Rewriting the Rules of Moving Magnet Performance

The Vertere Dark Sabre is a revolutionary moving magnet (MM) cartridge that challenges the dominance of moving coil designs. Built for the audiophile who demands flagship-level clarity without the need for a high-gain MC phono stage, the Dark Sabre represents a significant leap forward in vinyl playback technology.

By building on the success of the standard Sabre, the Dark Sabre introduces a host of high-end refinements typically reserved for the world’s most expensive cartridges.

Precision Engineering & Construction

At the heart of the Dark Sabre is a single-piece, CNC-machined aluminium alloy body, hard-anodized in black for a sleek, resonance-controlled finish. The low-mass generator, featuring an Alnico magnet, is uniquely mounted to the body using Vertere’s signature Quad-Point Contact system. Four stainless steel “spike” screws provide optimum support and mechanical coupling, effectively eliminating unwanted vibrations that can muddy the musical signal.

Advanced Stylus and Cantilever

The Dark Sabre employs the same high-performance Nude Micro-Elliptical single crystal diamond stylus and telescopic aluminium cantilever found in Vertere’s premium XtraX cartridge. This combination ensures:

• Superior Tracking: Precise contact with the record groove for maximum information retrieval.
• Extended Frequency Response: Exceptional detail from 14Hz to 28kHz.
• Low Surface Noise: Enhanced musical immersion by reducing unwanted mechanical “chatter.”

Easy Integration, Uncompromising Sound

With a healthy 4.3mV output, the Dark Sabre is an ideal partner for high-quality integrated amplifiers and dedicated MM phono stages. Its steeper cartridge profile ensures consistent surface traction, delivering a soundstage that is punchy, dynamic, and incredibly insightful.

Key Features:

• Hand-crafted in England to exacting standards.
• Nude Micro-Elliptical Diamond Stylus for ultra-precise groove tracking.
• Telescopic Aluminium Cantilever for maximum stiffness and resonance control.
• Alnico Magnet Generator for lifelike dynamics and scale.
• Tri-Point Headshell Mounting for perfect mechanical coupling to the tonearm.

Specifications:

• Type: Moving Magnet
• Output: 4.3 mV (@ 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec.)
• Frequency Response: 14 Hz – 28 kHz
• Recommended Tracking Weight: 2.0 g (1.9 g – 2.1 g)
• Weight: 11.5 g