully blow dry with compressed air.

Following that, we conduct a thorough examination using our Wild Heerbrugg professional microscope. From there we can asses the wear and quality of the stylus and determine how much use it has seen, and if there are any mechanical issues. We can also identify if it needs further cleaning or care.

We then move the cartridge to a digital microscope where we take photos of the cantilever and stylus for future reference.

Next we move to the test bench where we can check for continuity of each channel and resistance.

On certain cartridges (or if the technician feels necessary) we install the cartridge on a turntable and run several test records to ascertain tacking ability, distortion, and compliance.