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Silver metal universal headshell with finger lift and colour-coded wires

Audio-Technica

Audio-Technica AT-HS1 Universal Headshell Cartridge 1/2" Mount 4-Pin

SKU CH-3QF9-48C2C MPN AT-HS1

Universal 1/2-inch mount headshell with all-metal construction, integral finger lift, rubber washer, colour-coded leads and mounting hardware for AT-LP120-USB.

  • HighlightsAll metal construction with integral finger lift Rubber wash
  • All-metal construction with integral finger lift for durable handling
  • Rubber washer ensures a secure fit to the tone arm
  • Color-coded lead wires simplify cartridge wiring
  • Includes cartridge mounting hardware for quick installation
  • Compatible with AT-LP120-USB, AT-LP240-USB and AT-LP1240-USB turntables

Universal 1/2-Inch Headshell for 4-Pin Cartridges

The Audio-Technica AT-HS1 is a universal headshell designed for 1/2-inch mount, 4-pin turntable cartridges. It features all-metal construction with an integral finger lift for precise handling. The package includes color-coded lead wires and cartridge mounting hardware. It is compatible with AT-LP120-USB, AT-LP240-USB, and AT-LP1240-USB direct-drive turntables.

Check Tone Arm Mount and Cartridge Type

Before ordering, verify that your turntable uses a standard 1/2-inch mount tone arm and accepts a 4-pin cartridge connection. Confirm the headshell connector on your tone arm matches this interface. Ensure your cartridge has the corresponding four pins for the color-coded lead wires provided. This headshell is not suitable for P-mount or other proprietary cartridge systems.

All-Metal Build with Secure Locking Washer

The all-metal body provides a rigid platform that resists resonance during playback. An integral finger lift allows you to cue and lift the tone arm without touching the cartridge or stylus. A supplied rubber washer creates a secure, vibration-damped fit between the headshell and the tone arm. Color-coded wires simplify the cartridge wiring process for correct channel assignment.

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Price $39.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameAudio-Technica
Model nameAT-HS1
Size & build
Shipping weight0.05 kg
Package size70 × 38 × 38 mm

Questions about this item

What comes with the AT-HS1 headshell and do I need to buy anything extra?

The headshell includes colour-coded lead wires, cartridge mounting hardware and a rubber washer for the tone arm. A 1/2"-mount 4-pin cartridge must be purchased separately.

Which turntables does the AT-HS1 fit and how do I choose?

It fits the AT-LP120-USB, AT-LP240-USB and AT-LP1240-USB direct-drive models. Choose based on the turntable you own; the headshell itself has no capacity options.

What does the 1/2"-mount 4-pin specification mean when I install the headshell?

It means the headshell accepts any standard half-inch mount cartridge with four pins, securing it with the supplied hardware and rubber washer for a firm tone-arm connection.

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