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SONY XL-20

Stylus: ND-200E
Series: XL
Type: ММ
Stylus Shape: Elliptical[ radii (mil / µm) 0.3×0.8 mil (≈7.6×20.3 µm) ]
Class: Entry-Level

Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D): 3.4 g
Output Voltage: 3 mV
Frequency Response: 10–30 000 Hz
Channel Separation: 25 dB
Channel Balance: ≤ 1.5 dB
Recommended Load: 50–100 kΩ
Tracking Force: 1.0–2.0 g (nominal 1.5 g)
Compliance Value: dynamic 25 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne
Cantilever: conical, carbon-fiber-clad

Additional Info

Low-mass MM

Replacement

Sony	ND-200G	Conical
Thakker	ND 200 E	Nude Elliptical

add 01/17/2026 · upd. 01/17/2026