Audio-Technica Replacement Phonograph Cartridge with Conical Stylus for P Mount Turntables AT81CP
Why you'll like it
- Precise Tracking — Features a 0.6 mil bonded conical stylus for accurate vinyl groove tracing.
- Durable Construction — Built with a carbon-fiber-reinforced ABS cantilever for enhanced stability.
- Easy Installation — Designed as a plug-and-play P-mount system secured with a single screw.
- Wide Compatibility — Serves as a direct replacement model for older cartridges like AT300P and AT3482P.
Product details
Description
Experience clean and accurate analog audio reproduction with this replacement phonograph cartridge designed specifically for P-mount turntables. Built with a 0.6 mil bonded round shank conical stylus and a carbon-fiber-reinforced ABS cantilever, it ensures steady tracking and precise groove tracing across your vinyl collection.
This unit serves as a direct, reliable replacement for older cartridge models, making it an effortless plug-in upgrade for compatible linear-tracking and plug-in tonearms. Featuring a dual moving-magnet design, a frequency response of 20 to 20,000 Hertz, and consistent channel separation, it delivers warm sound clarity for music lovers and vinyl enthusiasts alike.
Enjoy seamless installation and restore the true performance of your vintage or modern turntable setup.
How to use
- Power off your turntable system.
- Carefully unplug the old P-mount cartridge from the tonearm socket.
- Align the four pins of the new Audio-Technica cartridge with the tonearm connector and push straight in until fully seated.
- Secure the cartridge firmly using the single side mounting screw.
Ingredients
High-purity copper coil windings, carbon-fiber-reinforced acrylonitrile butadiene styrene housing, diamond stylus tip, bonded round steel shank.
As printed by the brand. Check the pack label if you have an allergy.
Specifications
| Brand | Audio-Technica |
|---|---|
| GTIN | 04961310141554 |
| Ships from | USA (sourced directly), checked in Navi Mumbai |
| Sold by | Dropy.in |
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FAQs
Should I replace the cartridge or just the stylus?
If your cartridge body is old, damaged, or you want a complete sonic refresh, replacing the entire cartridge is recommended. For routine wear, swapping just the stylus tip is often sufficient.
Do all cartridges fit all turntables?
No, cartridges vary by mounting style. The AT81CP is specifically built for P-mount or T4P plug-in turntables and will not fit standard half-inch mount tonearms.
What are the signs that my turntable cartridge is bad?
Common signs include distorted sound, excessive sibilance, channel imbalance, skipping during playback, or a dull, muffled audio output.
Are these Audio-Technica turntable cartridges authentic and imported to India?
Yes, Dropy sources 100% authentic USA-imported Audio-Technica products directly for customers in India.
What is the tracking force range for this cartridge?
The recommended tracking force range for the AT81CP is 1.0 to 1.5 grams, with 1.25 grams being the standard setting.
How long will delivery take?
Most orders arrive in 15–20 days: we source each product directly from the USA, check it at our Navi Mumbai warehouse and pack it on video. Items marked Dropy Express ship from our India warehouse and arrive in 3–5 days.
Is cash on delivery available?
Full cash on delivery is available all over India on Dropy Express items. For other orders from ₹2,499 to ₹15,000 you can use Partial COD: pay 25% online now and the rest in cash on delivery.
Are your products genuine?
Yes. Every product is 100% authentic, sourced directly from the USA, quality-checked and packed on video at our Navi Mumbai warehouse.
What if my order arrives damaged or wrong?
Write to us at [email protected] as soon as it arrives. Damaged, wrong or not as described, our Buyer Protection gives you a full refund. The details are in our Return, Refund & Cancellation Policy.
Is delivery free?
Delivery is free on orders from ₹1,499. Below that a ₹79 delivery fee applies.