Lightweight Universal Headshell for ½-Inch-Mount Phono Cartridges
The Audio-Technica AT-HS6 Universal Headshell provides a lightweight, straightforward solution for installing compatible 4-pin phono cartridges on turntables that use a standard removable headshell connection. Its die-cast aluminum body weighs just 9 grams including the supplied lead wires, helping keep unnecessary tonearm mass and vibration to a minimum while providing a rigid platform for cartridge mounting.
An integrated finger lift makes manual cueing and stylus placement easier, while the color-coded lead wires simplify cartridge installation and channel identification. The AT-HS6 accepts standard ½-inch-mount cartridges and includes multiple mounting screws, nuts and washers for installation. Black and silver finishes allow it to complement a wide variety of Audio-Technica and other compatible turntables.
Highlights & Benefits
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Universal ½-Inch Cartridge Mount — Designed for compatible 4-pin turntable cartridges using the widely adopted ½-inch mounting standard.
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Ultra-Lightweight 9g Design — Die-cast aluminum construction keeps mass low while providing a rigid mounting platform for the cartridge.
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Integrated Finger Lift — Makes manual cueing and precise stylus placement easier and more controlled.
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Color-Coded Lead Wires — Simplifies cartridge wiring by clearly identifying the appropriate left, right and ground connections.
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Mounting Hardware Included — Supplied screws, nuts and washers provide the essential hardware needed for installing compatible cartridges.
Technology & Design
Die-Cast Aluminum Construction — The AT-HS6 uses lightweight aluminum to provide rigidity without unnecessarily increasing effective tonearm mass, while also helping minimize unwanted vibration.
Standard ½-Inch Cartridge Interface — The headshell is designed for conventional 4-pin phono cartridges that use the standard ½-inch mounting arrangement, providing broad cartridge-selection flexibility.
Color-Coded Signal Leads — Preinstalled cartridge leads simplify hookup between the cartridge output pins and the headshell connection while reducing setup confusion during cartridge changes.
Removable Headshell Convenience — On compatible tonearms, keeping multiple cartridges mounted on separate headshells can make it faster to change cartridge types without repeatedly removing mounting hardware from the cartridge body.
FAQ — Audio-Technica AT-HS6
What cartridges fit the Audio-Technica AT-HS6?
The AT-HS6 is designed for compatible 4-pin phono cartridges using the standard ½-inch mounting configuration. Cartridge mass, dimensions and tonearm setup requirements should also be checked against the specifications of the turntable being used.
How much does the AT-HS6 weigh?
Audio-Technica specifies a weight of 9.0 grams, or approximately 0.3 ounces, including the installed lead wires.
Does the AT-HS6 include cartridge mounting hardware?
Yes. Audio-Technica supplies two 16mm mounting screws, two 10mm mounting screws, two nuts and two plastic washers.
What colors are available?
The AT-HS6 is available in black as model AT-HS6BK and silver as model AT-HS6SV.
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