Audio-Technica AT440MLA Dual-Moving Magnet Phono Cartridge

from OldStyle

I bought this cart to replace a well known competitor's cart that I found my self re-setting up about once a week. No matter how I tweaked it, the last two tracks on each side of the record were terrible sounding: sibilant, distorted, etc. I even updated my turntable � the cart's manufacturer ass...

from Janos

Been using At440ML and AT440MLa for 15+ years, Rega P3/RB300 arm. Less fussy setup than other carts I tried. They both survived massive abuse. They are virtually indestructible! I clean the stylus after each record, and there is no wear on either styli at all. They will both outlast me. Old, beat...

from zenith2134

This cart is high-quality for a number of reasons. 1. the tracking force is kept to a low number(1.4gr nominal) 2. Ohno Continuous Casting Copper used in the internal wiring=better detail retrieval and imaging. 3. dual magnet for separation 4. Perhaps most importantly, the MicroLine stylus is ver...

from cmeister92

I've had this cartridge over a year and typically use it as a backup on more worn lps. For newer discs, I usually use my AT150MLX. The AT440MLa is what I really consider the beginning of what some might call "audiophile" cartridges. The stylus is of a very advanced shape that Audio Technica calls...

from DiscoStu

I've had this cartridge for at least 5 years. It's very musical sounding, captures fine details and delivers expert tracking. It also works quite well with the less expensive and easier to find AT120E replacement stylus.