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MM cartridges used in Pioneer record players such as PL-12, PL-12E, and PL-A20.

Model Rating
Type MM Cartridge
Frequency characteristic 15 Hz to 20 kHz
Channel separation 25 dB or More (1 kHz)
Output voltage 5 mv (1 kHz, 50mm/s)
Output balance 2 dB or less
Proper needle pressure 2.5g ~ 3.5g
Load resistance 50k Ω ~ 100k Ω
Needle 0.6 mil diamond needle
Exchange needle PN-11(¥1,800)
Needle tip compliance 12x10-6cm/dyne
Dead weight 6.8g