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SAE 1000 LT

Stylus: Integrated
Series: 1000
Type: MC
Stylus Shape: Line Contact[ radii (mil / µm) 10.4 × 15.7 µm ]
Price: 240 USD (1980)
Class: Audiophile

Mounting: standard 1/2"
Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D): 4.75 g
Output Voltage: 3.5 mV
Frequency Response: 20–20 000 Hz
Channel Balance: ≤ 0.25 dB
Recommended Load: 47 kΩ
Tracking Force: 1.8 g
VTA: 24°

Additional Info

Non-replaceable stylus (integrated), retip only. LineTrace (line-contact) diamond; often referenced as SAE 1000LT / Adcom XC-LT (Crosscoil). Measured sensitivity 0.7 mV/cm/sec (≈3.5 mV @ 5 cm/sec).

add 01/20/2026 · upd. 01/20/2026