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Pickering 380
The Pickering 380 works as an MM design and feeds a standard MM phono input, since its output level reaches 2 mV. Its replaceable stylus carries the designation D3807A/C and uses a conical tip shape. Rated tracking force runs from 2.5 to 3.5 g according to the specifications. Phono Culture lists 3 compatible replacement styli for this entry-level model.
- Class:
Entry-Level
- Output Voltage
- 2 mV
- Frequency Response
- 20–20 000 Hz
- Channel Separation
- 25 dB
- Channel Balance
- ≤ 3 dB
- Recommended Load
- 47 kΩ || 400–500 pF
- Tracking Force
- 2.5–3.5 g
- Compliance Value
- dynamic ~12 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne
Additional Info
The Pickering 380 leans toward a relaxed, gentle presentation rather than analytical precision. Vocals sit naturally in the mix with modest dynamics and imaging, which keeps it kind to imperfect pressings and less-than-stellar setups. Sphere-tipped and undemanding on tracking, it suits casual listening, older or worn records and forgiving systems. The stylus is replaceable, so a tired tip never retires the cartridge.
Replacement styluses for Pickering 380
| Pickering | D3807A | Conical |
| Pickering | D3807C | Conical |
| Bliss | D3807A/C | Conical |
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add 01/06/2026 · upd. 08/02/2026