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ADC 220 XE
The ADC 220 XE works as an entry level IM cartridge fitted with an elliptical stylus profile. Its 6 mV output drives any standard MM phono input without extra gain or a step up device. Rated tracking force runs from 1.0 to 1.5 grams with a nominal setting of 1.2 grams. The replaceable R-20XE stylus has two compatible replacements listed in the Phono Culture database.
- Class:
Entry-Level
- Mounting
- standard 1/2"
- Output Voltage
- 6 mV
- Frequency Response
- 10–18 000 Hz
- Channel Separation
- 29 dB
- Recommended Load
- 47 kΩ
- Tracking Force
- 1.0–1.5 g (nominal 1.2 g)
- VTA
- 15°
Additional Info
The ADC 220 XE is a forgiving, easygoing tracker with a naturally open midrange where vocals sound relaxed and full-bodied, never clinical. Imaging and dynamics hold solid without edge, and fine detail takes a back seat to musical flow. Bass stays present but not dense, which suits jazz, folk and classic rock on modest to mid-tier tables. The elliptical stylus is replaceable, easing future upkeep.
Replacement styluses for ADC 220 XE
| Tonar | 1617-DE | Elliptical |
| Electro-Voice | 2214D | Elliptical |
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