ZYX Ultimate EX-Dynamic

Dynamic Cartridge

At ZYX, we have designed many cartridges throughout our history. However, the Ultimate DYNAMIC model is the first to feature a magnetic circuit that is significantly different from our previous designs. Because the coil bobbin is made from a non-magnetic material, the signal output is only 1/6 of the required level. To compensate for this, we use a larger magnet and increase the coil windings threefold to achieve the correct signal level.

The inspiration behind the Ultimate DYNAMIC model lies in the non-magnetic coil bobbin, which is similar to that of the cutter head in a record-cutting machine. The cantilever used in this model is the C-1000 carbon cantilever, and the non-magnetic bobbin is crafted from a rigid yet lightweight composite carbon fiber plate.

When you listen to the Ultimate DYNAMIC model, you will be at a loss for words to describe its superb sound quality.

Composite Carbon Terminal Board

This world-first, ultra-hard terminal board has been employed to securely lock the output terminal pins and statically stabilize the unit, effectively guarding against any extraneous vibrations. Additionally, this terminal board can be grounded to the phono-stage amplifier through the ground line of the right channel output. You will experience the purest sound, with the capacitance between the four terminal pins virtually eliminated.

World’s First C-1000 Carbon Cantilever in a Moving Coil Cartridge

The ZYX Ultimate series (100, Airy, 4D, OMEGA, and DYNAMIC) features the world's first carbon cantilever used in a moving coil cartridge. The carbon rod is constructed from 1,000 pieces of composite carbon fiber, giving it the name "C-1000 carbon cantilever." This composite carbon fiber is more rigid than aluminum, iron, or titanium, and its specific gravity is only half that of boron. This makes the C-1000 carbon cantilever the ultimate and ideal material for analog record playback.

The carbon cantilever provides an exceptionally wide frequency range and superior tracking performance. Additionally, the mechanical sound signal picked up at the stylus can travel directly and unobstructed to the coil through the 1,000 carbon fibers. This ensures that reflected, repeated, or modulated mechanical sound signals are entirely absent, resulting in the finest, most natural, dynamic, and true-to-source sound you've ever experienced.

Cartridge Case for Real Stereo

Vital design elements 11, 12, and 13 impose complex demands on the electrical properties of the cartridge body. To meet these requirements and prevent external disturbances from affecting the generator system, a non-metallic body composed of two types of hard material is necessary. This design also prevents eddy currents within the case from influencing the generator output signal and eliminates any resonance on the body surfaces.

Super High-Speed Reproduction Engine

This specially processed circuit is designed to nullify magnetic resistance within the magnetic gap, enabling high-speed power generation across the entire bandwidth without time delay. Furthermore, this circuit can instantly and perfectly eliminate any remaining eddy currents.

Micro-Ridge Stylus

The stylus used in the Ultimate series features diamond shank edges set parallel to the sides of the cantilever. This alignment ensures that the hardest axis of the crystal contacts the record groove, resulting in stable and smooth tracing, producing a very refined sound. Additionally, this design extends the stylus's lifespan to 2,000 hours. The stylus is of the Micro-Ridge type, originally developed in Japan, offering the highest performance. The contact radius is consistently 3μm, thanks to the 6μm thickness of the ridge.

Pure 6N OFC Crystal Copper Wire Generator Coils

This pure crystal copper wire, produced through a special process, achieves an even sound balance across the entire audible range.