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Its true mono generator is inherently immune to unwanted vertical groove modulation, dramatically reducing the effects of groove wear, dust, and surface noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for collectors and audiophiles seeking the finest possible reproduction of monophonic recordings, the MC A Mono offers an authentic listening experience that fully captures the richness, focus, and emotional impact of classic mono vinyl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#f39c12;\"\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue Mono low-output moving coil phono cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated mono generator for authentic mono playback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecial polished Nude Ortofon Replicant 100 stylus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoron cantilever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTitanium body manufactured using Selective Laser Melting (SLM)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide Range Damping (WRD) system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eField Stabilizing Element (FSE) magnet technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-strength neodymium magnet system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAucurum gold-plated 6NX oxygen-free copper coils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned and manufactured in Denmark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#f39c12;\"\u003eDESIGN \u0026amp; 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