{"product_id":"lux-lmc5-p","title":"Luxman LMC-5 MC Cartridge - Open Box","description":"\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen Box - Display Cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever Used \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful sounding cartridge with a gorgeous fluid and organic sound - delicious !\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReliable groove reading, accurately articulating the most delicate music signals pressed on vinyl\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLUXMANs latest phono cartridge is the LMC-5. After 40 years experience, Luxman's aim was to design it to have sensitivity to all the musical information pressed on a record. The MC type power generation engine features a cross-mounted iron core with a compact magnetic system to improve efficiency. For the vibration detection system, Luxman selected a combination of an aluminium cantilever and a SHIBATA stylus, which boasts excellent tracing ability. In addition, the unique housing structure was achieved by repeated prototyping and fine tuning. Luxman have developed this cartridge with confidence for all those who love vinyl and value its musicality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStylus and power generation engine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLUXMAN has consistently designed components for vinyl playback such as Luxman's PD series analog players and Luxman's E\/EQ phono equaliser amplifier series. After a development period of 2 years, the LMC-5 is LUXMANs first original cartridge in 40 years. For the stylus, in order to read the musical information pressed on the record accurately and reliably, Luxman selected a combination of an aluminium cantilever with high tracing ability and a SHIBATA stylus to pick up a large amount of information with less audible noise. In order to secure the fulcrum of the vibration system, a low distortion structure has been realised by using the one-point piano wire support method. The MC type power generation engine uses a cross mounted iron core with the coils for the left and right channels wound symmetrically. Adopting a magnetic structure with a small field area reduces the intrusion of external noise. Luxman have achieved significant size and weight reductions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBody structure and design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom Luxman's experiences with closed body designs, the coil and cantilever can act like a microphone, picking up the reflected sound, therefore reducing the enclosure results in less sound colouration. In order to prioritise weight reduction and resonance countermeasures, the housing is crafted down to a minimal design which still firmly supports the power generation engine. The minimised outer chassis has an inverted egg-shaped curve that suppresses unnecessary reflected sound and vibrations. The machined aluminium body is anodised to a deep red, which is LUXMANs corporate colour, and with the L mark logo laser-etched on the front, it subtly asserts LUXMANs identity. Each one is carefully assembled by Luxman's team of craftspeople, the best in Japanese cartridge manufacture, and delivered to music lovers, worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReplacement of stylus tip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis unit has a fixed stylus tip. If you wish to replace it due to wear on the stylus tip over time, please consult Luxman at Audio Emotion to arrange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003eSpecification\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType MC (MOVING COIL)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal impedance 4.7 (1kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking force 2.1 to 2.3g (2.2g as standard)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput voltage 0.4mV (1kHz, 3.54cm \/ sec.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response 10Hz to 35kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannel separation \/ balance 28dB (1kHz) \/ 0.5dB (1kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended load impedance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(when head amplifier is connected) 40 or more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended load impedance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(When step-up transformer is connected) 2.5 to 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic compliance 8 x 10-6cm \/ dyne (100Hz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus Solid diamond \/ SHIBATA stylus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever 0.5mm aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVertical tracking angle 25°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnet Samarium-cobalt magnet BH20\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoil 30m UEW\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial of magnetic circuit Pure iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTerminals 1.2mm, White (L+) , Blue (L) , Red (R+) , Green (R-)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Aluminum A6063\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions, Threaded holes 17.0 (W) x 18.3 (H) x 21.3 (D)mm (excluding terminals),\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM2.6mm x 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight 8.5g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories Manual, Washer x 2, Screws M2.6 (5mm x 2, 8mm x 2, 10mm x 2),\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHex wrench and stylus cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Luxman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51937785774346,"sku":"LUXMAN-2035","price":1390.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/3283\/6618\/files\/luxman-lmc-5-mc-cartridge-open-box-48134-p.png?v=1760360413","url":"https:\/\/audioemotion.co.uk\/products\/lux-lmc5-p","provider":"Audio Emotion Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}