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Audio-Technica AT-ART1000 Direct Power Stereo MC Cartridge

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Audio-Technica AT-ART1000 Direct Power Stereo MC CartridgeAudio Technica Direct Power Stereo MC Cartridge The AT ART1000 (ART for Audio Technica Reference Transducer) is Audio Technicas flagship phono cartridge, handmade in Japan. Born of the pursuit of audio excellence that has driven A T for more than 60 years, the AT ART1000 introduces an innovative, audiophile design heretofore unseen in mass produced cartridges. The AT ART1000 has been designated an Audio Technica Excellence Product, a recognition that

Audio-Technica Direct Power Stereo MC Cartridge

The AT-ART1000 (“ART” for Audio-Technica Reference Transducer) is Audio-Technica’s flagship phono cartridge, handmade in Japan. Born of the pursuit of audio excellence that has driven A-T for more than 60 years, the AT-ART1000 introduces an innovative, audiophile design heretofore unseen in mass-produced cartridges.

The AT-ART1000 has been designated an Audio-Technica Excellence Product, a recognition that identifies products that meet our highest standards of high-fidelity performance. 

The cartridge’s direct power system places the dual moving coil directly on top of the stylus tip, ensuring that the audio quality does not suffer the negative effects normally introduced by the cantilever's length and material type. Having the coils move in such close proximity to the stylus tip allows the cartridge to vividly render even the most subtle sonic details and provide unsurpassed transient response.

Each of the cartridge’s two coils is constructed of 20 ìm diameter PCOCC (Pure Copper by Ohno Continuous Casting) wire, wound eight turns to a diameter of 0.9 mm to create a non-magnetic core coil. The 3-ohm coils are placed in the tiny 0.6 mm gap of a powerful magnetic circuit, enabling each coil to generate an output voltage of 0.2 mV.

The AT-ART1000 features the same high-performance line contact stylus and solid boron cantilever found in the AT-OC9/III, enabling the cartridge to faithfully trace the record groove and reliably transfer the signal to the coils. The base that supports the specialized magnetic circuit and vibration system is made from titanium. This sturdy base is instrumental in providing consistent playback, and works in combination with the cartridge’s hard plastic cover and aluminium housing to disperse resonance that negatively affects the sound quality.

Please Note: AT-ART1000’s stylus assembly is not field-replaceable, but Audio-Technica offers a fee-based Moving Coil Exchange Program to properly service your moving coil cartridge.

Features

  • Innovative direct power system delivers unsurpassed transient response, resulting in reproduction of even the most subtle sonic details

  • Special line contact stylus and solid boron cantilever with a 0.26 mm diameter ensure an extremely accurate reading of the record groove

  • Non-magnetic core coils provide exquisite, full-dimensional audio reproduction

  • Powerful neodymium magnet and exclusive magnetic circuit with a miniscule 0.6 mm magnetic gap provide remarkably efficient power generation

  • Magnetic circuit’s titanium base works in combination with the cartridge’s hard plastic cover and aluminium housing to disperse unwanted resonance

  • PCOCC (Pure Copper by Ohno Continuous Casting) coil enables pure signal transfer

Specifications

  • Cartridge & Stylus
  • Frequency Response 15-30,000 Hz
  • Channel Separation 30 dB (1 kHz)
  • Vertical Tracking Angle 21 degrees
  • Vertical Tracking Force Specified for each individual cartridge (refer to “Tracking force information” included with the cartridge)
  • Stylus Construction Nude Rectangular Shank
  • Recommended Load Impedance Min. 30 ohms (when head amplifier is connected)
  • Coil Impedance 3 ohms (1 kHz)
  • DC Resistance 3 ohms
  • Coil Inductance 1 μH (1 kHz)
  • Output Voltage 0.2 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)
  • Output Channel Balance 0.5 dB (1 kHz)
  • Stylus Shape Special Line contact
  • Cantilever 0.26 mm diameter solid boron
  • Static Compliance 30 x 10 – 6 cm / dyne
  • Dynamic Compliance 12 x 10 – 6 cm / dyne (100 Hz)
  • Mounting Half-inch
  • Dimensions 17.3 (H) x 17 (W) x 25.5 (L) mm
  • Accessories Included Non-magnetic screwdriver; washer (× 2); protector; nut (× 2); cartridge installation screws (12 mm × 2, 18 mm × 2); brush; PCOCC lead wire set
  • Body Material Aluminium/Titanium
  • Mounting Feature Half-inch mount
  • Stylus Curvature Radius 1.5 x 0.28 mil
  • Terminal Pins Brass
  • Type Direct Power System
  • Weight 11 g
  • Wire Used for Coil 20 μm Ø PCOCC
  • Notes Note: Moving coil cartridges require receivers or preamps with compatible inputs; their stylus assemblies are not field-replaceable.
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E. M. Zobrist
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★★★★★ 4
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Size: 10, Color: Grey, Size: 10, Color: Grey
I got 2 pairs of these specifically for a water rafting trip. The first pair was a little large, so I went down a half size ( and gave the larger pair to my son). They are comfortable, even for wide feet - although after a long day of use in the water, there was some chaffing on the outsides of my feet. It loosened up a bit across my wide foot, after getting wet. These worked great! They have adjustable strap across the back, that pulls tight on the outside. the laces are elastic and tighten by pulling and then pushing the stopper down onto the laces. They didn't slip (loosen) but, to get them tight, I had excessive amount of laces hanging out (had to tuck them into the tongue.
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Z. Khin
Pawtucket, US
★★★★★ 5
Exactly what I was looking for
Size: 9-9.5, Color: Black Denim Blue
Perfect for what I wanted in an active casual shoe. Love the tread, it's both grippy and durable but flexible, the fit, adjustability, easy to take on and off, perfect amount of cushion and stability. Can wear with or without socks comfortably.
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Gary R
Dallas, US
★★★★★ 5
Excellent value!
Size: 10.5, Color: Black
Very well Made. Just received these and was surprised at the quality of the materials and they way they look. Much higher quality than the oriental point. They are comfortable and fit very well. I ordered 10.5, nice room in the box. I have not worn them yet, first impressions are positive. I will update after wearing them for awhile. So far, very happy with the purchase! Black and orange color looks great!
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Pete V
Port Orchard, US
★★★★★ 5
Perfect fit
Size: 9-9.5, Color: Blue/Grey
I think these shoes are excellent. I ordered a pair which arrived after 2 days. Contrary to some reviews I do not find these water shoes a tight fit at all. And I have bunions. Indeed I find them very comfortable. I have used them in water and as advertised they drain dry pretty quickly. In short I am delighted with the shoes. So much so that I ordered a second pair. Different colour of course. They just arrived and I am wearing them now. Same size and just as comfortable. Thank you.
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K.C.
Bozeman, US
★★★★★ 1
One day of use, then it rubbed against my toes and caused cuts
Size: 9-9.5, Color: Black Denim Blue, Size: 9-9.5, Color: Black Denim Blue
I got these right before a trip to Costa Rica where we would be doing a lot of hiking, some tubing, and be in and out of water. They felt great when I first tried them on and I was optimistic. Our first day, we hiked a total of about 5 miles in the forest and along a river, with some swimming in pools throughout the hike. These weren't difficult trails, but a mix of gravel, rock, dirt, etc. The shoes felt fantastic and were comfortable all day. Later that evening, after they had mostly dried out, we did another mile or so to some other pools and I had no problem. During that hike I was so happy I was actually talking to my kids about what great things I was going to say in a review. The following day however, as soon as I put on the sandals, just walking to the hotel pool, the top of the shoe, just above my big toes, was bending and rubbing against my toes. It was very noticeable and I took them off and made sure there was no sand or anything else causing the irritation. I had no other choice that day and we ended up back on a similar trail, hiking a total of about 1.5 miles, with it rubbing against my toes the entire time. I tried both tightening and loosening the shoes and changing my stride to step more flat footed so they wouldn't bend at the back of my step, but that didn't help. Neither did getting them wet again, hoping to soften something up. By the time we were half way through that hike, there were visible raw spots on top of both my big toes. By the time we were done, they had become sores and very painful. The following day, we walked on the sidewalk to breakfast about three blocks away and it hurt bad enough that I found a store and bought a pair of flip-flops instead. I haven't worn the sandals since. I can't tell exactly what's going on inside the shoe, but I think the leathery part of the shoe is pushing down at the natural break in the toe area when I step, and the mesh is rubbing. Since I've worn them outside and been swimming in them, I can't return them, but they're basically useless after one good day.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2025

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