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Stanton 500 AL

Mounting
1/2"
Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D)
6.5 g
Output Voltage
5 mV
Frequency Response
20–20000 Hz
Channel Separation
20 dB
Channel Balance
≤ 2 dB
Recommended Load
47 kΩ
Tracking Force
0.75–1.5 g (nominal 1.0 g)
Compliance Value
20 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne
Cantilever
aluminium

Additional Info

Reliable DJ-oriented workhorse with a forgiving, easygoing character rather than an analytical one. Alignment tracking issues and surface noise are smoothed over, vocals stay natural though not razor-detailed, and bass has enough body to keep a groove solid on beat-mixing setups. Aluminum cantilever with spherical (Conical) tip; stylus is replaceable for easy retipping.

Replacement styluses for Stanton 500 AL

StantonD5107Elliptical
JICOD5100Conical
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add 04/25/2026 · upd. 07/22/2026