Discover reference-class vinyl playback with the Michell Cusis M. This premium moving coil cartridge combines a precision Microline stylus, boron cantilever and resonance-damped body for exceptional detail, accuracy and musicality. Read more.
The Michell Cusis M represents the pinnacle of the Michell Audio Cusis cartridge range. Designed for discerning vinyl enthusiasts, this sophisticated moving coil cartridge combines exceptional engineering with outstanding musical refinement. Its ultra-precise Microline stylus, lightweight boron cantilever and carefully optimised generator system are engineered to retrieve the finest musical information from the record groove. The result is a highly detailed, natural and balanced presentation that allows the character of the original recording to shine through.
The Cusis M features an advanced Microline diamond stylus designed to follow the intricate modulations of a vinyl groove with exceptional accuracy. Combined with the rigid, lightweight boron cantilever, this design supports precise tracking and the faithful reproduction of subtle musical detail, complex passages and spatial information.
At the heart of the Michell Cusis M is a purpose-designed moving coil generator. A samarium-cobalt magnet works together with pure iron to produce a stable magnetic field. Precision-wound coils made from ultra-fine 30-micrometre pure copper wire are mounted on an extremely lightweight armature.
By reducing moving mass and carefully optimising the damping system, Michell has developed a cartridge capable of conveying subtle dynamic contrasts, instrumental texture and musical expression with remarkable precision.
The Cusis M features a distinctive carbon-loaded acrylic body, selected for its effective resonance-damping properties. A substantial aluminium chassis provides a rigid mechanical foundation, helping to minimise unwanted vibrations and maintain stable operation.
This combination of carefully chosen materials and precision engineering contributes to an exceptionally transparent, controlled and neutral musical presentation.
| Brand | Michell Audio |
| Model | Cusis M |
| Cartridge type | Moving Coil (MC) |
| Stylus profile | Microline |
| Cantilever material | Boron |
| Output voltage | 0.25 mV |
| Tracking force | 2.0 g |
| Recommended loading | 100 Ω |
| Frequency response | 15 – 45,000 Hz |
| Channel balance | Less than 1 dB |
| Channel separation | 28 dB |
| Compliance | 8 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne |
| Tracking ability | 70 µm at 2.0 g |
| Internal impedance | 3 Ω |
| Coil material | Pure copper, 30 µm |
| Body material | Carbon-loaded acrylic |
| Chassis | Aluminium |
| Weight | 8.1 g |
| Run-in period | More than 40 hours |
The Michell Cusis M is a low-output moving coil cartridge requiring a suitable MC phono stage with sufficient gain for its 0.25 mV output. Michell specifies a recommended load of 100 ohms.
For the best results, ensure compatibility with your tonearm and carefully adjust cartridge alignment, tracking force and anti-skating.
The manufacturer specifies a run-in period of more than 40 hours before the cartridge reaches its settled performance.
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