The Dynavector DV CL-1 is a set of four headshell lead wires made from ultra-fine, high-purity copper with rhodium-plated connectors. The wire uses stranded construction with individual copper strands under 50 microns in diameter, identical to the conductor material used in Dynavector's CP-1 phono cable. At 40mm length, the CL-1 fits standard headshell-to-cartridge connections and is compatible with both Dynavector cartridges and most third-party headshells. Headshell lead wires are the first link in the signal chain after the cartridge, and the CL-1 ensures that connection is as transparent as possible. The pure copper construction avoids the mixed-metal junctions that can introduce subtle colorations, while the rhodium plating on the connectors provides a hard, corrosion-resistant contact surface. The color-coded cartridge end (1.2mm inner diameter) and headshell end (1.0mm inner diameter) ensure broad compatibility and easy identification during installation. Why Headshell Leads Matter The signal from a moving coil cartridge is measured in fractions of a millivolt. At these levels, every connection in the signal chain matters. Stock headshell leads use generic copper alloys with nickel or tin-plated connectors, introducing mixed-metal junctions that can add subtle colorations and resistive losses. The CL-1 replaces these compromises with a single, consistent conductor material from cartridge pin to headshell terminal. The stranded construction uses individual copper strands under 50 microns in diameter, the same conductor material found in Dynavector's CP-1 phono cable. This ultra-fine stranding increases flexibility while reducing skin effect at audio frequencies. The rhodium plating on connectors is harder and more corrosion-resistant than gold, maintaining clean contact surfaces through years of use and repeated cartridge swaps. Installation The CL-1 uses color-coded connectors for easy identification: match colors to your cartridge pin assignments (typically red = right hot, green = right ground, white = left hot, blue = left ground). The 1.2mm inner diameter on the cartridge end fits standard cartridge pins. The 1.0mm headshell end fits standard headshell terminals. At 40mm length, the CL-1 provides enough slack for comfortable routing without excess wire that could pick up interference or create microphonic vibration. THE LISTENING ROOM DIFFERENCE We're a third-generation family business with a brick-and-mortar showroom in Chestertown, Maryland, and a reputation built on exceptional service and relentless passion for hifi. Whether you're visiting in person or ordering online, we bring decades of experience, personalized service, and honest guidance to every interaction. We don't just ship boxes. We help build systems, answer your questions like real humans, and make sure every detail of your setup is right, from the cables to the final connection. Our passion is helping you get the most out of your gear, with support that lasts well beyond the sale. Dynavector DV CL-1 Specifications Type Headshell lead wire set (4 wires) Conductor Ultra-fine high-purity stranded copper (
