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ADC 10E MK IV
The ADC 10E MK IV uses an induced magnet (MI) generator and delivers 4 mV of output, so it works with any standard MM phono input. Its replaceable R-15E stylus carries an elliptical profile and tracks at a light 0.7 g according to the factory specification. ADC placed this pickup in the Upper Mid-Range class. Phono Culture lists two compatible replacement styli for it.
- Class:
Upper Mid-Range
- Output Voltage
- 4 mV
- Frequency Response
- 10–20 000 Hz
- Channel Separation
- 30 dB
- Channel Balance
- ≤ 1 dB
- Recommended Load
- 47 kΩ
- Tracking Force
- 0.7 g
- VTA
- 15°
- Compliance Value
- dynamic 35 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne
- Cantilever
- induced magnet; generator placed close to stylus (low-mass geometry)
- Documents
Additional Info
The ADC 10E MK IV offers a nimble, light-footed presentation shaped by its induced-magnet design with the generator close to the tip. Low-mass kinematics translate into quick, articulate transients and an open, airy soundstage rather than a heavy low end. Vocals come through natural and engaging, dynamics stay lively without harshness, and tracking holds composed on busier passages, which suits jazz, folk and vocal records on modest to mid-tier tables. The elliptical stylus is user-replaceable when worn.
Replacement styluses for ADC 10E MK IV
| ADC | R-252 | Elliptical |
| ADC | R-251 | Elliptical |
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add 12/21/2025 · upd. 08/02/2026