Vertere SOLO and LunA: New mono cartridge and power supply introduced
After stereo comes mono
Vertere introduces the SOLO mono MC cartridge and the LunA linear power supply. More precision, dynamics, and sound quality for demanding vinyl systems.
Author: Stefan Schickedanz
Stefan Schickedanz
The founder and editor in chief of STEREO GUIDE has been testing for over three decades as a hi-fi expert for print and online magazines such as AUDIO, stereoplay, LowBeats or FAZ Kaufkompass. In addition to cultivated music playback, he likes fast cars - including classic cars - with rich sound. He also reports regularly on this topic, not least on this platform.
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