AT-OC10 (Soundsmith rebuild) vs AT33E
The AT33E's compliance is 40 cu against the AT-OC10 (Soundsmith rebuild)'s 35 cu. Both share output (0.4 mV), tracking force (1.5 g), and cartridge type (MC).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$250
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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.
Specifications
Cartridge
Phono cartridge specifications
- Cartridge Type
- MC
- Output Voltage
- 0.4 mV
- Tracking Force
- 1.5 g
- Stylus Type
- line_contact
- Compliance
- 35 cu
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Weight
- 0.008 kg (0 lbs)
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