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Acutex M412 STR LMP
The Acutex M412 STR LMP sits in the mid range and uses an IM generator. Its 3.5 mV output suits any standard MM phono input. The Shibata stylus tracks from 1.3 to 2.1 g by specification. The replaceable stylus is the N412STR, and Phono Culture lists 2 compatible replacement styli.
- Class:
Mid-Range
- Mounting
- standard 1/2"
- Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D)
- 4 g · 29 × 18 × 16 mm
- Output Voltage
- 3.5 mV
- Frequency Response
- 20–35 000 Hz
- Channel Separation
- 30 dB
- Channel Balance
- ≤ 1 dB
- Recommended Load
- 47 kΩ
- Tracking Force
- 1.3–2.1 g
- Compliance Value
- 24 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne
Additional Info
The Acutex M412 STR LMP delivers detailed, composed presentation with a natural, unforced top end thanks to the Shibata tip's clean tracing. Imaging stays precise and stable, dynamics feel lively without harshness, and lean rather than weighty bass suits acoustic, jazz and vocal records. Part of the Lowest Possible Mass line, it favors sensitive tonearms. The stylus is replaceable, keeping it serviceable.
Replacement styluses for Acutex M412 STR LMP
| Acutex | N415STR | Shibata |
| Acutex | N420STR | Shibata |
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add 02/02/2026 · upd. 08/02/2026