DS Audio is a pioneering Japanese brand specializing in high-end optical phono cartridges, equalizers, and premium analog audio accessories.
DS Audio, a division of the Digital Stream Corporation based in Kanagawa, Japan, is widely recognized for pioneering the modern optical phono cartridge. By replacing traditional magnetic coils with a lightweight LED and photo-sensor system, DS Audio's optical cartridges eliminate magnetic resistance, delivering unprecedented clarity, speed, and resolution for analog music reproduction.
In addition to their flagship optical cartridges and matching phono equalizers, DS Audio engineers a variety of high-fidelity vinyl accessories. From sonic-vibration stylus cleaning brushes to the innovative ES-001 Eccentricity Detection Stabilizer, the brand is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of analog music technology and ensuring the ultimate listening experience for audiophiles worldwide.
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No, DS Audio optical cartridges require a dedicated DS Audio equalizer. They are amplitude-proportional and need power for the internal LED, which standard MM/MC preamps do not provide.
DS Audio products are generally covered by a one-year limited warranty from the date of original purchase against defects in materials and workmanship.
Use the included maintenance brush to gently remove dust from the brush head. Never use alcohol, thinner, solvents, or record cleaning fluids on the brush head.
The ECC82 (12AU7) tubes typically last 5,000 to 10,000 hours. You should replace them if you notice diminished high or low frequencies, softened sound definition, or extended warm-up times.