KUZMA · CAR
CAR-20H
High-output performance for seamless integration with standard phono stages.
The CAR-20H provides an effortless path to high-end analogue performance by removing the need for additional step-up amplification. Sharing the same core design and structural integrity as the acclaimed CAR-20, this high-output model ensures that users can enjoy the benefits of a moving coil generator through their existing phono preamplifier.
Positioned as a versatile member of the CAR line, the 20H is constructed with the same rigorous attention to mechanical energy management. Its housing, a composite of precision-machined brass and aluminium, provides a stable, inert environment for the generator, effectively suppressing the micro-vibrations that can compromise signal purity.
Sonically, the CAR-20H delivers a balanced and authoritative presentation. It avoids the temptation of exaggerated high-frequency detail, choosing instead to focus on natural timbre, rhythmic fluidity, and a deep, quiet background. Whether applied to complex classical arrangements or intimate jazz sessions, it offers a consistent, musically satisfying performance that remains true to the source.
Key Features
01
High-output generator
Provides a 2mV output, allowing for direct connection to standard moving magnet phono inputs.
02
Rigid dual-material housing
Constructed from a combination of brass and aluminium to provide a stable, vibration-dampened platform for the generator.
03
Synthetic elliptical stylus
Precision-profiled for accurate groove tracing and long-term durability.
Chapter 01
Design Philosophy
The core objective of the CAR-20H design is to provide the resolution and speed of a moving coil cartridge without the common requirement for high-gain, low-noise pre-amplification. By optimising the generator coils, Kuzma maintains the performance advantages of the CAR series in a format that works seamlessly with standard systems.
Chapter 02
Build Standards
Like the rest of the Kuzma cartridge line, the 20H is manufactured to strict specifications by experienced specialists. The robust, heavy construction serves as a mechanical anchor, ensuring that the cantilever is the only component responding to the record groove, thereby reducing background noise and coloration.
Chapter 03
Listening Notes
The CAR-20H is favoured for its inherent musicality and lack of fatigue. It captures the pace and timing of a performance with authority, providing a stable soundstage and rich, natural vocal reproduction. It is a practical yet uncompromising solution for the discerning vinyl enthusiast.
Specifications
TypeHigh-output moving coil
Frequency response10 Hz – 33 kHz
Sensitivity2.0 mV
Impedance130 Ohms
Weight17 g
Coil Wire STD Copper
Cantilever Material Aluminium
Stylus Synthetic Elliptical
Output Voltage (3.54 cm/1 kHz) 2 mV
Channel Balance (1 kHz) <1.5 db
Channel Separation (1 kHz) >21 db
Tracking Force 2.0 gr
Compliance 8 x 10-6 cm/dyne
Trackability >60 μm/2.0 gr
Internal Impedance 130 Ω
Load Impedance47 kΩ