Audio-Technica AT-OC9XML Dual Moving Coil Cartridge with MicroLinear Stylus

The Audio-Technica AT-OC9XML is a premium dual moving coil cartridge featuring a MicroLinear stylus designed for audiophiles seeking exceptional sound quality. Its innovative design ensures outstanding channel separation and minimal distortion, making it an ideal choice for high-fidelity vinyl playback.

Features

• Dual Moving Coil Design: Independent coils for left and right channels provide exceptional channel separation.
• MicroLinear Stylus: Tracks the record groove with incredible accuracy, resulting in low distortion and high transient response.
• Aluminum Body: Rigid construction minimizes unwanted vibration, reducing resonance for superior audio reproduction.
• Neodymium Magnet: Enhances magnetic energy for improved audio performance.
• PCOCC Coils: Pure Copper by Ohno Continuous Casting process ensures pure signal transfer.
• Easy Installation: Pre-threaded cartridge body allows for simple mounting with just two screws—no nuts required.
• Non-Replaceable Stylus Assembly: Supports Audio-Technica's fee-based Moving Coil Exchange Program for servicing.

Specifications

• Frequency Response: 20 - 47,000 Hz
• Channel Separation: 27 dB (1 kHz)
• Vertical Tracking Angle: 20°
• Vertical Tracking Force: 1.8 - 2.2 g (2.0 g standard)
• Stylus Construction: Nude square shank
• Recommended Load Impedance: Min. 100 ohms (when head amplifier is connected)
• Coil Impedance: 12 ohms (1 kHz)
• DC Resistance: 12 ohms
• Coil Inductance: 25 mH (1 kHz)
• Output Voltage: 0.4 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)
• Output Channel Balance: 1.0 dB (1 kHz)
• Cantilever: 0.28 mm diameter nude boron
• Static Compliance: 20 x 10^-6 cm/dyne
• Dynamic Compliance: 16 x 10^-6 cm/dyne (100 Hz)
• Mounting: Half-inch
• Cartridge Weight: 7.6 g
• Dimensions: 17.3 mm (H) x 16.8 mm (W) x 25.7 mm (D)
• Accessories Included: Non-magnetic screwdriver, 2 washers, cartridge installation screws (5 mm × 2, 8 mm × 2, 10 mm x 2, 12 mm x 2), plastic protector, brush