ART-1000x Direct Power MC Cartridge
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This next-generation cartridge takes the philosophy and design of the innovation AT-ART1000 to a new level, with a more refined direct power system for improved efficiency and enhanced bass reproduction. Developed and manufactured in Japan, utilising cutting-edge materials and design elements, the AT-ART1000X delivers the ultimate listening experience to audiophiles around the world.
The AT-ART1000X has been designated an Audio-Technica Excellence Product, a recognition that identifies products that meet our highest standards of high-fidelity performance.
ART-1000x
| Cartridge & Stylus |
| Frequency Response |
15 - 30,000 Hz |
| Channel Separation |
30 dB (1 kHz) |
| Vertical Tracking Angle |
19° |
| Vertical Tracking Force |
Refer to “Tracking force information” included in the box. |
| Recommended Load Impedance |
≥ 30 ohms (when head amplifier connected) |
| Coil Impedance |
3.5 ohms (1 kHz) |
| DC Resistance |
3.5 ohms |
| Coil Inductance |
≤ 1 μH (1 kHz) |
| Output Voltage |
0.22 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec.) |
| Output Channel Balance |
0.5 dB (1 kHz) |
| Stylus Shape |
Special line contact stylus |
| Cantilever |
0.26 mm (0.010") diameter solid boron |
| Static Compliance |
20 × 10–6 cm/dyne |
| Dynamic Compliance |
9 × 10–6 cm/dyne (100 Hz) |
| Dimensions |
17.3 mm (0.68") × 17.0 mm (0.67") × 25.5 mm (1.0") (H × W × D) |
| Accessories Included |
・Case (wooden box) ・Non-magnetic screwdriver ・Washer × 2 ・Protector ・Cartridge installation screws (M2.6) (5.0 mm × 2, 8.0 mm × 2, 10.0 mm × 2, 12.0 mm × 2) ・Brush |
| Threaded Hole |
M2.6 × 2 |
| Stylus Curvature Radius |
1.5 × 0.28 mil |
| Type |
Direct power system, non-magnetic core coil (MC) type |
| Weight |
11 g (0.39 oz) |