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Dual DMS 210

The Dual DMS 210 is an entry level moving magnet pickup built around a conical stylus profile. Its replaceable stylus carries the designation DN 211, so refreshing the tip costs far less than a new cartridge. An output of 3 mV suits any standard MM phono input without extra gain. Rated tracking force runs from 2.0 to 3.0 g with 2.5 g nominal, and Phono Culture lists 3 compatible replacement styli.

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Stylus: DN 211
Type: ММ
Stylus Shape: Conical[ radii (mil / µm) 0.6 mil (≈15 µm) ]
Class: Entry-Level

Mounting: Dual-Klick (TK)
Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D): 6 g
Output Voltage: 3 mV
Frequency Response: 20–20 000 Hz
Recommended Load: 47 kΩ
Tracking Force: 2.0–3.0 g (nominal 2.5 g)
Compliance Value: 18 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne (100 Hz)

Additional Info

The Dual DMS 210 leans toward a soft, non-fatiguing presentation rather than forensic detail. Vocals come through naturally warm, bass keeps modest weight without digging deep, and the spherical tip stays calm on well-worn or budget pressings. As a relaxed all-rounder it suits casual listening on modest systems. The stylus is replaceable, and the DN 212 with a 65 µm tip historically covered 78 rpm duty.

Replacement styluses for Dual DMS 210

Tonar	DN 211	Conical
Dual	DN 212	Conical
Analogis	Dual DN 242	Elliptical

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add 01/17/2026 · upd. 08/02/2026