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Stanton TrackMaster II

The Stanton TrackMaster II was built for DJ duty and thrives on heavy tracking. This MM cartridge pairs a conical stylus with a high 7 mV output for any standard MM phono input. Tracking force is allowed from 2.0 to 5.0 g. The replaceable stylus is the T-II-SK, and Phono Culture lists 3 compatible replacement styli.

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Stylus: T-II-SK
Series: Master Series
Type: ММ
Stylus Shape: Conical[ radii (mil / µm) 0.7 mil ]
Class: Entry-Level

Mounting: SME bayonet (integrated headshell)
Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D): 18 g
Output Voltage: 7 mV
Frequency Response: 20–20 000 Hz
Channel Separation: 30 dB
Channel Balance: ≤ 1.5 dB
Recommended Load: 47 kΩ || 275 pF
Tracking Force: 2.0–5.0 g

Additional Info

The Stanton TrackMaster II favors smooth tolerance over surgical detail, tracking well-worn or noisy records without harshness. Its spherical tip and grounded, shielded construction with an integral headshell keep hum low and vocals natural, though bass stays soft-edged rather than tight. DJ and club duty or casual listening on modest systems fit it naturally. The stylus is replaceable, which suits hard use.

Replacement styluses for Stanton TrackMaster II

Stanton	T-II-SK-MP	Conical
Stanton	T-II-SK-DP	Conical
Stanton	T-II-RS	Elliptical

Sound × Setup

Detail

42%

IGD Control

38%

Noise Suppression

44%

Dynamics—Attack

48%

Soundstage/Imaging

45%

Bass Density

50%

Vocals/Midrange

52%

Forgiving Character

72%

Tonearm mass light 100%

medium 0%·heavy 0%

Capacitance 100-200 pF 60%

up to 100 pF 20%·from 200 pF 20%

Phono gain 35–38 dB 100%

39–42 dB 0%·43–46 dB 0%

Stanton TrackMaster II (MM) pairs excellently with light tonearms. Requires 35–38 dB preamp gain—verify your phono stage. Capacitance optimal at standard 100–200 pF. Excellent tracking force stability. Confirm tonearm mass <10g for best performance. Compatible with most modern turntables.

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add 01/25/2026 · upd. 08/02/2026