Our top model of custom phono capsule, with paired crystal gold coils and a 0.50mV / channel output. On special request, medium and high output versions are available; (Its variations in other parameters are less than those described here for the standard version of 0.50 mV / channel).

The BLACK BEAUTY GPX is a resolution-enhanced version of the GRASSHOPPER IV GLA, the refinements of which were only possible after switching to the totally metal-free and extremely revealing The THIRD ® loudspeaker cable in Mr. van's audio system. den Hul.

The refined body of the BLACK BEAUTY GPX is made of black polycarbonate with the same construction as the GRASSHOPPER IV GLA. The BLACK BEAUTY GPX sets new sonic standards in analog playback.

Auditory impressions are like being in the concert hall with a very precise projection of the instruments, the acoustics and even the conductor in the space. The music as a whole sounds extremely realistic and very convincing, with a lot of authority, especially in the lows and low mids; the highs are very pure and extremely well structured.

The differences to the GRASSHOPPER IV GLA are:

Improved magnetic arrangement, construction and properties.

A reduced cantilever length.

Due to points 1 and 2 the resolution is higher.

The suspension uses a very special damping rubber.

There is more "space" between musical instruments and voices.

The output is reduced by 0.65 mV / ch. at 0.50 mV / ch. by using double-layered paired crystalline gold coils in a cross-shaped armature, resulting in greater channel spacing.

LA BELLEZA NEGRA GPX:

version a) Standard.

b) Average output.

c) High Output.

needle replacement see (* 1).

VDH-IS needle shape.

2 x 85 micron needle radii.

frequency range 5 - 65,000 Hz.

tracking force 12 - 14 mN.

see (* 3).

static compliance 35 Micron / mN.

70 Micron tracking capacity.

output voltage.

a) see (* 4).

b) 1.0 mV RMS.

c) 2.0 mV RMS.

channel imbalance <0.5 dB.

channel separation.

a)> 33 /> 28 dB.

b)> 32 /> 28 dB.

c)> 32 /> 28 dB.

stylus tip mass 0.32 milligrams.

System weight 8.5 grams.

vertical tracking angle 22 degrees.

load capacitance see (* 2).

Load impedance.

a)> 500 Ohm.

b) 47 kOhm.

c) 47 kOhm.

tone arm mass ef 6 - 10 grams.

voice coil resistance.

a) 16 Ohm +/- 10%.

b) 41 Ohm +/- 10%.

c) 96 Ohm +/- 10%.