681 EEE MKIII vs Audio-Technica AT150Sa
The AT150Sa's output is 4.0 mV against the 681 EEE MKIII's 0.7 mV, its compliance 40 cu against 25 cu, its tracking force 1.4 g against 1.1 g, and its channel separation 30 dB against 35 dB.
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681 EEE MKIII
StantonAnalogCartridgesStylus Replacements
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$270
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About the 681 EEE MKIII
The Stanton 681 EEE MKIII cartridge is the latest iteration of the legendary 681 series, designed with a low mass moving iron design that offers very high accuracy and clean sound reproduction. It provides crystal clarity without edginess or harshness, making it favored by listeners seeking accuracy and clarity for listening or recording digital files. It includes a highly polished elliptical Stereohedron stylus, a Stanton longhair brush, and operates at a low tracking force for excellent record protection and extended stylus life. The cartridge is known for its warm sound with a bloom to the mid bass, aided by a unique 4-coil hum-canceling circuit and moving iron design that enhances channel separation and reduces hum.
Specifications
Cartridge
Phono cartridge specifications
- Cartridge Type
- MM
- Output Voltage
- 0.7 mV
- Tracking Force
- 1.1 g
- Stylus Type
- line_contact
- Stylus Size
- 0.3 µm
- Compliance
- 25 cu
- Channel Separation
- 35 dB
- Impedance
- 13000Ω
- Inductance
- 930 mH
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Weight
- 0.0063 kg (0 lbs)
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