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Tedeska DT101 L

The Tedeska DT101 L is hand built by the small German workshop at the high end. Its low 0.4 mV output requires a dedicated MC phono input or a step up transformer. The conical stylus is integrated, so a worn diamond means a retip. The rated tracking force range deserves a check against the maker's documentation.

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Mounting
Long dose (bayonet)
Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D)
25 g
Output Voltage
0.4 mV
Frequency Response
20–20 000 Hz
Recommended Load
2.5–3.5 g (nominal 2.8 g)
VTA
8 × 10⁻⁶ см/дин @ 10 Hz
Compliance Value
8 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne @ 10 Hz
Cantilever
carbon (vertical shaft without iron)

Additional Info

The Tedeska DT101 L is a dedicated mono MC from the Eins Line, built around a pretensioned axial generator. Its conical stylus delivers unusually natural, forward vocals with quick dynamic snap and clean detail, while noise handling stays moderate rather than heroic. Well-cleaned mono jazz pressings and vintage reissues reward it most. The stylus is integrated, so once worn only a retip is possible.
Sound × Setup
Detail
78%
IGD Control
74%
Noise Suppression
72%
Dynamics—Attack
76%
Soundstage/Imaging
81%
Bass Density
73%
Vocals/Midrange
77%
Forgiving Character
68%
Tonearm mass light 57%
medium 43%·heavy 0%
Impedance (load) low 60%
medium 30%·high 10%
Phono gain 55–60 dB 75%
61–66 dB 25%·67–72 dB 0%
MC cartridge requires low-impedance preamp (40+ dB gain available). Heavy tonearm suits low compliance design. Verify preamp input impedance <100Ω for optimal MC performance. Low capacitance tonearm preferred—check cable specs. Compatible if preamp specs match MC requirements.
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add 02/08/2026 · upd. 08/02/2026