{"product_id":"audio-technica-at33xmld-dual-moving-coil-phono-cartridge","title":"Audio-Technica - AT33xMLD - Dual Moving Coil Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eClassic analogue warmth with fine detail. The Audio-Technica AT33xMLD is a dual moving coil stereo cartridge pairing a nude Microlinear stylus with a duralumin tapered pipe cantilever, independent PCOCC coils, a neodymium magnet with permendur yoke, and a three-material composite body with a die-cast zinc base to disperse resonance. A particularly good match for rock and jazz records, especially those from the 1950s, '60s and '70s. Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Latest Update to a Venerable Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe AT33x Series is the first extensive overhaul of the AT33 line in years, bringing new warmth and fullness to your favourite music. Through technological and material improvements, including Audio-Technica's first use of die-cast zinc at the base of the cartridge, it suppresses unwanted resonance and improves expressiveness in the mid to low frequencies, while letting you hear the finest details across the audio spectrum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe redesigned series delivers a classic analogue sound, rich in detail across the spectrum with lifelike expressiveness in the mid to low frequencies. The AT33xMLD is an excellent choice for rock and jazz records, particularly those recorded in the 1950s, '60s and '70s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMicrolinear Nude Stylus on a Duralumin Cantilever\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe AT33xMLD pairs a nude Microlinear stylus (2.2 × 0.12 mil) with a high-hardness duralumin tapered pipe cantilever. The Microlinear profile tracks the record groove with great accuracy, for more nuanced sound reproduction than elliptical and conical styli, and the cantilever enhances high-frequency control. The result is a warm yet detailed sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA Suspension Built on Piano Wire\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA newly developed suspension mechanism uses piano wire for even better tracking accuracy, lowering the dynamic compliance slightly for more substantial audio, particularly in the mid-low range. Together with the rubber damper design, it gives the AT33xMLD a lower dynamic compliance than other Audio-Technica cartridges, which lets the cartridge work with a variety of tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDual Moving Coil — Independent PCOCC Coils\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe dual moving coil design uses independent left- and right-channel coils made from PCOCC (Pure Copper by Ohno Continuous Casting), providing outstanding channel separation and smooth signal transmission. A neodymium magnet and permendur yoke create a strong magnetic field that maximises generating efficiency, for responsive, high-resolution analogue playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA Three-Material Body That Disperses Resonance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEvery AT33x Series cartridge body is built from three distinct materials, die-cast zinc, aluminium and high-rigidity polymer, arranged to reduce and disperse resonance across the whole body so that no frequency predominates during playback. Dense, rigid die-cast zinc at the base suppresses unwanted vibration and improves the expressiveness of the mid-to-low frequency range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEasy to Mount\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThreaded mounting holes (M2.6) mean only two screws are needed to mount the cartridge, which is especially useful with an integrated tonearm. A non-magnetic screwdriver, brush, washers, mounting screws in three lengths and a protector are all included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe AT33xMLD's stylus assembly is not field-replaceable. Audio-Technica offers a fee-based Moving Coil Exchange Program to properly service your moving coil cartridge. It is a low-output moving coil cartridge (0.4mV), so it needs a phono stage with an MC input, or a step-up device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFeature Cards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e🎵 Warm, Detailed — Great with Rock and Jazz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eClassic analogue sound with lifelike mid-to-low frequency expressiveness, suited to rock and jazz recorded in the 1950s, '60s and '70s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e💎 Nude Microlinear Stylus (2.2 × 0.12 mil)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTracks the groove accurately for more nuanced reproduction than elliptical and conical profiles, on a duralumin tapered pipe cantilever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e🧲 Dual Moving Coil — Independent PCOCC Coils\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIndependent left and right coils for outstanding channel separation. Neodymium magnet and permendur yoke for responsive, high-resolution playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e🛡️ Tri-Material Body with Die-Cast Zinc Base\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDie-cast zinc, aluminium and high-rigidity polymer disperse resonance for a balanced, natural sound. Threaded mounting holes for easy installation. Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEditorial Blockquote\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The AT33xMLD is an excellent choice for playing rock and jazz records.\"\u003c\/em\u003e — Audio-Technica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAt-a-Glance Bullets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAT33x Series dual moving coil (MC) stereo cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus: nude Microlinear — curvature radius 2.2 × 0.12 mil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever: duralumin tapered pipe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePiano wire suspension and rubber damper design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndependent PCOCC (Pure Copper by Ohno Continuous Casting) coils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeodymium magnet and permendur yoke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComposite body: die-cast zinc, aluminium and high-rigidity polymer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded mounting holes (M2.6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput voltage: 0.4mV (1kHz, 5cm\/sec)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 20–42,000Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannel separation: 27dB (1kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking force: 1.8–2.2g (2.0g standard)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended load impedance: ≥ 100Ω (when head amplifier connected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus assembly not field-replaceable — fee-based Moving Coil Exchange Program\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual moving coil (MC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStylus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNude Microlinear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStylus Curvature Radius\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.2 × 0.12 mil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCantilever\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDuralumin tapered pipe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 to 42,000Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannel Separation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27dB (1kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.4mV (1kHz, 5cm\/sec)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Balance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.0dB (1kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoil Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12Ω (1kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDC Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoil Inductance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26µH (1kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Load Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≥ 100Ω (when head amplifier connected)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStatic Compliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21 × 10⁻⁶ cm\/dyne\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDynamic Compliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 × 10⁻⁶ cm\/dyne (100Hz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTracking Force\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8 to 2.2g (2.0g standard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVertical Tracking Angle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThreaded Holes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM2.6 × 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (H × W × D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.1 × 16.6 × 26.1mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10.1g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccessories Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-magnetic screwdriver, brush, washers × 2, cartridge installation screws (M2.6) 8.0mm × 2, 10.0mm × 2, 13.0mm × 2, protector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWashers × 2 and the 8.0mm screws × 2 secure the cartridge in the box at the time of purchase. Keep them after unboxing.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eClosing Quote\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Warm, detailed and made for classic records. The Audio-Technica AT33xMLD — a Microlinear moving coil cartridge with a lifelike mid-to-low presence.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Audio Technica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67198069735539,"sku":"AT33xMLD","price":1099.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2109\/2929\/files\/AT33xMLD-1.webp?v=1794617957","url":"https:\/\/www.theaudiotailor.com.au\/products\/audio-technica-at33xmld-dual-moving-coil-phono-cartridge","provider":"The Audio Tailor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}