The Roksan Shiraz Cartridge is a reference-class moving coil (MC) phono cartridge engineered for ultimate musical accuracy and expression. Designed in collaboration with specialist cartridge manufacturers, it combines a solid boron cantilever and a Gyger II stylus for ultra-precise groove tracking. The Shiraz reveals extraordinary detail, dynamics, and tonal balance, offering a lifelike and emotionally engaging analog listening experience.
APPLICATIONS
- High-end vinyl playback and audiophile turntable systems
- Perfect match for Roksan tonearms such as Nima or Sara
- Use with premium MC-compatible phono stages
- Professional reference and mastering environments
- Custom-built hi-fi setups emphasizing analog fidelity
- Critical listening and vinyl archiving applications
- Upgrading from MM cartridges for higher detail and resolution
FEATURES
- Moving coil design with ultra-low mass assembly
- Solid boron cantilever for superior stiffness and precision
- Gyger II stylus profile for exceptional groove tracing
- High channel separation for enhanced stereo imaging
- Rigid body construction for minimized resonance
- Wide frequency response and fast transient accuracy
- Ideal synergy with Roksan tonearms and high-end turntables
- Handcrafted and individually tested in the UK
SPECIFICATIONS
| Model | Shiraz Cartridge |
| Brand | Roksan |
| Category | Moving Coil Phono Cartridge |
| Stylus Type | Gyger II Line Contact |
| Cantilever | Solid Boron |
| Output Voltage | 0.22 mV @ 1 kHz |
| Channel Separation | 30 dB @ 1 kHz |
| Channel Balance | Within 1 dB |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 30 kHz |
| Tracking Force | 1.8 – 2.2 g (2.0 g nominal) |
| Internal Impedance | 7 Ω |
| Load Impedance | 100 Ω (recommended) |
| Weight | 10.3 g |
| Body Material | Machined Aluminum |
| Usage | High-End Vinyl Playback, Reference Analog Systems |
| SKU | ROKSHIRAZMC |
| TSC | TV-40 |









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