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AT-OC9XML Dual moving coil stereo cartridge with Microlinear stylus - Features nude Microlinear stylus and boron cantilever, neodymium magnet and permendur yoke for increased magnetic energy and features threaded inserts in the cartridge body.
Key Features:
Features nude Microlinear stylus and boron cantilever which provides lower distortion and high transient response
A neodymium magnet and permendur yoke provides dramatically increased magnetic energy
Threaded inserts in the cartridge body enable the cartridge to be mounted on to the headshell or integral tonearm with just two screws – no nuts required
Aluminium body minimizes unwanted vibration for reduced resonance and a superior audio reproduction
Pure Copper by Ohno Continuous Casting process (PCOCC) is used for the coils to achieve pure signal transfer
Since its introduction more than 30 years ago, Audio-Technica’s pioneering moving coil OC9 cartridge series has been prized by demanding vinyl listeners and professional critics alike for its musical transparency, expression of sound and precise construction. Microlinear complex diamond profile enabling higher frequency response, detail like never before experienced and limiting inner groove distortion. Microlinear diamond profile provides low record and stylus wear.
Technical Specifications:
Frequency Response: 20 - 47,000 Hz
Channel Separation: 27 dB (1 kHz)
Vertical Tracking Angle: 20 degrees
Stylus Construction: Nude square shank
Recommended Load Impedance: Min 100 Ohms
Coil Impedance: 12 Ohms (1 kHz)
DC Resistance: 12 Ohms
Coil Inductance: 25 μH (1 kHz)
Output Voltage: 0.4 mV (@ 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)
Output Channel Balance: 1.0 dB (1 kHz)
Stylus Shape: Microlinear
Cantilever: 0.28 mm Ø nude boron
Static Compliance: 20 x 10 – 6 cm / dyne
Dynamic Compliance: 16 x 10 – 6 cm / dyne (100 Hz)
Mounting: 1/2” centers / Threaded
Cartridge Weight: 7.6 g
Dimensions: 17.3 (H) x 16.8 (W) x 25.7 (L) mm
Accessories Included: 1 non magnetic screw driver / 1 brush / 2 washers / 4 pairs of mounting screws: 5mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm / 1 plastic protector
Body Material: Aluminium
Model: AT-OC9XML
Stylus Size: 2.2 x 0.12 mil
Terminal Pins: Brass
Wire Used for Coil: PCOCC (Copper by Ohno Continuous Casting process.)
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