--- product_id: 17523824 title: "DL-103 Moving Coil Turntable Phono Cartridge | Record Player Needle for Vinyl Record Player" brand: "denon" price: "B/.1288" currency: PAB in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/17523824-dl-103-moving-coil-turntable-phono-cartridge-record-player-needle store_origin: PA region: Panama --- # 14Ξ© impedance for optimal signal clarity 0.3mV ultra-low output for pristine sound Alloy body for durable, vibration-free performance DL-103 Moving Coil Turntable Phono Cartridge | Record Player Needle for Vinyl Record Player **Brand:** denon **Price:** B/.1288 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎧 Elevate your vinyl game with the legendary Denon DL-103 – where classic meets cutting-edge sound. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** DL-103 Moving Coil Turntable Phono Cartridge | Record Player Needle for Vinyl Record Player by denon - **How much does it cost?** B/.1288 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.pa](https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/17523824-dl-103-moving-coil-turntable-phono-cartridge-record-player-needle) ## Best For - denon enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted denon brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Built to Last:** Robust alloy construction minimizes resonance and maximizes durability for long-term use. - β€’ **Timeless Classic:** Join the elite community of DJs and audiophiles who trust the DL-103 as their go-to cartridge. - β€’ **Optimized Signal Flow:** 14Ξ© impedance perfectly balances your setup for crystal-clear audio reproduction. - β€’ **Low Output, High Impact:** 0.3mV output ensures rich, detailed analog warmth that digital can't match. - β€’ **Audiophile-Grade Precision:** Experience decades of industry-leading sound fidelity with the Denon DL-103. ## Overview The Denon DL-103 is a revered moving coil phono cartridge featuring a low 0.3mV output voltage and 14Ξ© impedance, housed in a durable alloy body. Celebrated for decades as an industry standard, it delivers exceptional analog sound quality favored by audiophiles and DJs alike. ## Description The DL-103R is a low output Moving Coil cartridge with an output voltage of 0.3mV with an output impedance of 14 ohms. ## Features - Denon Classic turntable cartridge, the dl 103, has been an industry standard for decades ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Additional Features | Impedance (40) | | Asin | B0027426UE | | Best Sellers Rank | #52,764 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #340 in DJ Turntable Cartridges | | Brand | Denon | | Built In Media | Denon DL-103 moving coil turntable phono cartridge | | Color | black | | Compatible Devices | Printer | | Connectivity Technology | Phono Connector | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (171) 4.5 out of 5 stars | | Enclosure Material | Alloy | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00081757507967, 04988001700388 | | Item Dimensions L X W X H | 4"L x 4"W x 4"H | | Item Weight | 0.01 kg | | Manufacturer | Denon | | Mfr Part Number | DL-103 | | Model Name | DL-103 | | Model Number | DL-103 | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Number Of Packs | 1 | | Power Source | AC adapter | | Signal Format | Phono | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Upc | 700900009003 081757507967 | | Warranty Description | Manufactuerer | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Denon - **Color:** black - **Compatible Devices:** Printer - **Included Components:** Denon DL-103 moving coil turntable phono cartridge - **Item Weight:** 0.01 Kilograms - **Manufacturer:** Denon - **Model Name:** DL-103 - **Number of Packs:** 1 - **Special Feature:** Impedance (40) - **Unit Count:** 1.0 Count ## Images ![DL-103 Moving Coil Turntable Phono Cartridge | Record Player Needle for Vinyl Record Player - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81-OjAlqYyL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Cartridge Great Value a True Classic *by on Reviewed in the United States May 31, 2015* I have owned a number good catridges in the past, Nakamichi, Fidelity Research, Shure V15 type IV, Grado Signature but this is the only one I liked so much I brought a second Denon DL 103 cartridge and would not hesitate to buy another. I love the balance of the tight bass, strong midrange, and clear transparent highs. I have read people like other cartridges better or truly dislike this cartridge. This cartridge as well as all low output MC cartridges you can taylor the sound to your liking by changing the preamp impedence. So generally speaking, if you don't the sound just change the impedence and don't judge this cartridge if you didn't vary it. I like it set around 390 ohms +/- 120 ohms. Decrease it and high frequencies decrease; increase it high frequencies increase. Finally, this cartridge really likes a lot of mass and high rotational inertia to achieve this add weights to the headshell or change to a heavy headshell so that the counter weight is backed out all the way and the tracking force is 2.5 grams. My headshell and cartridge combination is a heavy 31 grams! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Solid bass, fuller sound *by on Reviewed in the United States November 26, 2022* Swapped this in on a Music Hall Classic Turntable, replacing a Music Hall variant on the AT95E cartridge (which came stock with the table) and a ATVM95EN (which I had swapped the stock cartridge out for). Even before break in, the DL-103 had a very pleasant sound. When compared to the two aforementioned cartridges, the 103 produced a fuller sound, with a more defined midrange and bass. The treble was slightly rolled off, but not excessively so. The effect was quite pleasant on some of my hotly mastered LPs, like the recent re-release of King Crimson’s In the Court of the Crimson King. Treble is nicely detained while still providing plenty of detail.Alignment was quite easy. I mounted it on the removeable headshell that came with the Classic turntable, set the overhang with a set of calipers, eyeballed the alignment, and set the tracking force at 2.5 grams. My integrated amp is an Emotiva basX TA1 with a built-in MC/MM preamplifier. The sound is sublime. I can listen for hours on end with no fatigue whatsoever. And as the 103 has broken in (I have around 15 hours on it now) the sound has continued to open up, with treble becoming sparkly yet still nicely tamed. I’ve had a handful of high-end cartridges over the last year (many of them costing more than the 103), and thus far the 103 is my favorite. Detailed, yet with lush and full sound. Really glad I gave this one a chance. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Cart *by on Reviewed in the United States December 22, 2025* Every three hours I put on this new cart, it gets better and better. Muted surface noise snd great detail. I love it! ## Frequently Bought Together - Denon DL 103 Moving Coil Cartridge - Audio-Technica AT-HS6BK Universal Turntable Headshell, Black - Audio-Technica AT6003R Phonograph/Turntable Cartridge Storage Case --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/17523824-dl-103-moving-coil-turntable-phono-cartridge-record-player-needle](https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/17523824-dl-103-moving-coil-turntable-phono-cartridge-record-player-needle) --- *Product available on Desertcart Panama* *Store origin: PA* *Last updated: 2026-08-31*