Product Description
Stylus
AUDIO TECHNICA
ATN-3600-LC
ATN-3600-LE
Original replacement styli for the AUDIO TECHNICA AT-3600-L Cartridge:
ATN-3600-LC
This update of the venerable ATN3600L conical bonded stylus, which has sold by the millions and been trusted by countless music lovers for more than 50 years, features a new modern design while retaining the ease-of-use, reliability, and sound quality that have made it the replacement stylus for so many turntables. The 0.6 mil conical stylus ensures proper contact with the record groove even when the cartridge is not quite level.
Features:
- Replacement stylus for the Audio-Technica AT3600L cartridge
- Updated version of the venerable ATN3600L, featuring a new modern design while retaining ease-of-use, reliability, and great sound quality
- 0.6 mil conical stylus
- Compatible with these Audio-Technica turntables:* AT-LP60X series, AT-LP60 series, AT-LP2D series, AT-PL300 series, AT-SB727, AT-SB2022, AT-LPGO-BT, AT-PL50
* The ATN3600LC is compatible with turntables from other brands, as well. To confirm compatibility, consult the turntable’s user manual or contact the manufacturer.
Specifications:
| Cartridge & Stylus | |
|---|---|
| Vertical Tracking Force | 3.0 to 4.0 g (3.5 g standard) |
| Stylus Shape | Conical bonded |
| Dimensions | 0.6 mil |
| Stylus Life | Approx. 300–500 hours |
ATN-3600-LE
This elliptical bonded stylus makes it easy to upgrade the sound quality of any turntable equipped with an ATN3600L or ATN3600LC conical stylus, such as the turntables in our popular AT-LP60X series. Modeled after the venerable ATN3600L, which has sold by the millions and been trusted by countless music lovers for more than 60 years, the ATN3600LE features a 0.3 x 0.7 elliptical stylus for enhanced sound quality while remaining reliable and easy to use.
Stylus Shape: Elliptical
Stylus Dimension: 0.3 x 0.7 mil
Stylus Life: Approx. 300 hours
Features:
- Replacement stylus for the Audio-Technica AT3600L cartridge
- 0.3 x 0.7 elliptical stylus provides an instant upgrade in sound quality for any turntable equipped with an ATN3600L or ATN3600LC conical stylus
- Compatible with these Audio-Technica turntables:* AT-LP60X series, AT-LP60 series, AT-LP2D series, AT-PL300 series, AT-SB727, AT-SB2022, AT-LPGO-BT, AT-PL50.
*The ATN3600LE is compatible with turntables from other brands, as well. To confirm compatibility, consult the turntable’s user manual or contact the manufacturer.
Specifications:
| Cartridge & Stylus | |
|---|---|
| Vertical Tracking Force | 3.0 to 4.0 g (3.5 g standard) |
| Stylus Shape | Elliptical bonded |
| Dimensions | 0.3 x 0.7 mil |
| Stylus Life | Approx. 300 hours |
ATN3600LC vs. ATN3600LE:
What’s the difference?
Owners of the AT-LP60/X (all variants), Soundburger AT-SB727 / AT-SB2022 and AT-PL300 (all variants) can now choose between two replacement styli – the ATN3600LC and the ATN3600LE. The conical ATN3600L, which was previously the only option for these turntables, has been superseded by the visually redesigned ATN3600LC (conical profile), and the ATN3600LE (elliptical profile).
The ATN3600LC has a conical diamond profile and is a direct replacement for its predecessor. Users will not hear any difference in the sound quality they love when installing this new stylus.
The ATN3600LE is a new option for this range and offers an elliptical diamond profile, which can provide an enhanced audio experience.
So, what does an elliptical stylus offer?
The information on a vinyl record is stored on the sides of the groove wall. A conical profile stylus will sit quite high in that groove and can be affected by micro-scratches on the surface of the record, which can add noise to playback.
By comparison, an elliptical profile stylus is narrower and therefore can sit lower in the groove and access information that conical styli simply can’t reach. The increased contact area with the groove wall results in a higher frequency response and it is also less affected by surface scratches, which means less noise. The combination of these two elements will enhance the listening experience and potentially reveal new sounds to the listener.
Figure 1 Conical and Elliptical profiles – the black area denotes the stylus’ contact area with the record groove
ATN3600LC ATN3600LE
Just like their predecessor, the ATN3600LC and ATN3600LE are quick and simple to install. They require no previous knowledge or special tools.
TONAR Reference Codes:
-TONAR 6589 DE OR: AUDIO TECHNICA ATN-3600-LE
-TONAR 6598 DS OR: AUDIO TECHNICA ATN-3600-LC
Meanings of additional letters to the TONAR code (when added to the number):
1st: D for Diamond / S for Sapphire
2nd: E for Elliptical/ M for Mono / N for Normal (78 RPM) / S for Stereo (33/45 RPM)
Other codes:
ES for Diamond Line Contact
HYPEL for Diamond Hyper Elliptical (BI-Radial)
SHIBA for SHIBATA cut
D-SAS for Diamond Naked Block D-SAS cut
OR for ORIGINAL items (some packed by other brands like TONAR)
>Information and pictures takes from the AUDIO TECHNICA website.
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