AT-ART9XI
Audio Technica’s flagship magnetic core moving coil cartridge, the AT-ART9XI, is designed to immerse you in a world of audio like never before. This high-end MC phono cartridge features dual moving coils aligned in an inverted V shape, delivering exceptional separation and an expansive response that guarantees crystal-clear sound localisation and virtually no distortion.
What sets this cartridge apart is its special line contact stylus, ensuring a faithful reproduction of the music signal, while the 0.28 mm diameter solid boron cantilever provides an exhilarating level of responsiveness. To top it off, the inclusion of a neodymium magnet and permendur yoke significantly amps up the magnetic energy, bringing your music to life like never before.
The AT-ART9XI’s magnetic circuit is a marvel of engineering, delivering an impressive output voltage of 0.5 mV at 1 kHz and 5 cm/sec. It doesn’t stop there – PCOCC coils guarantee high-fidelity transmission that captures every nuance of your favourite tracks.
Crafted with precision, the cartridge features a machined aluminum base that supports both the magnetic circuit and the vibration system, ensuring unparalleled playback stability. Its hybrid body, composed of machined aluminum and high-rigidity plastic, reduces unwanted parasitic resonance, giving your music room to breathe.
With threaded cartridge mounting holes, installation is a breeze, whether you’re attaching it to a headshell or integrated tonearm. With the AT-ART9XI, rediscover your music collection with unmatched precision and depth.
Technical Specifications
| Frequency Response | 20-50,000 Hz |
|---|---|
| Channel Separation | 30 (dB at 1 kHz) |
| Vertical Tracking Angle | 20° |
| Vertical Tracking Force | 1.6-2.0 g (1.8 g standard) |
| Stylus Construction | Nude |
| Recommended Load Impedance | Min. 100 ohms (when head amplifier connected) |
| Coil Impedance | 12 ohms (1 kHz) |
| DC Resistance | 12 ohms |
| Coil Inductance | 25 µH (1 kHz) |
| Output Voltage | 0.5 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec.) |
| Output Channel Balance | 0.5 dB (1 kHz) |
| Stylus Shape | Special line contact |
| Cantilever | 0.28 mm diameter solid boron |
| Static Compliance | 25 x 10-6 cm/dyne |
| Dynamic Compliance | 15 x 10-6 cm/dyne (100 Hz) |
| Mounting | Half-inch |
| Cartridge Weight | 8.5 g (0.30 oz) |
| Dimensions | 17.3 mm (0.68″) H × 16.8 mm (0.66″) W × 25.0 mm (0.98″) D |
| Accessories Included | Non-magnetic screwdriver; 2 washers; cartridge installation screws (M2.6) (5.0 mm × 2, 8.0 mm × 2, 10.0 mm x 2, 12.0 mm x 2); protector; brush |
| Threaded Hole | M2.6 x 2 |
