STEREO
Review: SOUNDSMITH Zephyr MKIII.
STEREO
Soundsmith · Cellule phono
Zephyr MKIII
Fixed-coil / Moving Iron cartridge.
High output. Aluminium cantilever and line-contact diamond.
My view on this product
I like the Zephyr MKIII for its firm, structured bass and the solidity it gives the whole performance. Voices retain natural body, strings freshness and small orchestral details remain audible without artificial emphasis. I hear energetic dynamics giving impacts weight while preserving nuances. The soundstage reveals stable layers. For me, its balance combines openness, substance and precision, preserving tonal enjoyment without always rounding attacks or blurring bass.
The design in detail
Technical specifications
| Model | SOUNDSMITH Zephyr MKIII |
|---|---|
| Design | Fixed-coil / Moving Iron cartridge. |
| Connections | High output. |
| Architecture | Aluminium cantilever and line-contact diamond. |
| Features | Recommended tracking force: 1,8 – 2,2 g. |
| Features | Frequency response: 15 Hz – 45 kHz (±2 dB). |
| Connections | Output voltage: above 2,4 mV (5 cm/s). |
Different perspectives
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