{"product_id":"rega-aphelion-2-reference-moving-coil-cartridge","title":"Rega - Aphelion 2 - Reference Moving Coil Cartridge","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: #222; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rega Aphelion 2 Reference Moving Coil Cartridge is Rega’s flagship low-output moving coil design engineered to deliver uncompromising analog performance for world-class vinyl playback systems. Developed using advanced materials, ultra-low-mass construction techniques, and precision hand-built assembly methods, the Aphelion 2 is designed to maximize musical detail retrieval, transient speed, and tonal accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt around a highly optimized moving coil generator architecture, the Aphelion 2 incorporates a boron rod cantilever, fine line nude diamond stylus profile, and an ultra-miniaturized iron micro cross and coil assembly to achieve exceptional groove tracing precision and extremely low moving mass. Rega’s high-power neodymium magnet system and ultra-fine 0.018mm wire construction further enhance speed, transparency, and low-level detail retrieval.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe graded zero-tolerance black anodised aluminium body provides exceptional rigidity and resonance control while maintaining precise alignment integrity. Optimized for use with premium moving coil phono stages, the Aphelion 2 delivers exceptional channel separation, refined tonal balance, and highly accurate musical presentation for reference analog systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Configurations \u0026amp; Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCompatible with adjustable MC phono stages\u003cbr\u003eLifetime warranty against manufacturer defects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f39c12; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReference low-output moving coil cartridge design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraded zero tolerance black anodised aluminium body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoron rod cantilever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e‘Fine line’ profile nude diamond stylus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIron micro cross and coil assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of the world’s smallest moving coil generators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorld’s most powerful miniaturised neodymium magnet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh specification fine wire 0.018mm construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra-low-mass moving coil architecture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimized for reference MC phono stages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for highly accurate groove tracing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional low-level detail retrieval\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-resonance mechanical construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e against manufacturer defects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned and engineered by Rega\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f39c12; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reference Moving Coil Cartridge\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTracking Pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.9g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Load Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100Ω\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10Ω\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal Output Voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 350μV\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChannel Balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e ≥ 10μV\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e ≥ -29dB\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMass:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Load Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100Ω\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Capacitance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1000pF\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Gain Setting:\u003c\/strong\u003e High (“On” position for Rega phono stages)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rega","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51748126359840,"sku":null,"price":5545.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/3728\/1568\/files\/aphelion-2-gallery-01.jpg?v=1779905176","url":"https:\/\/salon1audio.com\/products\/rega-aphelion-2-reference-moving-coil-cartridge","provider":"Salon 1 Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}