Non-magnetic core moving coil cartridge offers superior spatial representation Dual moving coils are aligned in an inverted V shape, providing high separation and wide response for clear sound localization and minimal distortion Shibata stylus ensures accurate high and mid-low range reproduction, and the 0.28 mm diameter solid boron cantilever provides excellent response characteristics Neodymium magnet and permendur yoke significantly increase magnetic energy Redesigned coil armature provides an output voltage of 0.2 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec) PCOCC coils ensure high-fidelity transmission Machined aluminum base supports both the magnetic circuit and the vibration system, ensuring excellent playback stability Hybrid body of machined aluminum and high-rigidity plastic reduces undesirable parasitic resonance Threaded cartridge mounting holes allow easy installation to a headshell or integrated tonearm Audio Technica AT-ART9XA Moving Coil Cartridge Manual (Click to OPEN/DOWNLOAD) SPECIFICATIONS Frequency Response 20-50,000 Hz Channel Separation 30 (dB at 1 kHz) Vertical Tracking Angle 20° Vertical Tracking Force 1.6-2.0 g (1.8 g standard) Stylus Construction Nude Recommended Load Impedance Min. 100 ohms (when head amplifier connected) Coil Impedance 12 ohms (1 kHz) DC Resistance 12 ohms Coil Inductance 2.5 µH (1 kHz) Output Voltage 0.2 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec.) Output Channel Balance 0.5 dB (1 kHz) Stylus Shape Shibata Cantilever 0.28 mm diameter solid boron Static Compliance 20 x 10-6 cm/dyne Dynamic Compliance 10 x 10-6 cm/dyne (100 Hz) Mounting Half-inch Cartridge Weight 8.5 g (0.30 oz) Dimensions 17.3 mm (0.68″) H × 16.8 mm (0.66″) W × 25.0 mm (0.98″) D Accessories Included Non-magnetic screwdriver; 2 washers; cartridge installation screws (M2.6) (5.0 mm × 2, 8.0 mm × 2, 10.0 mm x 2, 12.0 mm x 2); protector; brush Threaded Hole M2.6 x 2 Notes Note: moving coil cartridges require receivers or preamps with compatible inputs; their stylus assemblies are not field-replaceable. $2,299
