Audio-Technica AT-ART9XI Phono Cartridge
Best high-end moving-coil cartridge for discerning vinyl enthusiasts seeking sonic precision.
This flagship cartridge extracts breathtaking spatial detail and emotional depth from your vinyl collection. While the high-end materials and precise engineering demand a careful setup, the result is an incredibly transparent, lifelike sound that makes your favorite records feel entirely new.
$1699.00
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Music Direct
Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking uncompromising clarity and deep musical detail
- Vinyl collectors demanding precise tracking and minimal distortion
- Serious listeners prioritizing long-term reliability and premium craftsmanship
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious listeners looking for entry-level equipment
- Novices intimidated by complex calibration and technical setup
- Careless handlers worried about expensive stylus replacement costs
Performance breakdown
High-Frequency Detail
The special line contact stylus extracts micro-details from every record groove.
Spatial Imaging
Delivers a wide, immersive soundstage that places instruments with pinpoint accuracy.
Installation Ease
Threaded mounting holes make the setup process significantly less stressful for users.
Signal Clarity
PCOCC dual moving coils ensure a pristine, transparent signal path.
System Compatibility
The 0.5mV output pairs well with most high-end phono preamplifiers.
Build Rigidity
Solid boron cantilever and machined base minimize unwanted resonance and distortion.
Key Specs
Frequency Response
20-50,000 Hz
Channel Separation
30 dB at 1 kHz
Vertical Tracking Force
1.6-2.0 g (1.8 g standard)
Stylus Construction
Nude
Recommended Load Impedance
Min. 100 ohms
Coil Impedance
12 ohms at 1 kHz
Output Voltage
0.5 mV at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec.
Cartridge Weight
0.30 oz
Material
Carbon Fiber, Aluminum
Mounting Type
Standard Mount (1/2 inch)
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