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Upgrade Your Listening Experience with Van Den Hul Cartridges

For uncompromising analog audio performance, few brands are as highly regarded and respected as Van Den Hul. The world over, Van Den Hul audio innovations are legendary, as are their cartridges. Featuring world-class engineering and unrivaled sonic sophistication, these bespoke phono cartridges are crafted for those who demand nothing less than world-class vinyl playback with uncompromising attention to exceptional clarity, detail retrieval, and longevity.

We are proud to offer at Elusive Disc an expertly chosen range of Van Den Hul cartridge models, including award-winning Frog, Colibri, Condor, and Crimson lines. Each is precision-built by A.J. van den Hul himself or by his staff of experts in the Netherlands a highly personalized audio experience that few other manufacturers can match.

Why Choose Van Den Hul?

Established in 1980 by audio visionary A.J. van den Hul, the organization is synonymous with craftsmanship and innovation in high-end audio. What distinguishes Van Den Hul from other cartridge manufacturers is its fusion of innovative materials, careful hand assembly, and personalized voicing to suit individual listeners.

Key advantages of Van Den Hul cartridges:

  • Handmade Precision: In Holland, every cartridge is assembled and adjusted by hand.
  • Innovative Stylus Designs: Exclusive VDH stylus profiles provide excellent groove tracking with extended longevity.
  • Advanced Cantilever Materials: From boron to titanium, every cartridge is fitted with optimized cantilever materials to control resonances and preserve musical transparency.
  • Low Wear, High Output: Engineered to lengthen both record and stylus life, with superior channel separation.
  • Customisation Features: Certain models can be voiced to meet your preferred tones.

Whether you are hearing symphonies played classically, acoustic jazz, or electronic soundscapes, Van Den Hul cartridges accurately recreate music with great realism and intimacy. Discover Van Den Hul Cartridges at Elusive Disc

Van Den Hul Frog: A legendary performer.

One of the more sought-after models in the Van Den Hul range, the Frog MC Cartridge is known for producing detailed, accurate sound with good balance in presentation.

  • Type: Low-output moving coil.
  • Pen: VDH Type 1
  • Cantilever: Boron
  • Output Voltage: Approximately 0.65

The Frog is particularly popular among veteran vinyl listeners, providing rich midrange, powerful dynamics, and smooth extension in both high and low ends. It is a highly versatile speaker that is suitable for various genres of sound.

Van Den Hul Colibri: High-Speed Sonic Precision

One of the most revealing cartridges ever made is considered to be the Van Den Hul Colibri series. It is engineered to provide maximum detail retrieval along with lightning-fast transient response.

  • Type: Moving-coil with ultra-low
  • Sylus: VDH Special S
  • Cantilever: Boron or Titanium Solid (dependent

The Colibri excels in speed, accuracy, and ultra-low distortion. It delivers a holographic soundstage and astonishing transparency ideal for systems that can reveal the smallest musical subtleties.

Van Den Hul Crimson: Musicality and Refinement

Crimson is an elegant MC cartridge that produces excellent musicality as well as warmth without diminishing accuracy.

  • Medium to high (0.65mV - 0.85mV based upon version)
  • Available in wood, polycarbonate, or metal.
  • Recommended Load: 200 ohms

The Crimson is frequently selected by those who prefer vinyl for its emotional involvement with lifelike vocal timbres and rich, tuneful bass. It's also highly compatible with a broad range of tonearms and phono stages.

Van Den Hul Condor: Reference-Quality Sound

For those audiophiles who prefer uncompromised performance throughout the entire audio range, there is the Condor. It is engineered for precision imaging, excellent transient definition, and lush harmonics.

  • Output: 0.45mV - 0.65mV
  • Tracking Force: 1.35g - 1.5g
  • Stylus Lifespan: Maximum of 3,000 hours under good care

Condor is ideal for reference-grade systems and produces an upscale sound with body, balance, and finesse.

Designed for Longevity and Ease of Service

In contrast with most rivals, Van Den Hul cartridges are designed to be serviced in the long term. The brand supplies:

  • Stylus replacement & retipping services
  • Individual tuning based on tonal balance and system harmony
  • Longer Lifespan with stylus durability of up to 3,000 hours in certain models

This dedication to serviceability and sustainability makes a cartridge from Van Den Hul not merely an expense, but an investment.

Pairing Your van den Hul Cartridge

Van Den Hul cartridges are suitable for many high-end turntables and tonearm combinations. To achieve optimal performance:

  • Match the output voltage to your phono stage gain.
  • Use a tonearm with a suitable effective mass (medium to high).
  • Optimise load impedance to get the preferred tonal balance.

Our Elusive Disc staff can assist you in choosing the perfect Van Den Hul model for your system and personal preference.

Pro's FAQs about van den Hul cartridges.

Q: Are the cartridges hard to install?

A: They fit standard half-inch mounts and are compatible with most tonearms. Proper setup is essential to realizing their best sound, and our staff will assist.

Q: What is the lifespan of a Van Den Hul stylus?

A: Proper care will see many models last between 2,000 - 3,000 hours a significantly longer duration than industry norms.

Q: Can retipping be provided?

A: Yes. A full retipping and revoicing service is available from Van Den Hul to keep you performing at your best over many years.

Q: What are the most notable differences between Crimson and Colibri?

A: The Colibri is all about speed, detail, and transparency, whereas Crimson is more about warmth, musicality, and richness of tone.

Why purchase Van Den Hul Cartridges from Elusive Disc?

We are proud to be an officially sanctioned retailer of Van Den Hul cartridges. We sell:

  • Genuine inventory straight from Van Den Hul
  • Professional setup guidance and system matching
  • Access to rare and flagship models
  • Support with retipping, stylus care, and tips for breaking in

We know that selecting a premium cartridge is a serious choice. Our staff is available to assist you in choosing the ideal Van Den Hul product for your sound preferences and turntable setup.

Final Thoughts: Experience the Pinnacle of Analog with Van Den Hul

From the rich musicality of the Van Den Hul Crimson to the analytical excellence of the Colibri, those cartridges are at the very best that analog playback has to offer. Through bespoke craftsmanship, ultra-fine stylus profiles, and hand-assembled perfection, Van Den Hul cartridges get you to the core of the music.

If you’re looking to elevate your analog system with a cartridge that offers soul-stirring performance and enduring value, a Van Den Hul cartridge from Elusive Disc is an inspired choice. Browse our entire range of Van Den Hul cartridges online today and achieve an entirely new standard of vinyl performance.

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