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Specifications
- Tracking Force: 1.5 – 2.5g (2.0g nominal)
- Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz ± 3dB
- Channel Balance: 1.5dB @ 1kHz
- Channel Separation: >20dB @ 1kHz
- Output: 3.5mV ± 2dB, 1kHz @ 5cm/sec
- Vertical Tracking Angle: 20 degrees
- Stylus Shape: Conical 0.6 mil
- Stylus Type: Replaceable
- Cantilever: Aluminum pipe
- Load Impedance: 47,000 Ohm
- Stylus Construction: Bonded round shank
- Cartridge Weight: 5.0g
- Fixing Center: 0.5" (12.7mm)
Description
The Music Hall Melody is an exceptional upgrade over entry-level phono cartridges. Developed and built by Audio Technica exclusively for Music Hall, this cartridge offers exceptional performance at an affordable price point.
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Brand highlights
Taking a step back to look at reviewers' thoughts of the brand's entire lineup—not just this product—what stands out most is the following:
- The brand's turntables frequently feature a dual-plinth design with Sorbothane hemispheres for vibration damping, enhancing sonic clarity by isolating the platter and tonearm.
- Music Hall offers models with built-in phono preamplifiers, providing flexibility for use with various audio systems and allowing for future upgrades with external phono stages.
- They are known for incorporating user-friendly features like adjustable VTA (Vertical Tracking Angle) which lets listeners optimize stylus alignment for different record thicknesses.
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Music Hall US-1 Turntable:
- Positioning: An affordable, entry-level turntable designed for ease of use and basic vinyl playback.
- Description: Features an extremely quiet belt drive with a built-in phono amp that works well in small rooms and for personal listening. Compared to the higher-priced models, it offers fewer adjustable features and less vibration isolation, making it ideal for budget-conscious buyers with simple functionality needs.
MMF-2.3 Turntable:
- Positioning: A well-crafted manual turntable that balances quality performance with affordability.
- Description: Comes with a carbon fiber tonearm, vibration damping adjustable feet, and a low noise manual belt-drive system that enhances dynamic playback. In contrast to the entry-level US-1, it offers more refined component isolation and adjustability.
MMF-3.3 SE Walnut Turntable:
- Positioning: A premium turntable built to deliver enhanced sound quality for emerging audiophiles.
- Description: Uses dual-plinth technology, a carbon fiber tonearm, and electronic speed control to raise audio performance. Compared to the US-1 and MMF-2.3, it offers improved vibration damping and tracking precision.
MMF-9.3 Turntable:
- Positioning: A high-performance turntable engineered with advanced isolation and precise control for critical listening.
- Description: Features triple-plinth construction, a full carbon fiber tonearm with adjustable VTA, and a decoupled motor design that minimizes vibrations for accurate sound reproduction. When compared to the lower-priced models, its precise isolation and enhanced adjustability cater to users with larger setups and higher sonic goals.
MMF-11.3 SE Walnut Turntable:
- Positioning: The flagship turntable showcasing cutting-edge design and state-of-the-art technology for unrivaled audio fidelity.
- Description: Integrates a quadruple-plinth design, microprocessor-controlled electronic speed control, and a one-piece carbon fiber tonearm to deliver superior acoustic performance. In comparison to all other models in the lineup, its advanced isolation, comprehensive adjustability, and premium components justify its higher price for audiophiles targeting the ultimate listening experience in spacious setups.
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$500
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Products Listed
25
Founding Year
1985
Our take on the brand
Music Hall's turntables feature a unique dual-plinth or triple-plinth construction that isolates critical sound components from the motor, enhancing clarity and reducing interference. The brand's HA25.3 headphone amplifier combines tube warmth with solid-state precision and doubles as a standalone tube pre-amp, offering versatility uncommon in similar products.
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