Cartridges

LP Tunes Grado Silver 1 Pre-mount

This LP Tunes Pre-mount consists of an Grado Silver 1 cartridge mounted onto a world-class HD headshell for your convenience.

• LP Tunes High-Definition inch mount headshell
• Aerospace alloy for tensile strength and low resonance
• SOAR HD5 headshell wires for exceptional sound quality
• Aligned length ~52 mm for use with many tonearms
• Alignment adjustable for extra precision and compatibility
• Free alignment protractor
• 16.7g weight with mounted Grado Silver 1 cartridge

LP Tunes Audio-Technica AT120E Pre-mount

This LP Tunes Pre-mount consists of an Audio-Technica AT120E cartridge mounted onto a world-class HD headshell for your convenience.

• LP Tunes High-Definition inch mount headshell
• Aerospace alloy for tensile strength and low resonance
• SOAR HD5 headshell wires for exceptional sound quality
• Aligned length ~52 mm for use with many tonearms
• Alignment adjustable for extra precision and compatibility
• Free alignment protractor
• 16.7g weight with mounted Audio-Technica AT120E cartridge

GRADO STATEMENT SONATA1 PHONO CARTRIDGE 0.5mV

The newly redesigned Statement Sonata1 has had its coil design reconfigured, and the effective moving mass of its generating system has been reduced by 17%. All this is hand-assembled within a machined, new processed, Australian Jarrah wood housing. The Statement Sonata1 model uses a modified four piece OTL cantilever technology achieving a 10% tip mass reduction over the Prestige series and ultra-high purity long crystal (UHPLC) oxygen free copper wire in the coils. The Statement Sonata 1 model uses Grado's specially designed nude elliptical diamond mounted on a brass bushing.

Grado Statement Sonata1 Cartridge Specifications
- Type: MI
- Output voltage: 0.5mV
- Frequency response: 10Hz-60kHz
- Load impedance: 47k ohms
- Channel separation: 40dB
- Stylus type: Grado specially designed elliptical diamond
- Stylus replacement: Factory replaceable
- Inductance: 2mH
- Resistance: 2
- Mounting: 1/2 inch
- Compliance: 20mm/N
- Recommended tracking force: 1.5 g
- Weight: 6.5g

Reviews

"...the Sonata does a great job in reproducing the bass?Yes, the midrange was excellent. The upper octaves of the Grado Sonata did extend to the limits of my test records and sound very smooth. Very nice indeed!"
Anthony H. Cordesman - Audiophile Voice

"And though the Sonata showed consistent excellence with stereo staging and imaging, one always sensed a truth to the recording, without exaggerated effect."
Wayne Garcia - The Absolute Sound

GRADO STATEMENT MASTER1 MASTER 1 PHONO CARTRIDGE 0.5MV

The Statement Master is revelatory. It reveals in exquisite and picturesque detail the musical nuance, energy, and excitement of the original recording. The most rewarding bounty is being able to hear your records as pure and analog as they truly are.

Grado Statement Master 1 Cartridge Specifications
- Type: MI
- Output voltage: 0.5mV
- Frequency response: 110Hz-60kHz
- Load impedance: 47k ohms
- Channel separation: 40dB
- Stylus type: Elliptical
- Stylus replacement: Factory replaceable
- Inductance: 2mH
- Resistance: 2
- Mounting: 1/2 inch
- Compliance: 20mm/N
- Recommended tracking force: 1.5 g
- Weight: 6.5 g

GRADO 78E PHONO CARTRIDGE

Ships to US only

Grado 78 RPM cartridges are designed for high output and excellent stability even under severe use. Each cartridge can be used for either archival or casual play without concern for undue wear on the record. All Grado 78 RPM phono cartridges have a considerable reduction in tip mass resulting in extended frequency response while tracking forces can range from 2-5 grams. Many experts acclaim Grado 78 RPM cartridges as virtually the finest 78 RPM cartridges in the world.

The Grado 78E cartridge uses a modified four-piece OTL cantilever technology, oxygen free wire in the coils and a specially designed, highly polished, conical/spherical 3.0 mil diamond mounted in a brass bushing.

Grado 78E Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Type: Moving magnet
- Output voltage: 5mV
- Frequency response: 10Hz-50kHz
- Load impedance: 47k ohms
- Stylus type: Conical
- Stylus replacement: User replaceable
- Stylus part no.: 78E
- Tracking force: 2-5 g

DENON DL-102 DL 102 DL102 PHONO CARTRIDGE
- Discontinued, no longer available.

Developed initially for broadcasting, the Denon DL-102 phono cartridge was designed to reproduce superior sound from monaural recorded records. The high output mono signal is designed to work with a standard moving magnet input.

A true mono phono design, the Denon DL-102 cartridge is capable of outstanding musicality when replaying monaural records. There are also those who believe that the DL-102 plays stereo records magnificently well.

Denon DL-102 Mono Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Output voltage @ 1kHz, 5cm/sec: 3mV
- Frequency response: 50Hz-10kHz +/- 2dB
- Stylus tip radius: 17 micron, round
- Tracking force: 2-4 g
- Output impedance: 240 ohms
- Weight: 13 g

Reviews
http://www3.sympatico.ca/murraya/DenonMonoPage.htm

BANG & OLUFSEN MMC-20S MMC 20S MMC20S PHONO CARTRIDGE

The Bang & Olufsen MMC20 Series cartridges are discontinued and are no longer available. We purchased the small remaining quantity so Beogram owners can continue to enjoy their exquisite turntables using an original B&O cartridge. The MMC-20S can be used to replace the following B&O cartridges: MMC10E, MMC20S, MMC20E, MMC20EN, MMC20CL, MMC3000, MMC4000, MMC5000 and MMC6000.

AUDIO-TECHNICA VM670SP CARTRIDGE

Designed for playing 78 RPM records with the highest fidelity, the VM670SP cartridge features a specialized body and internal wiring dedicated to monaural sound reproduction, Additionally, it is equipped with dual magnets that are internally connected to reduce record noise and obtain a highly focused "center" sound image that stereo cartridges can't provide. The stylus's 3.0 mil curvature radius makes it an excellent choice for playing 78s from a wide variety of eras.

Audio-Technica VM670SP cartridge specifications
- Type: VM
- Frequency response: 20 ~ 20,000 Hz
- Output voltage: 3.0 mV (1kHz, 5 cm/sec.)
- Channel separation: Not applicable
- Output balance: Not applicable
- Tracking force: 4.5 ~ 5.5 g (5.0 g standard)
- Coil impedance: 1.4 kΩ (1kHz)
- DC resistance: 400 Ω
- Load impedance: 47 kΩ
- Load capacitance: 100 ~ 200 pF
- Coil inductance: 230 mH (1kHz)
- Static compliance: 15 10-6 cm/dyne
- Dynamic compliance: 2 10-6 cm/dyne (100Hz)
- Stylus: Bonded conical (3.0 mil)
- Cantilever: Aluminum pipe
- Vertical tracking angle: 23
- Dimensions: 17.3(H) 17.0(W) 28.2(D) mm
- Weight: 6.4 g
- Replacment stylus: VMN70SP - Accessories: Cartridge installtion screws 5mm 2, 10 mm 2, Washer 2, Hexagon nut 2

Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.

AUDIO-TECHNICA VM610MONO CARTRIDGE

With a specialized body and internal wiring dedicated to monaural sound reproduction, the VM610MONO conical stylus cartridge is designed for playing mono records. Part of the 600 Series in Audio-Technica's new VM cartridge line a line that harks back to A-T's early days as a manufacturer primarily of high-end phono cartridges the VM610MONO is equipped with dual magnets that are internally connected to reduce record noise and obtain a highly focused "center" sound image that stereo cartridges can't provide.

Audio-Technica VM610MONO cartridge specifications
- Type: VM
- Frequency response: 20 ~ 20,000 Hz
- Output voltage: 3.0 mV (1kHz, 5 cm/sec.)
- Channel separation: Not applicable
- Output balance: Not applicable
- Tracking force: 4.5 ~ 5.5 g (5.0 g standard)
- Coil impedance: 1.4 kΩ (1kHz)
- DC resistance: 400 ΩΩ
- Load impedance: 47 kΩ
- Load capacitance: 100 ~ 200 pF
- Coil inductance: 230 mH (1kHz)
- Static compliance: 35 10-6 cm/dyne
- Dynamic compliance: 8 10-6 cm/dyne (100Hz)
- Stylus: Bonded conical (0.6 mil)
- Cantilever: Aluminum pipe
- Vertical tracking angle: 23
- Dimensions: 17.3(H) 17.0(W) 28.2(D) mm
- Weight: 6.4 g
- Replacment stylus: VMN10CB - Accessories: Cartridge installtion screws 5mm 2, 10 mm 2, Washer 2, Hexagon nut 2

Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.

AUDIO-TECHNICA VM520EB CARTRIDGE

Like all VM cartridges, the VM520EB is equipped with dual magnets that are positioned to match the left and right channels in the stereo record groove for outstanding channel separation and extended frequency response. The cartridge's 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical bonded stylus tracks the record groove with high accuracy for outstanding audio reproduction.

Audio-Technica VM520EB cartridge specifications
- Type: VM
- Frequency response: 20 ~ 23,000 Hz
- Output voltage: 4.5 mV (1kHz, 5 cm/sec.)
- Channel separation: 27 dB (1kHz)
- Output balance: 1.5 dB (1kHz)
- Tracking force: 1.8 ~ 2.2 g (2.0 g standard)
- Coil impedance: 2.7 kΩ (1kHz)
- DC resistance: 800 ΩΩ
- Load impedance: 47 kΩ
- Load capacitance: 100 ~ 200 pF
- Coil inductance: 460 mH (1kHz)
- Static compliance: 35 10-6 cm/dyne
- Dynamic compliance: 8 10-6 cm/dyne (100Hz)
- Stylus: Bonded elliptical (0.3 0.7 mil)
- Cantilever: Aluminum pipe
- Vertical tracking angle: 23
- Dimensions: 17.3(H) 17.0(W) 28.2(D) mm
- Weight: 6.4 g
- Replacment stylus: VMN20EB
- Accessories: Cartridge installtion screws 5mm 2, 10 mm 2, Washer 2, Hexagon nut 2

Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.

AUDIO-TECHNICA AT-50ANV AT50ANV LIMITED EDITION MC PHONO CARTRIDGE
- Conveys with unequalled purity thousands and more of harmonic notes and blank spaces

Audio-Technica has been renowned for its phono cartridges for 50 years, and the moving-coil AT50ANV exemplifies the company's distinguished excellence. The unequalled limited-edition AT50ANV has a unique air-core design that employs a non-magnetic armature for the coil frame, yielding exquisite resolution, fine musical detail and a natural, transparent, full-bodied sound quality - reproducing with purity a thousand and more harmonic notes and blank spaces so honestly glorious it connects our ears with our soul and brain. Its new magnetic proprietary circuit design and neodymium magnets deliver almost twice the output of previous cartridges for extremely low noise and improved bass response.

● Non magnetic core MC type developed as a 50th anniversary commemorative model uses a newly developed pure titanium non magnetic armature as the coil winding frame. This provides organically natural and clear sound quality and ability to express three-dimensional sound fields.

● Newly designed magnetic circuit that maximizes magnetic energy. The permendur magnetic circuit parts located around the magnet have also been newly designed to maximize the strength of the intensive magnetic field in the coil gap. This magnetic circuit increases the output voltage, and also enhances playback capability in the medium to low-frequency range.

● Special line contact stylus with tip curvature radii of 40μm 7μm and solid boron cantilever with a 0.26 mm diameter. They enable exact transfer of music signals read by the stylus tip to the magneto coil.

● Machined pure titanium base that supports the magnetic circuit and vibration system is made of precisely machined pure titanium materials. This serves as a solid base to frame a stable and wide soundstage and playback capability.

● Hybrid body that reduces unnecessary parasitic resonance. The housing is made of machined aluminum materials and the cover is made of hard plastic materials. Together they dissipate parasitic resonances that smear and create spurious harmonics. With virtually minimal resonance, you'll experience see through clarity, musical air and optimal sound quality.

● Quad hybrid lead wires with a balanced blend of gold clad, 7N-OFC, PCOCC and OFC are used in pursuit of the ideal balance with the main cartridge unit.

Audio-Technica AT50ANV Specifications
- Type: Non Magnetic Core MC
- Frequency response: 15 ~ 50,000 Hz
- Output voltage: 0.12 mV (1kHz, 3.54 cm/sec.)
- Channel separation: 30 dB (1kHz)
- Output balance: 0.5 dB (1kHz)
- Tracking force: 1.6 ~ 2.0 g (1.8 g standard)
- Coil impedance: 11.5 Ω (1kHz)
- DC resistance: 11.5 ΩΩ
- Rec. load impedance: Min. 100 Ω (when head amplifier connected)
- Coil inductance: 7 μH (1kHz)
- Static compliance: 35 10-6 cm/dyne
- Dynamic compliance: 10 10-6 cm/dyne (100Hz)
- Stylus: Special line contact stylus
- Cantilever: Diameter 0.26mm solid boron
- Vertical tracking angle: 23
- Dimensions: 17.3(H) 17(W) 25.6(L) mm
- Weight: 10.0 g
- Accessories: Driver 1 non-magnetic material, washer 2, protector 1, cartridge mounting screws (12mm 2,18 mm 2), nut 2, brush 1, line set quattro hybrid AT6106 1.

Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.

AUDIO-TECHNICA AT-F2 AT F2 ATF2 PHONO CARTRIDGE

The new Audio-Technica AT-F2 stereo moving coil cartridge offers unheard of musical achievement and value. It is an excellent example of Audio-Technica's latest leap and advancement in technical expertise, unique technological knowledge, and employment of hybrid materials to engineer MC cartridges of optimal and world-class performance. In this instance, its high achievement is fulfilled through a balance of material use and technical implementations each contributing to the AT-F2's musical rightness - the reverse V-shaped dual left and right coil design, special elliptical stylus, aluminum pipe cantilever, PCOCC coil, Neodymium magnet, and precision crafted sturdy aluminum base.

Audio-Technica AT-F2 Phono Cartridge Specifications
- Tonearm mount: 1/2 inch
- Type: Moving coil
- Frequency response: 15Hz-30kHz
- Output voltage @ 1kHz,5cm/sec: 0.32mV
- Tracking force: 1.8-2.2 g (2.0 g standard)
- Recommended load impedance: Minimum 100 ohms
- Coil impedance: 12 ohms (1kHz)
- DC resistance: 12 ohms
- Channel separation @ 1kHz: 25dB
- Channel balance @ 1kHz: >1.5dB
- Dynamic compliance: 9.0 x 10^-6cm/dyne (100Hz)
- Static compliance: 35 x 10^-6cm/dyne
- Stylus: Elliptical 0.3 0.7 mil
- Vertical tracking angle: 23
- Dimensions: 17.3"h x 16.8"w x 25.4"l
- Weight: 5.0 g
- Accessories included: Stylus protector (x 1), nuts (x 2), washers (x 2), cartridge mounting screws 5 mm (x 2), 9 mm (x 2)

LP TUNES T4P REFERENCE SERIES VML PHONO CARTRIDGE

For those seeking the ultimate reference quality P-mount phono cartridge, the VML is the long-awaited cartridge that has been missing in P-mount cartridges.

● Ultimate reference quality Microline-diamond-based P-mount T4P cartridge
● Made in Japan to reproduce with peerless fidelity and sound quality
● Made by Japanese shokunin seeking to create perfection with each stylus
● Nude Super MicroLine diamond tip radius: .000079 x .0031 inch
● Low-mass aluminum alloy cantilever for tracing accuracy and fidelity
● LP TUNES® stylus - Above and beyond copies and generics

By 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 functional 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 a 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. Or vice versa, if you determine that you do not need the performance of your existing cartridge, then you can choose a less capable stylus to lower performance. With LP TUNES cartridges, you decide how far you want to go with your music.

The LP TUNES T4P Reference Series VML offers pinnacle performance, musicality and fidelity. It features a nude Microline diamond tip, each exquisitely polished to perfection and then precision nude mounted on a thin alloy tubular cantilever for long playing life and exceptional tracing of record grooves. Due to the Microline's exceptional extractive prowess, it is featured only in the top cartridge models where detail and clarity are paramount performance objectives.

The result - excellence in musical accuracy and faithfulness to the artist's original ambitions.

Application Note:
The LP TUNES SERIES VML phono cartridge may be used as direct replacement for the following cartridges: Audio-Technica I-LT, IILT (Tan), 20E/U, 30E/U, AT97E/U, AT98E/U, AT111E/U, AT112E/U, AT113LC/U, AT250, AT250G, AT420E/U, AT440E/U, AT450, AT460LC/U, AT733, AT2000XE, ATU4000, ATU4020EP, ATU4030 (TAN), ATUPM, DB74E, DB83E, DR200E, DR300E, DR350, DR400E, HR101E/U, HR201E/U, HR301E/U, HR401LC/U, PK29P, PK29PC, SERIES I, SERIES III, SERIES V, SERIES VII, SERIES VIII, SS331E/U, SS441E/U, SS551LC/U, TC216EP, TC226EP, TC236EP, TC246LP, TM1, TM3, TM5, TM7, TM8, TR421U, TR431U, TR441U, TR451U, USA5. USA7, USA9, 30E/U, 40 LC/U, 1001, 2002, 3003, 6006, 8008, DC10, DC20, DC30, DR150, DR250, DR350, Dr750, DR950, PT200, PT300, PT600, PT800, SR2, SR4, SR6, VRM1, VRM3, VRM5, Z100X, Z500X, CFT4PSE cartridge. If unsure or need assistance, please contact us.