An upgrade from the AT-ART7, the AT-ART9XA non-magnetic core MC capsule features a Shibata stylus on a boron cantilever and an Audio-Technique Reference Transducer (ART), a component used only in our premium capsules. . Compared to the magnetic core used in most MC capsules, non-magnetic core capsules have no magnetic distortion, allowing a natural timbre and accurate sound field. Although conventional non-magnetic cores struggle with output voltage, the AT-ART9XA features a newly designed coil armature with an improved output voltage of 0.2 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm / sec). The capsule's threaded mounting holes make installation on a helmet or integrated turntable arm incredibly easy.

Characteristics:

Dual voice coil with high separation and wide response.

The system's dual voice coils are aligned in an inverted V shape, providing high clearance and wide response for clear sound localization and minimal distortion.

Shibata needle and 0.28mm diameter solid boron cantilever.

The Shibata stylus ensures accurate high- and mid-low-range reproduction, and the boron cantilever provides excellent response characteristics.

Neodymium magnet and permendur yoke to significantly increase magnetic energy.

The specially designed magnetic circuit optimizes the energy in the magnetic space where the generator coils meet.

Newly designed coil armature to improve output voltage.

A complete redesign of the armature offers a 20% increase in the cross-sectional area of ​​the generator coil to provide an output voltage of 0.2 mV.

PCOCC coils for high fidelity transmission.

Using PCOCC (Pure Copper Ohno Continuous Cast) wire for the coils achieves pure signal transfer.

Machined aluminum base for stable playing.

The machined aluminum base supports both the magnetic circuit and the vibration system, ensuring excellent playback stability.

The hybrid body reduces undesirable parasitic resonance.

The machined aluminum housing combined with high-rigidity plastic helps reduce undesirable parasitic resonance to improve sound quality.

Threaded capsule mounting holes for easy installation in housings or integrated cranks.

The body of the cartridge includes threaded screw holes that allow it to be installed in head caps or in built-in toneries with just two screws (no nuts required).

Specifications:

MC type.

Frequency response 20 to 50,000 Hz.

Output voltage 0.2 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm / sec.).

Channel Separation 30 dB (1 kHz).

Output balance 0.5 dB (1 kHz).

Tracking force 1.6 to 2.0 g (1.8 g standard).

Coil impedance 12 ohms (1 kHz).

DC resistance 12 ohms.

Recommended load impedance ≥ 100 ohms (when head amplifier is connected).

Coil inductance 2.5 μH (1 kHz).

Static compliance 20 × 10-6 cm / dyne.

Dynamic compliance 10 × 10-6 cm / dyne (100 Hz).

Stylus Nude Shibata.

Stylet bend radius 2.7 × 0.26 mil.

Cantilever solid boron 0.28mm diameter.

20 ° vertical tracking angle.

Dimensions 17.3mm × 16.8mm × 25.0mm (H × W × D).

M2.6 × 2 threaded hole.

Weight 8.5 g.

Accessories Non-magnetic screwdriver; Brush; Washer × 2;

Cartridge installation screws (M2.6).

(5.0mm × 2; 8.0mm × 2; 10.0mm × 2; 12.0mm × 2); Protective.