/
v.1.9.0 updated 07/17/2026
Damn it, I tried, but mistakes happen. Check if you don't want to fall into a trap!
cartz@phonoculture.com
Damn it, I tried, but mistakes happen. Check if you don't want to fall into a trap!
cartz@phonoculture.com
Hi!
Let me explain why you need notes. Just click on me
[Test Note] Check Empire 2000E/III on my setup
Dynavector 17DS Super
The Dynavector 17DS Super carries the brand's short cantilever concept into the high end. Its low 0.2 mV output needs a dedicated MC phono input or a step up transformer. The Fine Line stylus runs at a rated tracking force of 1.8 g. The stylus is integrated, so a worn diamond means a retip.
- Class:
High-End
- Mounting
- standard 1/2"
- Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D)
- 5.3 g
- Output Voltage
- 0.2 mV
- Frequency Response
- 20–90 000 Hz
- Channel Separation
- 25 dB
- Channel Balance
- ≤ 1 dB
- Recommended Load
- > 100 Ω
- Tracking Force
- 1.8 g
- Compliance Value
- dynamic 15 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne
- Cantilever
- solid diamond ~1.7 mm (tapered)
- Documents
Additional Info
The Dynavector 17DS Super pairs a precision-cut Fine Line stylus with a tapered diamond cantilever around 1.7mm long, delivering razor-etched detail and taut, well-controlled dynamics. Imaging is pinpoint, bass stays dense and articulate, and vocals read natural rather than clinical. Catalogued also as the Karat 17 Diamond Super, it rewards resolving systems and genres that prize micro-detail and grip over forgiveness. The stylus is integrated, so wear means a retip.
Sound × Setup
Loading chart...
Collectors
Loading...
add 01/17/2026 · upd. 08/02/2026