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Stanton 890SA

Mounting
standard 1/2"
Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D)
5.5 g
Output Voltage
6.5 mV
Frequency Response
20–20 000 Hz
Channel Separation
30 dB
Channel Balance
≤ 2 dB
Tracking Force
2.0–5.0 g (nominal 3.0 g)

Additional Info

DJ cartridge: super high-polish 0.7 mil spherical stylus (D8900SA). 4-coil design (hum field rejection) and high 6.5 mV output. Channel separation is listed as 30 dB or >30 dB

Replacement

StantonD89SAConical
StantonN890EElliptical
StantonD827Conical
add 02/04/2026 · upd. 02/04/2026