{"title":"Cartridges+","description":"\u003cp\u003ePhono Cartridges, Audiophile Headphones \u0026amp; Premium Vinyl Accessories — Everything Your Turntable Setup Is Missing\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"audio-technica-art9xa","title":"Audio-Technica ART9XA Moving Coil Phono Cartridge — OCC Copper MC with Shibata Stylus","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision-Engineered. Analytically Gifted. Audiophile from the First Groove.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Audio-Technica ART9XA is a reference-class moving coil (MC) phono cartridge that sets a remarkably high benchmark for detail retrieval, transient speed, and tonal accuracy at its price point. Designed for the serious vinyl enthusiast ready to take the step into true MC performance, the ART9XA delivers the kind of micro-dynamic resolution and high-frequency extension that moving magnet cartridges simply cannot match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAt the core of the ART9XA is a high-purity \u003cstrong\u003eOCC (Ohno Continuous Cast) copper wire\u003c\/strong\u003e coil winding — a deliberately chosen material prized for its near-zero impurities, extremely low inductance (2.5 µH), and outstanding conductivity. The result is an MC cartridge capable of tracing the finest groove modulations with vanishingly low coloration, bringing studio-master-level transparency to your turntable setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Shibata Stylus Advantage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFitted with a \u003cstrong\u003enude Shibata stylus\u003c\/strong\u003e on a \u003cstrong\u003esolid boron cantilever\u003c\/strong\u003e (0.28 mm diameter), the ART9XA accesses groove information that lesser stylus profiles leave untouched. Originally developed to play the outer bands of CD-4 quadraphonic records, the Shibata profile makes contact with the groove wall across a far wider surface area than elliptical or line-contact designs — dramatically reducing groove wear, lowering distortion at high frequencies, and unlocking the full 20 Hz – 50,000 Hz bandwidth the ART9XA is engineered to reproduce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFor audiophiles who have invested in high-resolution pressings, original Japanese imports, or 45 rpm audiophile releases, the Shibata stylus is one of the most capable tools available for reading every last fragment of encoded information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Built ART Series Quality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eEvery ART9XA is hand-assembled and individually measured at the Audio-Technica factory in Japan — a level of quality control that ensures channel separation of 30 dB and output channel balance within 0.5 dB, straight out of the box. This is a cartridge built to perform consistently and reliably at the highest level of analogue playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Ideal MC Cartridge for Whest Audio Phono Stages\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWith a low 0.2 mV output voltage, the ART9XA is designed for use with a dedicated, high-gain MC phono stage.  It is an exceptional partner for the \u003cstrong\u003eWhest Audio 20.SP0\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e20.DP0\u003c\/strong\u003e, and sits beautifully with the \u003cstrong\u003eWhest 60S Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e60Se Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e — phono stages engineered to handle even the most demanding low-output MC signals with complete authority and noise-free amplification. Together, they form a front-end combination that rivals analogue systems costing many times more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moving coil cartridges require a phono preamplifier with a compatible low noise MC input. The stylus assembly on the ART9XA is not field-replaceable — please handle with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Upgrade to a Moving Coil Cartridge?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMoving coil cartridges like the ART9XA use a fundamentally different transduction principle to moving magnet (MM) designs — the coil is lighter and moves within a fixed magnetic field, rather than a heavier magnet moving within a fixed coil. This lower moving mass translates directly into faster transient response, greater high-frequency extension, and a more accurate, grain-free presentation across the entire frequency spectrum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e20 – 50,000 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eChannel Separation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e30 dB (at 1 kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOutput Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e0.2 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm\/sec.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOutput Channel Balance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e0.5 dB (1 kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCoil Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOCC Copper Wire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCoil Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e12 ohms (1 kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDC Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e12 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCoil Inductance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e2.5 µH (1 kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eRecommended Load Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMin. 100 ohms (with head amplifier)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eStylus Shape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShibata\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eStylus Construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNude\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCantilever\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSolid Boron, 0.28 mm diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVertical Tracking Force\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e1.6 – 2.0 g (1.8 g standard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVertical Tracking Angle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e20°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eStatic Compliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e20 × 10⁻⁶ cm\/dyne\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDynamic Compliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e10 × 10⁻⁶ cm\/dyne (100 Hz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCartridge Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e8.5 g (0.30 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHalf-inch standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eThreaded Hole\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eM2.6 × 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDimensions (H × W × D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e17.3 × 16.8 × 25.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the Box:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-magnetic screwdriver, 2 washers, cartridge installation screws (M2.6 in 5.0 mm, 8.0 mm, 10.0 mm \u0026amp; 12.0 mm lengths × 2 each), stylus protector, stylus brush.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Audio Technica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42087017775327,"sku":"","price":1200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9340\/6175\/products\/at-art9xa_01.png?v=1637338593"},{"product_id":"audio-technica-art9xi","title":"Audio-Technica ART9XI — Moving Coil Cartridge with Pure Iron Coil","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"c-expander-banner__text\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"c-expander-banner__hidden-text s-cms-content js-banner__hidden-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarm. Resolute. Unmistakably Analogue.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Audio-Technica ART9XI (\u003cstrong\u003eI\u003c\/strong\u003eron Core) is a premium moving coil (MC) phono cartridge built for audiophiles who demand richness and authority from their vinyl collection.  At its heart lies a high-purity OCC (Ohno Continuous Cast) copper wire winding — the defining difference between the ART9XI and its aluminium-wound sibling, the ART9XA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCopper as a coil material brings a characteristically fuller tonal signature: enhanced midrange body, greater presence, and a warm, organic quality that breathes life into every groove. Yet the ART9XI never sacrifices the speed and ultra-fine resolution that have made the ART series a benchmark in high-end cartridge design. The result is an MC cartridge that sounds as natural and engaging as analogue audio gets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose the ART9XI?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIf you find that many MC cartridges lean too neutral or analytical, the ART9XI offers a compelling alternative — a cartridge that retains world-class technical performance while delivering the musical warmth that makes vinyl listening a truly immersive experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePaired with a \u003cstrong\u003esolid boron cantilever\u003c\/strong\u003e (0.28 mm diameter) and \u003cstrong\u003enude special line-contact stylus\u003c\/strong\u003e, the ART9XI traces complex groove modulations with exceptional precision, capturing micro-dynamics and fine inner detail across a sweeping \u003cstrong\u003e20 Hz – 50,000 Hz frequency response\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Ideal MC Cartridge for Whest Audio Phono Stages\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe ART9XI is the natural partner for the \u003cstrong\u003eWhest Audio 20.SP0 and 20.DP0 phono stages\u003c\/strong\u003e — both engineered from the ground up to handle the most demanding low-output MC signals. Together, they form a front-end pairing capable of extracting every nuance your vinyl has to offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e20 – 50,000 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eChannel Separation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e30 dB (at 1 kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOutput Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e0.5 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm\/sec.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOutput Channel Balance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e0.5 dB (1 kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCoil Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOCC Iron Wire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCoil Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e12 ohms (1 kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDC Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e12 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCoil Inductance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e25 µH (1 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This nuanced audio reproduction is further enhanced by the adoption of a solid boron cantilever, which transmits signals about 2.5 times faster than the previous model’s aluminum pipe, resulting in more accurate reproduction of dynamic musical passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve also added threaded inserts to the die-cast aluminum body of each VMx cartridge, making it easier to mount (just two screws required), especially to the integrated tonearms common on high-end turntables. 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They are ideal for studio mixing and tracking, FOH, DJing, mastering, post-production, audio forensics and personal listening. Crafted for lasting durability, the studio headphones provide excellent sound isolation and are equipped with 90° swiveling earcups for easy, one-ear monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"c-expander-banner__hidden-text s-cms-content js-banner__hidden-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCritically acclaimed M-Series professional monitor headphones deliver accurate audio and outstanding comfort, perfect for long sessions in the studio and on the go. Contoured earcups seal tight for excellent sound isolation, with minimal bleed. And the pro-grade materials are durable, yet comfortable. Find out why online reviewers, top audio engineers, and cult followers agree, M-Series is an unmatched combination of audio and build-quality that gets the job done. Hour after hour, year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"c-expander-banner__text\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"c-expander-banner__text\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"c-expander-banner__text\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Audio Technica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42087527710943,"sku":"","price":209.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9340\/6175\/products\/ath-m70x_01_1.png?v=1637342405"},{"product_id":"audio-technica-ath-m50x","title":"Audio Technica ATH-M50x Professional headphones - NEW","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"c-expander-banner__title\"\u003eATH-M50x: Our Most Popular Studio, Gaming \u0026amp; Everyday Headphones\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"c-expander-banner__text\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"s-cms-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe M50x are one of our most acclaimed audio solutions and our best-selling headphones. Based on the ATH-M50, the M50x include an upgraded detachable cable for convenience and versatility, perfect for the studio, gaming or when you’re out on the move. Enjoy passive noise isolation through the comfortable ear cups designed to keep you in the zone and in the game, while their large aperture drivers deliver our industry-loved sound signature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"c-expander-banner__text\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"s-cms-content\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"c-expander-banner__text\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"c-expander-banner__text\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"c-expander-banner__text\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Audio Technica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42087552909535,"sku":"","price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9340\/6175\/products\/ath-m50x_01_1_b53473a3-9e51-4101-b145-7defb74a342d.png?v=1637340642"},{"product_id":"audio-technica-art20","title":"Audio-Technica ART20 Moving Coil Cartridge 2025 | Premium MC Cartridge","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eAudio-Technica ART20\u003c\/b\u003e represents the upper tier of the ART moving coil series — a precision-crafted \u003cb\u003eMC cartridge\u003c\/b\u003e built with Audio-Technica's finest materials and assembly standards. 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