DV-10XA-L

Phono Cartridge

The Dynavector 10X series is a high output Moving Coil (MC) Cartridge that has been acclaimed worldwide since its release in 1978, amazing the audio industry by unleashing something that was long considered a challenge for MC cartridges.

In both 1978 and 1981, the 10X series was honored the Design and Engineering Award at Chicago CES（Consumer's Electronics Show）and has continued to captivate audiophiles around the world with its distinctive red body.

Since its debut, the 10X series has continuously evolved to deliver a better experience for our users. In 2003, a solid aluminum head block was introduced for increased rigidity providing a better platform to secure with the headshell. In 2018, the 10X5 MkII replaced the traditional elliptical stylus tip with a "Shibata III" line contact stylus improving tracking ability.

Now, in 2025, the 10X series reaches new heights of performance with a newly developed magnetic circuit that incorporates Dynavector's proprietary "Special Magnetic Annealing" technology. The new 10XA model delivers exceptionally smooth and articulate analog playback, offering a listening experience that goes far beyond what is expected from an entry-level cartridge.

Features of 10XA phono cartridge:

• Special Annealing Magnetic Circuit
• 10XA-L: A Low Output Model that Captures the True Characteristics of an MC - LOW
• Shibata Type III Stylus for Exceptional High Frequency Performance
• Neodymium Magnet and Softened Magnetic Field
• Broad Compatibility

Specifications:

• Type: Low output moving coil cartridge with flux damper and softened magnetism
• Output Voltage: 0.5 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec.)
• Channel Separation: 25 dB (at 1 kHz)
• Channel balance: 1.0 dB (at 1 kHz)
• Frequency response: 20 - 20,000 Hz（±2 dB)
• Compliance: 12 mm/N
• Tracking force: 1.8 - 2.2 g
• Impedance: 32 Ω
• Recommended load impedance: > 100 Ω
• Cantilever: 6 mm length hardened aluminium pipe
• Stylus tip: Nude Diamond "Shibata III" Line Contact
• Weight: 7.5 g