The Vertere Mystic II MC Cartridge is a high-performance moving coil cartridge designed to deliver an uncompromising analog listening experience. Engineered with precision and built from high-quality materials, the Mystic II refines Vertereβs cartridge philosophy by combining accuracy, musicality, and reliability. Created for serious vinyl enthusiasts, it offers a balanced and highly engaging sound while maintaining excellent compatibility with a wide range of high-end systems.
At the heart of the Mystic II is its advanced moving coil generator, utilizing a samarium-cobalt magnet and precision-wound copper coils to produce a clean, stable, and highly responsive signal. This low-output design (0.45mV) ensures excellent transient response and dynamic range, allowing the cartridge to reproduce music with depth, clarity, and precision.
The Mystic II features a micro-elliptical bonded diamond stylus paired with an aluminium cantilever, engineered for precise groove tracking and extended frequency response. This design enables accurate retrieval of fine musical details while maintaining smooth, controlled playback and minimizing surface noise.
Its construction is centered around a solid aluminium alloy body with Vertereβs tri-point contact mounting system, ensuring optimal alignment and efficient energy transfer between the cartridge and tonearm. This structure minimizes unwanted vibrations and enhances overall sonic clarity, contributing to a more focused and natural presentation.
Designed with a wide frequency response of approximately 10Hz to 40kHz, the Mystic II delivers a highly detailed and expansive soundstage, with strong channel separation and excellent tonal balance. Its carefully tuned mass and compliance allow it to perform consistently across a variety of tonearms and phono stages, making it both versatile and high-performing.
Overall, the Vertere Mystic II MC Cartridge is more than just a cartridgeβit is a precision-engineered component designed to uncover the full emotional and technical depth of vinyl recordings. With its combination of advanced generator design, refined materials, and accurate tracking performance, the Mystic II stands as a compelling choice for audiophiles seeking high-end moving coil performance with exceptional musicality.
| Generator Type | Moving Coil |
| Output | 0.45mV (@ 5cm/sec.) |
| Recommended input load | 850Ξ© β 1k5Ξ© |
| Recommended Tracking Weight | 2.0 g (1.90g β 2.10g) |
| Frequency response | 10 Hz -45 kHz |
| Channel separation | Minimum 28 dB |
| Coil resistance | 40 kΞ© |
| Dynamic compliance | 12 x 10-βΆ cm/dyne (@100Hz) |
| Magnet type | Samarium Cobalt |
| Mounting to stylus | 7.8mm |
| Head-shell to stylus | 18.3mm |
| Stylus | Micro Eliptical Diamond Bonded (7.5Γ15.5 ΞΌm) |
| Cantilever | Aluminum β Telescopic |
| Headshell mounting | Special Vertere Tri-Point M2.5 Threaded Fixing Holes |
| Generator fixing | Special Quad-Point Contact Four stainless βspikeβ screws |
| Net weight | 11.0g |
Core Design:
High-precision moving-coil cartridge engineered to deliver an uncompromising analog listening experience with exceptional clarity and musical balance
Low-mass generator paired with a mass-optimized aluminum alloy body to achieve ideal energy transfer and resonance control
Designed and manufactured to exacting standards using precision components and advanced material tuning for consistent performance
Generator & Signal Architecture:
Low-mass moving coil generator utilizing a samarium-cobalt magnet system for stable magnetic field performance and signal accuracy
Cross-coil configuration with precision-wound copper wiring enhances signal purity, dynamics, and channel separation
Quad-point generator fixing system using stainless steel spike screws improves vibration control and structural stability
Cantilever & Stylus System:
Telescopic aluminum cantilever optimized for rigidity and accurate transmission of groove information
Micro-elliptical bonded diamond stylus (7.5 Γ 15.5 ΞΌm) delivers precise groove tracing with low surface noise
Stylus geometry balances tracking accuracy, longevity, and extended high-frequency response
Body & Mechanical Interface:
Precision-machined solid aluminum alloy body tuned to the generator for optimal vibration control and structural rigidity
Tri-point contact mounting system ensures precise alignment and efficient energy transfer to the tonearm
Threaded mounting system with alignment ridge simplifies installation and maintains consistent geometry
Suspension & Tracking Performance:
Optimized suspension system with dynamic compliance of 12 Γ 10β»βΆ cm/dyne for stable and accurate tracking
Recommended tracking force of 2.05 g (1.90 β 2.10 g range) ensures consistent groove contact and low distortion
Designed for high tracking accuracy across complex musical passages with minimal coloration
Frequency Response & Output:
Wide frequency response from 10 Hz to 40 kHz for extended bandwidth and detailed harmonic reproduction
Output level of 0.45 mV ensures compatibility with high-quality moving-coil phono stages
Channel separation greater than 28 dB provides accurate stereo imaging and spatial resolution
Mounting & Compatibility:
Vertere tri-point M2.5 threaded mounting system allows secure, repeatable cartridge installation
Optimized mass of 11.0 g ensures compatibility with a wide range of tonearms
Internal impedance of 850 Ξ© β 1.5 kΞ© supports flexible matching with MC phono preamps
Performance Engineering:
Integrated mechanical and electrical design minimizes resonance and preserves signal integrity throughout playback
Balanced combination of rigidity and compliance delivers natural tonal accuracy with strong dynamic expression
Engineered to extract fine musical detail, depth, and spatial realism from vinyl recordings