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Audio-Technica 3482U

Stylus: ATN3482P
Type: ММ
Stylus Shape: Conical[ radii (mil / µm) 0.7 mil ]
Class: Entry-Level

Mounting: Universal (P-mount (T4P) + 1/2")
Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D): 6 g
Output Voltage: 5 mV
Frequency Response: 20–20 000 Hz
Channel Separation: 24 dB
Channel Balance: 1.5 dB
Recommended Load: 47 kΩ
Tracking Force: 1.0–1.5 g (nominal 1.25 g)
Cantilever: carbon fiber

Additional Info

AT3482 family (official spec reference: AT3482H/U). Channel separation is specified as 24/15 dB (1 kHz/10 kHz). Current official stylus replacement for the family is ATN81CP

Replacement

Audio-Technica

ATN81CP

Conical

add 02/07/2026 · upd. 02/07/2026