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Audio-Technica 3482U

The Audio-Technica 3482U belongs to the mass market MM class at the entry level. Its 5 mV output suits any standard MM phono input. The conical stylus rides the groove at a light 1.0 to 1.5 g with 1.25 g nominal. The replaceable stylus is the ATN3482P, and Phono Culture lists one compatible replacement.

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Mounting
Universal (P-mount (T4P) + 1/2")
Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D)
6 g
Output Voltage
5 mV
Frequency Response
20–20 000 Hz
Channel Separation
24 dB
Channel Balance
1.5 dB
Recommended Load
47 kΩ
Tracking Force
1.0–1.5 g (nominal 1.25 g)
Cantilever
carbon fiber

Additional Info

The Audio-Technica 3482U carries a mellow, unhurried character. Its spherical tip on a carbon-fiber cantilever keeps vocals smooth and natural with soft transient edges, gently rounded bass and modest but coherent imaging, forgiving on tired pressings. Casual jazz and pop listening on modest systems fits it best. The stylus is replaceable, with the ATN81CP cited as the current family reference.

Replacement styluses for Audio-Technica 3482U

Audio-TechnicaATN81CPConical
Sound × Setup
Detail
42%
IGD Control
40%
Noise Suppression
44%
Dynamics—Attack
48%
Soundstage/Imaging
45%
Bass Density
46%
Vocals/Midrange
50%
Forgiving Character
72%
Tonearm mass medium 40%
light 40%·heavy 20%
Capacitance up to 100 pF 60%
100-200 pF 30%·from 200 pF 10%
Phono gain 35–38 dB 50%
39–42 dB 50%·43–46 dB 0%
AT3482U (MM) pairs well with medium-mass tonearms (8–12g). Requires 39–42 dB preamp gain—standard MM. Low capacitance (100pF) suits long cables. Compliance ~25 µm/mN ensures stable tracking at 1.5–2g VTF. Ideal for balanced systems; avoid high-compliance arms.
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