AVID HIFI Reference Ruby Ex-Demonstration Moving Coil Cartridge

This ex-demonstration AVID HIFI Reference Ruby is sold with full manufacturer warranty, in excellent condition, with very low usage from shop display only.

For delivery enquiries, product information, or to book your personal audition, please telephone 01603 627010.

Premium British-Engineered Moving Coil Phono Cartridge

The AVID HIFI Reference Ruby represents the culmination of 25 years of vinyl reproduction expertise from this renowned British manufacturer. This flagship moving coil cartridge has been meticulously engineered from first principles, with each component individually optimised to deliver exceptional musical performance and compatibility with premium tonearms.

Advanced Stylus and Cantilever Implementation

This ex-demonstration phono cartridge features sophisticated materials technology:

• Solid Ruby cantilever providing exceptional rigidity and energy transfer characteristics
• Micro-Ridge Diamond stylus ensuring precise groove contact and minimal record wear
• Reduced moving mass with optimised coil windings for superior dynamic capability
• Enlarged magnet assembly yielding a healthy 0.32mV output despite the lower coil mass
• Precision-engineered generator system for accurate channel balance and spatial presentation

Purpose-Designed Body Architecture

The Reference Ruby cartridge showcases AVID's holistic design approach:

• Proprietary body construction designed and manufactured by AVID HIFI
• Complete component encapsulation minimising internal resonances that plague conventional designs
• Optimised energy transfer pathways preventing unwanted vibrations from affecting performance
• Robust mechanical interface ensuring ideal coupling to compatible tonearms
• Overall mass of 9.1 grams suited to medium-mass tonearms from quality manufacturers

Low Output Moving Coil Technology

The AVID phono cartridge employs reference-grade moving coil principles:

• First model in AVID's cartridge range establishing the benchmark for future offerings
• Meticulous attention to moving assembly design for optimal tracking ability
• Carefully calibrated suspension system providing ideal compliance characteristics
• Hand-assembled generator components ensuring tight manufacturing tolerances
• Ideal compatibility with high-quality moving coil phono stages including AVID's own designs

Technical Specifications

The AVID HIFI Reference Ruby offers premium performance metrics:

• Output voltage: 0.32mV
• Cantilever material: Solid Ruby
• Stylus profile: Micro-Ridge Diamond
• Cartridge weight: 9.1 grams
• Tracking force: [Contact for recommended values]

Condition and Warranty Statement

This ex-demonstration AVID HIFI Reference Ruby offers the opportunity to acquire a premium British-designed moving coil cartridge at a reduced cost compared to purchasing new, while maintaining full warranty protection. The unit has been used solely as a shop display model with minimal playing time, ensuring maximum stylus life and optimal performance.

To arrange your personal demonstration of this ex-demonstration AVID HIFI cartridge, please contact us using the telephone number above.