Audio-Technica AT-OC9XEB Dual Moving Coil Cartridge with Elliptical Stylus

The Audio-Technica AT-OC9XEB is the accessible entry point into the legendary OC9X series of dual moving coil phono cartridges. Since 1987 the OC9 line has been a reference for audiophiles seeking moving coil transparency, and the OC9XEB brings that pedigree to listeners stepping up from moving magnet designs for the first time.

At its heart is Audio-Technica's dual moving coil generator: independent coils for the left and right channels deliver outstanding channel separation and precise stereo imaging. The coils are aligned in a reverse V-shaped formation that exerts less pressure on the stylus, minimizing distortion. A neodymium magnet paired with a pure iron yoke provides increased magnetic energy for healthy output, while the aluminum body damps unwanted vibration for reduced resonance and cleaner audio reproduction.

The bonded elliptical stylus on an aluminum cantilever tracks accurately across the record, and the pre-threaded cartridge body mounts to your headshell or integral tonearm with just two screws — no nuts required — making installation refreshingly simple for a moving coil design.

Features

• Dual moving coil design with independent left/right coils for outstanding channel separation
• Reverse V-shaped coil formation reduces stylus pressure and minimizes distortion
• Bonded elliptical stylus with aluminum cantilever
• Neodymium magnet and pure iron yoke increase magnetic energy
• Aluminum body minimizes vibration for reduced resonance
• Pre-threaded body mounts with just two screws — no nuts required

Technical Specifications

• Model: AT-OC9XEB
• Type: Dual moving coil (MC) phono cartridge
• Stylus: Bonded elliptical
• Cantilever: Aluminum
• Magnet system: Neodymium magnet with pure iron yoke
• Body: Aluminum, pre-threaded half-inch mount
• UPC: 4961310150440