South of Montrèal not far from the US-borderline we find a small company started in 2016 by the enthusiast Guy Pelletier. MusiKraft consist of a core of busic-loving craftsmen, and their philosophy is that the best sound isn`t allways neutral.
They have taken the Denon DL-103, a 55 years old MC-pickup that Arve has written a very comprehensive article about. A well known weakness With the DL-103 the house giving resonnances, and this is the main reason for MusiKraft launching this Upgrade for DL-103. They have been working for a longer period develloping a special house for the DL-103. This involves demounting the original house on the DL-103 before the body is mounted into this New metal frame.
The DL-103 has existed in a lot of different versions, and of obvious reasons MusiKraft have limited their Choice to the two Versions still in production - the DL-103 and the DL-103R.
The house is offered in four main Versions, with different materials in the frame. In addition there are many different versions of wood in-fill.
You may choose if you want to buy only the house, or a Complete set With a DL-103 or DL-103R installed.
Read the press-release from MusiKraft.
- Audio MusiKraft announces its official launch -
MusiKraft, the world’s first and only “tweakable” and "customizable" phono cartridge.
Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec (May 9, 2017): Audio MusiKraft announces today the audiophile market entry of its brand new turntable products and online boutique. The MusiKraft shells specifically designed for the Denon DL-103 and DL-103R phono cartridges are all customizable and available in three (3) different metals along with a selection of twenty-four (24) different wood species. Here are some models:
- S-Al in clear or champagne anodized aluminum: from US $229 (bare, without wood insert, nor cartridge)
- S-Al-103 in clear or champagne anodized aluminum: from US $539 (kit form including the DL-103)
- S-AlLi-103 in hand polished aluminum-lithium: from US $739 (kit form including the DL-103)
- S-Mg-103 in chemical conversion coated magnesium: from US $789 (kit form including the DL-103)
The MusiKraft shell is based on the legendary Denon DL-103 phono cartridge. The product has been designed by longtime vinyl aficionados in search of the ultimate. Four years of research and development were invested and during this period many prototypes were realized and voiced. The present shell morphology is the culmination of all this work and offers many advantages to bring the Denon DL-103 to a much higher level of performance, along with personalizing the sound and looks to the audiophile's taste. To adapt the shell, a modification to the original cartridge is required as the shell system replaces the standard plastic casing. When liberated from its plastic casing and merged to the MusiKraft shell system, the customer is then able to hear and exploit the full potential of the classic Denon cartridge.
- Take Control of Your Sound -
Features and Innovations
- Material combinations on the same housing (metal and wood)
- Precise machining (strict ± 0.001" tolerance)
- Straightforward and quick phono cartridge installation
- Unique lightweight magnesium shell model
- Three (3) metal materials offered
- Interchangeable wood inserts to combine tonality and/or aesthetics (24 available species)
- Various finish and tonal wood treatments
- Three (3) fine tuning micro-screws for voicing
- Five (5) different geometric positions for overhang adjustment
- Simplified front and lateral reference alignment
- Reusable and interchangeable shell
About us
Audio MusiKraft is a manufacturer of audio components dedicated to high fidelity. Founded in 2016 by Guy Pelletier, MusiKraft is a small core of experienced craftsmen and devoted music lovers dedicated to bringing audiophiles outstanding components with exceptional value; all the while advancing our utmost objective: true musical fulfillment. For more information please visit the web boutique audiomusikraft.com/store/en
Disclaimer
Although we strive to make the information in this document helpful and accurate, it is done so without warranties of any kind, either expressed or implied and is subject to change at any time. The Company reserves all of its right.
