Specification
audio-technica phono cartridges guide - 2019/20 - 9
Audio-Technica’s new reference AT-ART1000 Direct Power Stereo
Moving Coil Cartridge has been developed and engineered as part of the
company’s “Excellence” programme to deliver the highest listening
experience for audiophiles. AT-ART1000 Audio-Technica’s is the most
advanced and sophisticated cartridge to-date.
Special Line Contact Stylus
The AT-ART1000 features a special line contact diamond tip stylus and a
solid boron cantilever. This high-performance stylus / cantilever
combination enables the maximum pick-up of ”information” from even
the most complex vinyl record grooves.
For the Direct Power System to flourish eectively, a lightweight solid
boron has been specially selected for superior strength and subtle control
of movement.
Direct Power System
To ensure the best possible listening experience when playing
analogue records, Audio
-Technica have engineered and developed our
Direct Power System. Considered by some as simply a theoretical idea,
we have succeeded in making this a reality in the AT-ART1000 cartridge
by combining our unique analogue technology with the most advanced
construction materials available today.
Our Direct Power System places the moving coil directly on top of the
stylus tip to ensure that audio quality is not compromised with the
negative eects introduced by the cantilever’s length and material.
With the coils in such close proximity, the stylus tip allows the cartridge
to vividly render the most subtle sonic details with unsurpassed
transient response.
Non-magnetic core coil with 3 ohm impedance
To create the non-magnetic core coil, a 20 µm diameter PCOCC wire
wound eight turns to a diameter of 0.9 mm is used. Despite being a non-
magnetic core type, an output voltage of 0.2 mV is obtained by placing a
3 ohms coil in the minuscule 0.6 mm gap of a powerful magnetic circuit.
Titanium Body
The structure that supports the specialized magnetic circuit and
suspension system is constructed from titanium. Known for its
lightweight, strong and anti-resonant acoustic properties, this material
requires sophisticated machining and is only employed in
Audio
-Technica’s top of the range cartridge models. The titanium also
works in tandem with the cartridge’s polymer cover and aluminium
housing to minimize vibrations that can colour the sound quality.
Cartridge Rebuild Programme
(1)
see page 21.
To protect against damage to the cantilever and wear to the stylus tip of
this product, we oer our Cartridge Rebuild Programme, a paid service.
This service oers a replacement of the whole motor unit (stylus tip,
cantilever, coils and rubber dampers).
(1)
For more information on how you can apply for this rebuild programme, contact your local
Audio‑Technica service centre (locations can be found at: www.at-globalsupport.com)
or the Excellence retailer from where you purchased your AT‑ART1000.
For terms and conditions, please visit www.excellence.audio‑technica.com.
(2)
Please note, as part of the Audio‑Technica Excellence programme the AT‑ART1000
Direct Power Stereo MC Cartridge is only available from selected Audio‑Technica
Excellence retailers.
Excellence Series cartridge
Nude Rectangular Shank
Special Line Contact
AT-ART1000
Direct power stereo MC cartridge
5 200,00 e
(2)
Including VAT
EAN 4961310136390
Model Number ART1000
Type Direct Power System
Body Material Aluminium / titanium
Frequency Response 15 to 30,000 Hz
Channel Separation 30 dB (1 kHz)
Output Channel Balance 0.5 dB (1 kHz)
Output Voltage 0.2 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)
Vertical Tracking Angle 21 degrees
Vertical Tracking Force Range Specified for each individual cartridge
Stylus Shape Special Line Contact
Stylus Curvature Radius 1.5 x 0.28 mil
Stylus Construction Nude rectangular shank
Cantilever 0.26mm Ø solid boron
Static Compliance 30 x 10
– 6
cm / dyne
Dynamic Compliance 12 x 10
– 6
cm / dyne (100 Hz)
Wire Used for Coil 20 mm Ø PCOCC (see note n°3)
Terminal Pins Brass
Recommended Load Impedance Min 30 W (see note n°4)
Coil Impedance 3 W (1 kHz)
DC Resistance 3 W
Coil Inductance 1 mH (1 kHz)
Cartridge Weight 11 g
Dimensions
17.3 (H) x 17 (W) x 25.5 (L) mm
Mounting 1/2” centers
Replacement Stylus (see page 9, note n°1)
Accessories Included 1 non‑magnetic screw driver; 1 brush; 2 washers; 2 x 12 mm mounting screws;
2 Nuts; 2 x 18 mm mounting screws; 1 plastic protector; 1 set of PCOCC Lead Wires