Audio-Technica AT-MONO3/SP: High-Output Moving Coil Mono Cartridge for 78 RPM Records
The Audio-Technica AT-MONO3/SP is a high-output (1.2 mV) moving coil cartridge designed specifically for 78 RPM mono records. Its horizontal PCOCC voice coils generate electrical signals with horizontal movement, ensuring accurate mono sound reproduction. The cartridge features a 2.5 mil conical stylus mounted on a hard duralumin cantilever, providing excellent sound quality and dependable performance. Additionally, the AT-MONO3/SP incorporates Hanenite rubber in the interior and cantilever fulcrum support to eliminate unnecessary vibrations.
Key Features:
- Mono-Specific Design: Optimized for 78 RPM mono records.
- Horizontal PCOCC Voice Coils: Ensure pure signal transfer.
- 2.5 mil Conical Stylus: Provides stable tracking and excellent sound reproduction for 78 RPM records.
- Hanenite Rubber Components: Eliminate unnecessary vibrations for clearer audio.
- High Output Level: 1.2 mV, suitable for use with standard MM phono inputs.
Technical Specifications:
- Frequency Response: 20 – 20,000 Hz
- Output Voltage: 1.2 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec.)
- Vertical Tracking Force: 2.5 g (standard)
- Impedance: 40 ohms
- Weight: 6.8 g
The AT-MONO3/SP is ideal for collectors and enthusiasts seeking high-quality playback of 78 RPM mono records.
Read more on Audio-Technica’s official website.