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LP Tunes T4P SERIES I PHONO CARTRIDGE

LP Tunes introduces the T4P Series I phono cartridge to enrich the availability of very high quality P-mount phono cartridges.

By preference and conviction the LP Tunes T4P Series of cartridges offer world-class craftsmanship, excellent performance, exemplary value, natural and clean tone and musicality in a simple extraordinary package. They are fitted for P-mount or T4P tonearms. Each is crafted with tolerances held to mere thousandths of an inch. Stringent quality control assures that tolerances and performance criteria are maintained for each product. As in other series within the LP Tunes magnetic phono cartridge range, your investment in an entry level cartridge does not become obsolete. When your appreciation of music and critical listening develop and your demands for sophisticated electronics grow, you can easily and sensibly upgrade performance by installing a better stylus within the series.

The T4P Series I with its highly polished uni-radial stylus offers good extractive performance, articulate expression and natural detail. It's a fine and sensible way to start enjoying your LPs and records.

LP Tunes T4P Series I Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz
- Output voltage @ 1kHz, 5cm/sec: 5mV
- Channel separation @ 1kHz/10kHz: 20/15dB
- Channel balance: 1.5dB
- Vertical tracking force: 1.0-1.5 g
- Stylus shape: Uni-radial, 0.7 mil
- Cantilever: Thin-wall tube
- Recommended load impedance: 47k ohms
- Recommended load capacitance: 100-200 pf
- Weight: 6 g
- Dimensions (mm): 34l x 10w x 17h
- Stylus replacement: LP Tunes ATNSERIESI

AUDIO-TECHNICA AT-3600L AT 3600L AT3600L PHONO CARTRIDGE

The Audio-Technica AT3600L is probably the most ubiquitous cartridge in the world. It is used by many turntable name brands as their cartridge of choice for a pre-installed cartridge. It's no wonder. The Audio Technica AT3600L has been time tested and proven by decades of actual use for quality, durability, cost-effectiveness, and fine sound.

Audio Technica AT3600L Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Output voltage: 4.2mV
- Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz
- Channel balance: 1.5dB
- Channel separation @ 1kHz/10kHz: 24/15dB
- Tracking force: 2.5 - 3.5 g
- Stylus type: Conical diamond
- Stylus construction: Bonded round shank
- Cantilever: Carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) 
- Weight: 5.7 g<br>
- Dimensions: 17,0 (H) x 16,3 (W) x 31,0 (L) mm
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NAGAOKA MP-110 MP 110 MP110 PHONO CARTRIDGE

What makes the Nagaoka MP-110 stand out is the way it provides a musical performance that is completely satisfying and fulfilling, while still having the ability to create those "oh, wow" moments because the music just sounds so good. Tracking and bass impact are exceptional and the music has an effortless ebb and flow no matter if you are listening to classic rock or pure classical, with everything in-between.¹

The above excerpt from a recent review demonstrates the eloquence and artistry of this humbly-priced and affordable cartridge. The successor to the acclaimed and classic Nagaoka MP-11 phono cartridge, the Nagaoka MP-110 phono cartridge extends and strengthens its predecessor's talents to a new level of radiance. You'll hear more music, more detailed refinement to enjoy and savor. The Nagaoka MP-110 is the cartridge to start with and to keep for a long time.

Nagaoka MP-110 Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Type: Moving magnet
- Cantilever: Aluminum alloy
- Stylus type: Superfine polished elliptical bonded diamond with 0.4 x 0.7 mil radii
- Weight: 6.5 g
- Output voltage @ 1kHz,5cm/sec: 5mV
- Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz
- Channel balance @ 1kHz: > 1.5dB
- Channel separation @ 1kHz: > 23dB
- Recommended loading: 47k ohms
- Dynamic compliance: 6.0 x 10-6 cm/dyne
- Static compliance: 18 x 10-6 cm/dyne
- Tracking force range: 1.5 - 2.0 g
- Break-in period: 30 hours
- Stylus replacement: Nagaoka JN-P110

¹ Don Lindich's Sound Advice Blog, Nagaoka MP-110 Cartridge, http://www.soundadviceblog.com/vinyl-records/nagaoka-mp-110-phono-cartridge/

DISCONTINUED - OUT OF STOCK

For alternatives, please refer to:

• LP TUNES T4P SERIES III PHONO CARTRIDGE
• AUDIO-TECHNICA AT-301EP AT 301EP AT301EP PHONO CARTRIDGE
• LP TUNES CARBON FIDELITY CFT4PSE CARTRIDGE

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AUDIO-TECHNICA STUDIO REFERENCE SERIES 3003 PHONO CARTRIDGE

The 3003 phono cartridge is a model within the highly acclaimed Studio Reference Series representing one of Audio-Technica's finest P-mount T4P and Standard half-inch mountable phono cartridges. The Studio Reference Series are best known for their excellent musicality, outstanding value, high technology and reasonable price.

The Audio-Technica Studio Reference Series 3003 phono cartridge uses a highly polished special elliptical stylus to very accurately extract record groove information with a minimum of wear. Audio-Technica uses a thin-wall alloy tube cantilever (the hollow rod that extends from the cartridge to the diamond tip), for low mass, low resonance and high sensitivity. The Audio-Technica 3003 phono cartridge reproduces a wide, extended frequency response with low distortion. It offers excellent tracking at 1 - 1.5 grams, saving your LPs from undue wear. It fits P-mount or standard half-inch tonearms with the supplied adaptor.

The Studio Reference 3003 cartridge comes complete with installation instructions and mounting hardware for P-mount and half-inch standard tonearms. Originally packaged in a Red carton enclosed plastic case, this latest version was modernized with clamshell sealed packaging for long shelf life and excellent product protection. For excellent musicality, long playing life, and for minimum record wear, choose the Audio-Technica Studio Reference 3003 phono cartridge.
Note: The photo of the specification sheet is provided for reference only and is not included in the latest packaging.

Audio-Technica 3003 Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Output voltage @ 1kHz, 5cm/sec: 5mV
- Channel balance: 1.25dB
- Channel separation @ 1kHz/10kHz: 29/18dB
- Frequency response: 15Hz-27kHz
- Vertical tracking force: 1 - 1.5 g
- Stylus type: .03 x .07 mil bi-radial
- Cantilever construction: Thin-wall tube
- Recommended load resistance: 47k ohms
- Mounting: P-mount with detachable and separate 1/2 inch mount adapter
- Accessories included: Screws and nuts, screwdriver, half-inch mount adapter

AUDIO-TECHNICA CN-5625AL CN 5625AL CN5625AL PHONO CARTRIDGE

The half-inch standard mount Audio-Technica CN5625AL phono cartridge is a solid performer and a step above the ordinary entry-level cartridge. Manufactured to Audio-Technica's world class quality standards, it renders music smoothly, dynamically and cleanly. You'll discover the joy of listening to LPs.

Audio Technica CN5625AL Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Output voltage: 5.3mV
- Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz
- Channel balance: 1.5dB
- Channel separation: 24/15 (dB at 1kHz/10kHz)
- Stylus type: Conical
- Stylus construction: Bonded round shank
- Cantilever construction: Alloy tube

GRADO GREEN 3 GREEN3 P-MOUNT T4P PHONO CARTRIDGE

Ships to US only

Grado P-mount T4P cartridges are acclaimed worldwide by experts as virtually the finest pickups at their price points. The Grado Prestige series of P-mount T4P cartridges are designed for high output and excellent stability under the most demanding conditions. All of the range uses Grado's patented Optimized Transmission Line (OTL) technology which makes your records sound quieter, improve the height, width and depth of the sound stage and offer more detail than previously achievable. Grado's OTL technology is all about delivering more music, more performance.

Grado Green 3 P-mount T4P Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Type: Moving magnet
- Output voltage: 5mV
- Frequency response: 10Hz-50kHz
- Load impedance: 47k ohms
- Channel separation: 30dB
- Stylus type: Elliptical
- Stylus replacement: User replaceable
- Compliance: 20mm/N
- Tracking force: 1.0 - 2.0 g
- Recommended tracking force: 1.5 g
- Weight: 5.5 g

For stylus replacements, refer to Related Products:
- Standard stylus: Grado Green Stylus
- Downgrade stylus: Grado Black Stylus

GRADO BLACK 3 BLACK3 PHONO CARTRIDGE

Ships to US only

The Grado Prestige series of cartridges are designed for high output and excellent stability under the most demanding conditions. All of the range uses Grado's patented Optimized Transmission Line (OTL) technology which makes your records sound quieter, improve the height width and depth of the sound stage and offer more detail than previously achievable. Grado's OTL technology is all about delivering more music, more performance. Grado cartridges are acclaimed worldwide by experts as virtually the finest pickups at their price points.

Grado Black 1 Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Type: Moving magnet
- Output voltage: 5mV
- Frequency response: 10Hz-50kHz
- Load impedance: 47k ohms
- Channel separation: 30dB
- Stylus type: Elliptical
- Stylus replacement: User replaceable
- Compliance: 20mm/N
- Tracking force: 1.0 - 2.0 g
- Recommended tracking force: 1.5 g
- Weight: 5.5 g

For stylus replacements, refer to Related Products:
- Standard stylus: Grado Stylus Black
- Upgrade stylus: Grado Stylus Green

AUDIO-TECHNICA AT-95B AT 95B AT95B CARTRIDGE
- The world-class AT-95E with Black stylus

The legacy of excellence continues. The Audio-Technica AT-95B phono cartridge, the black version of the AT-95E, was named one of the industry's best products by the Editors of Stereophile.¹ Previously, the Audio-Technica AT-95E phono cartridge received the same high recommendation: Stereophile Recommended Component October 2004, 2005 and April 2006 (Vol. 27 No.10, Vol. 28 No.10 and Vol. 29 No.4). Packaged by LP Tunes, the Audio-Technica AT-95B is the only inexpensive cartridge included in the Stereophile Recommended List. All the other cartridges range from $200 - $17,000! Stereotimes.com March 2007 rated the Audio-Technica AT-95E phono cartridge Highly Recommended.

The Audio-Technica AT-95E phono cartridge has a very distinguished and colorful lineage. On its own, it has been a multiple recipient of Best Buy ratings in the UK. Its lineage is intertwined with the classic and musically acclaimed Linn Basik, K5 and K9 phono cartridges. Unlike these cartridges however, the AT-95E is delightfully affordable and available. Since October, 2004 and up to the present, the Audio-Technica AT-95E phono cartridge is included in the Stereophile Recommended Components List. It is the only inexpensive phono cartridge to be included in this highly selective recommended list! The review summarized the performance of the Audio-Technica AT-95E phono cartridge with the following words: "Makes music for 50 bucks!"

Paul Szabady in Stereotimes March 2007 had this to say about the Audio-Technica AT95E phono cartridge:

"The AT-95E integrates the range of the sonic bandwidth very well: no part of the spectrum sticks out at the listener. It doesn’t sound bright and it doesn’t sound dull at the top frequencies. Midrange is clear and detailed with no spittiness on vocals, though really cheap and inadequate analog match-ups will cause an slight upper mid-range burr."

The half-inch standard mount and dual-magnet Audio-Technica AT-95E cartridge sounds clear, dynamic and richly balanced. It allows music lovers to use limited means to upgrade their turntables and thus attain a higher level of discernment and listening pleasure without the financial burden typically associated with high end cartridges. Yes it is vibrant, dynamic and rich in detail as reviewers and users say, and some users may no longer wish to upgrade further. The Audio-Technica AT-95E phono cartridge has been consistently rated a "Best Buy" in the UK and we agree wholeheartedly.

Audio-Technica AT-95E Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Output voltage @ 1kHz, 5cm/sec.: 3.5mV
- Channel balance: Within 2dB
- Channel separation @ 1kHz: > 20dB
- Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz
- Load resistance: 47k ohms
- Load capacitance: 100 - 200 pF
- Stylus type: Highly polished elliptical diamond stylus, 0.4 x 0.7 mil
- Tracking force range: 1.5 - 2.5 g
- Tracking force, recommended: 2.0 g (20 mN)
- Vertical tracking angle: 20°
- Coil impedance @ 1kHz: 2.8k ohms
- Coil inductance@ 1kHz: 400 mH
- Recommended load resistance: 47k ohms
- Color: Black
- Weight: 6.6 g
- Dimensions (mm): L 30.5 x W 17.0 x H 17.20
- Stylus replacement: Audio-Technica ATN95EB

¹ Michael Fremer et al, "Recommended Components: Editors Top Picks For The Industry's Best Products," Stereophile, Vol.34 No.4 (April 2011): 66.

AUDIO-TECHNICA AT-71E AT 71E AT71E PHONO CARTRIDGE

The half-inch standard mount Audio-Technica AT-71E cartridge sounds rich and crystal clean. It is manufactured to Audio-Technica's world-class quality standards, the Audio-Technica AT-71E cartridge performs tirelessly with speed, delicacy and extension.

Audio-Technica AT-71E Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Output voltage @ 1kHz,5cm/sec.: 3.5mV
- Frequency response: 20Hz-22kHz
- Channel balance: 1.5dB
- Channel separation @ 1kHz/10kHz: 22/15dB
- Stylus type: 0.4 x 0.7 mil elliptical
- Stylus construction: Bonded round shank
- Tracking force range: 1.5-2 g
- Cantilever: Alloy tube

AUDIO-TECHNICA 1001 PHONO CARTRIDGE (STUDIO REFERENCE SERIES)

The Audio-Technica 1001 phono cartridge is a model within the Studio Reference Series representing one of Audio-Technica's finest P-mount T4P and Standard Half-inch mountable phono cartridges. The Studio Reference Series are best known for their excellent musicality, outstanding value, high technology and reasonable price.

The Audio-Technica 1001 phono cartridge uses a highly polished conical stylus to extract record groove information with precision and with a minimum of wear. Audio-Technica uses a thin wall metal alloy tube cantilever (the hollow rod that extends from the cartridge to the diamond tip), for low mass and low resonance. The Audio-Technica 1001 phono cartridge reproduces a wide frequency response with low distortion. It offers excellent tracking at 1 - 1.5 grams, saving your LPs from undue wear. It fits P-mount or standard half-inch tonearms with the supplied adapter.

The Audio-Technica 1001 phono cartridge comes complete with installation instructions and mounting hardware for P-mount and half-inch standard tonearms.

For musicality, long playing life, and for minimum record wear, choose the Audio-Technica 1001 Studio Reference phono cartridge.

Audio-Technica 1001 Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Output voltage @ 1kHz, 5cm/sec: 5mV
- Channel balance: 1.25dB
- Channel separation @ 1kHz/10kHz: 26/16dB
- Frequency response: 20 - 22,000 Hz
- Stylus type: 0.6 mil conical
- Cantilever construction: Thin-wall metal alloy tube
- Recommended load resistance: 47k ohms
- Mounting: P-mount with a separate adapter for 1/2 inch mount
- Accessories included: Screws and nuts, screwdriver

AUDIO-TECHNICA AT-150MLX AT 150MLX AT150MLX PHONO CARTRIDGE

The Audio-Technica AT150MLX reproduces subtle details faithfully, clearly, exquisitely. It is superbly accurate and musical. It lifts listening to a new level of articulation and enjoyment. This is really the characteristic that distinguishes the Audio-Technica AT150MLX phono cartridge.

"Everything points to the AT150MLX as the best moving magnet design."

- David A. Rich, The Sensible Sound, Issue 112, May/June 2007

Six technologies are harnessed to produce this extraordinary and highly accurate phono cartridge:
- Vector-Aligned phono cartridge: Patented by Audio-Technica, vector-aligned phono cartridges feature two magnetic generators arranged in the shape of a "V". These two magnets are positioned precisely to match the positions of the right and left channels in the stereo record groove. Major benefits of the Vector-Aligned cartridge include outstanding channel separation, very low distortion and superb tracking performance.

- Boron cantilever: Its tiny, gold plated boron cantilever provides an extremely rigid yet lightweight platform to which the stylus is mounted. The gold plating also acts to dampen the nano resonance that the boron may produce.

- MicroLine Stylus: The stylus used in the Audio-Technica AT150MLX is the latest and most advanced design. More closely resembling the cutter stylus than any previous design, this shape produces better high frequency response with less wear or distortion than with earlier configurations.

- PCOCC wire: A technologically advanced pure copper material is used in Audio-Technica's exclusive Paratoroidal Signal Generator. Together with the laminated core structure, which minimizes loss in the high frequency region, this integrated paratoriodal signal generator achieves an efficiency greater than conventional cartridges. The use of PCOCC wire (Pure Copper by Ohno Continuous Casting) perfects the performance of the advanced paratoroidal coil design. A special high-temperature extrusion die produces copper with virtually no transverse crystal barriers to impede signal transmission or color sound. Even the output terminals are constructed of PCOCC copper. The coils of the Audio-Technica AT150MLX thus transmit distortion-free sound up to its output posts. The most subtle details are reproduced with clarity and purity.

- Mu-metal shielding: A mu-metal shielding plate between the left and right channels in the generator system assure that the high level of channel separation achieved is preserved at the cartridge output.

- Anti-resonance ceramic mounting base: To further increase the accuracy of the AT150MLX's moving system, Audio-Technica engineers have ensured against unwanted parasitic vibration with an anti-resonance ceramic mounting base.

Audio-Technica AT150MLX Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Tonearm mount: 1/2 inch
- Type: Moving magnet
- Output voltage: 4mV
- Frequency response: 10Hz-30kHz
- Load impedance: 47k ohms
- Channel separation @ 1kHz/10kHz: 30/20dB
- Channel balance: 0.8dB
- Stylus construction: Nude square shank
- Stylus type: Microline
- Cantilever: Gold-plated boron
- Tracking force: 0.75-1.75 g
- Dynamic compliance (x 10-6 cm/dyne, 100 Hz): 10.0
- Recommended load capacitance: 100-200 pF
- Coil wiring: PCOCC
- Weight: 8.3 g
- Accessories included: User guide, mounting hardware
- Stylus replacement: Audio-Technica ATN150MLX
- Warranty: 1 year

Reviews & Resources
Audio-Technica AT150MLX Review - The Sensible Sound
Audio-Technica AT150MLX Owners Manual

AUDIO-TECHNICA AT-311EP AT 311EP AT311EP PHONO CARTRIDGE

The Audio-Technica AT311EP phono cartridge offers P-mount T4P convenience, superb performance and high accuracy. It is one of the top P-mount cartridges available from Audio-Technica and a favorite by those who value sound quality and who know how to listen well. Furthermore, since the Audio-Technica AT311EP phono cartridge uses a very high quality elliptical stylus that is housed in an industry standard holder, you have assured availability of stylus replacements for many, many years.

Audio-Technica AT311EP Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Output voltage @ 1kHz,5cm/sec: 5mV
- Channel balance: 1.25dB
- Channel separation @ 1kHz/10kHz: 26/18dB
- Frequency response: 15Hz-27kHz
- Tracking force: 1 - 1.5 g
- Stylus type: .03 x .07 mil elliptical
- Cantilever construction: Thin-wall tube
- Recommended load resistance: 47k ohms
- Color: Black/White
- Mounting: P-mount with a separate adapter for 1/2 inch mount

AUDIO-TECHNICA AT-3600 AT 3600 AT3600 INDUSTRY STANDARD PHONO CARTRIDGE

The Audio-Technica AT3600 is probably the most ubiquitous cartridge in the world. Yet it is relatively unknown by its real model name. Why? Because it is private labeled. It is used by many turntable name brands as their cartridge of choice for a pre-installed cartridge. It's no wonder. The Audio Technica AT3600 has been time tested and proven by decades of actual use for quality, durability, cost-effectiveness and fine sound.

Audio Technica AT3600 Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Output voltage: 5.3mV
- Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz
- Channel balance: 1.5dB
- Channel separation @ 1kHz/10kHz: 24/15dB
- Stylus type: Conical
- Stylus construction: Bonded round shank

AUDIO-TECHNICA AT-101EP AT 101EP AT101EP PHONO CARTRIDGE

Upgrade your stereo system with the Audio-Technica AT101EP cartridge. Its special elliptical needle offers increased record groove contact thus improving frequency response and accuracy. The Audio-Technica AT101EP cartridge replaces many cartridges that were originally fitted to turntables.

Audio-Technica AT101EP Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Type: Moving magnet
- Frequency range: 20Hz-22kHz
- Channel separation @ 1kHz: 25dB
- Output balance @ 1kHz: 0.5dB
- Stylus pressure: 1 - 1.5 g
- Recommended load resistance: 47k ohms
- Stylus tip: 0.4 x 0.7 mil elliptical
- Cantilever: Aluminum alloy
- Weight: 6 g
- Stylus replacement: Audio-Technica ATN-101EP
- Accessories included: 1/2 mount adapter (as shown in photo), screws and nuts

LP Tunes AT-95SE AT 95SE AT95SE CARTRIDGE

The new LP Tunes AT95SE phono cartridge improves on the sonic achievement of the best inexpensive cartridge, the AT95E, by offering a higher level of natural sound quality with more fidelity, clarity and harmonic richness graced from the record grooves.

We use the same exact and proven AT95E cartridge body. The difference is the highly polished special elliptical diamond stylus with .0003 x .0007 inch scanning radii bonded to a thin wall Zualum cantilever which enables the rejuvenated unit to recover more fidelity and natural sound quality from the record grooves.

LP Tunes AT95SE Phono Cartridge Details
- Output voltage @ 1kHz, 5cm/sec.: 3.5mV
- Channel balance: Within 2dB
- Channel separation @ 1kHz: > 20dB
- Frequency response: 20Hz-21kHz
- Load resistance: 47k ohms
- Load capacitance 100 - 200 pf
- Stylus type: Special elliptical diamond .0003 x .0007 tracing radii
- Tracking force range: 1.5-2.5 g
- Tracking force recommended: 2 g (20 mN)
- Vertical tracking angle: 20
- Coil impedance @ 1kHz: 2.8k ohms
- Coil inductance @ 1kHz: 400 mH
- Color: Black/Dark Green
- Weight: 6.6 g
- Dimensions (mm): 30.5l x 17w x 17.20h
- Stylus replacement: LP Tunes ATN95SE

Note: Details are subject to change without notice.