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AT-OC10 (Soundsmith rebuild)
Audio-TechnicaEstimated price (community-sourced)
About the AT-OC10 (Soundsmith rebuild)
The Audio-Technica AT-OC10 is a dual moving-coil phono cartridge known for its wide frequency response (10-50,000 Hz) and low output voltage of 0.4 mV. It features a gold vaporized beryllium cantilever and a micro-line elliptical stylus in its original form, with 6NPC/OCC coils and neodymium magnets. The cartridge weighs 8 grams and has a recommended tracking force between 1.25 and 1.75 grams. The Soundsmith rebuild replaces the original cantilever with a boron cantilever and fits an optimized contour line stylus, which increases the contact area with the groove wall, reducing record and stylus wear while improving high-frequency performance and allowing for lower tracking force. This rebuild is highly regarded and costs approximately plus shipping. The cartridge is suitable for medium to low compliance tonearms and requires a load impedance greater than 100 ohms. It is a favored choice for audiophiles seeking a refined analog playback experience with excellent transient accuracy and dynamic range.
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