Audio-Technica AT-ART9XA

The non-magnetic core is designed to eliminate magnetic distortion, which is a common issue in traditional moving coil cartridges. By removing this interference, the cartridge delivers a significantly clearer, more expansive soundstage and improved sonic transparency.

The Shibata stylus is renowned for its ability to track the record groove with exceptional precision. This shape allows it to reach deeper into the groove, extracting high-frequency detail and nuance that standard elliptical styli often miss.

The AT-ART9XA uses a standard half-inch mounting type, making it compatible with most high-quality tonearms. However, because it is a moving coil cartridge with a low output voltage of 0.2 mV, you will need a phono stage or step-up transformer capable of handling low-output MC cartridges.

The recommended vertical tracking force for the AT-ART9XA is between 1.6 and 2.0 grams. We suggest starting at the middle of this range and adjusting slightly based on your specific tonearm setup and listening preferences.

Boron is an incredibly rigid and lightweight material, which makes it an ideal choice for a cantilever. Its stiffness ensures that the stylus movement is transmitted to the coils with minimal energy loss, resulting in faster transient response and greater high-frequency accuracy.

The rigid aluminum base acts as a stable foundation for the cartridge, effectively dampening unwanted vibrations and resonance. By minimizing these mechanical colorations, the cartridge ensures that the signal reaching your system is as pure and accurate as possible.