The Denon DL-301 MKII phono cartridge is the updated version of the popular and high performance Denon DL-301 that lets you enjoy music while preserving the life of your cherished LPs. Employs a double layer tapered cantilever, a cruciform armature, and a minute solid diamond stylus that together forms the vibrating system. The use of this rigid and lightweight vibrating system results in proper damping, outstanding trace capability, dynamic sound, and light tracking force. To eliminate unnecessary resonance, the cartridge is equipped with a light-alloy precision-engineered case. As a result, rigidity of the body's structure has been improved thus resulting in a crystal clean and accurate sound quality. Features Denon's unique 2-way dumping system that suppresses tonal variations due to changes in room temperature and at the same time obtains level frequency characteristics.