Audio Note iQ III Stereo MM Phono Cartridge; IQ3 (Low Hours)
Product: Audio Note iQ III Stereo MM Phono Cartridge; IQ3 (Low Hours)
Product SKU: 26682
Cosmetic Description: 9/10 Excellent condition with no notable blemishes.
What is Included: Cartridge, Manual, Mounting screws, Allen wrench, Factory packaging
Functional Notes: Operational condition of this item is excellent, fully tested and no issues found.
Age: Less than one year
# of Owners: 1
Tobacco Exposure: No
Service History: None
Other Notes: Under 200 hours of total use
"I think we definitely have a contender (and possibly a winner) here for the "best MM" crown. Yes, you may think that 680GBP is pricey for an MM. Which maybe I'd agree with when looking at the traditional wisdom of buying MCs from maybe 400GBP. But, and here's the important bit. The IQ3 will show a clean pair of heels to other MMs and I'd expect it to do the same to a lot of MCs at and above this price without the necessity to buy an expensive MC compatible phono stage. It is a distinct step up from the 2M Black I reviewed earlier this year and I would say from memory that it has my beloved Reson Reca beat as well. As they're two cartridges I regard highly I have to say the IQ3 is well worth an audition. Leave your prejudices about MMs at home and prepare to be surprised." - TNT-Audio
Reviews: TNT-Audio
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