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Audio-Technica AT-HS6BK Universal Turntable Headshell, Black

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Color: Black


Features

  • Universal 12"-mount headshell for 4-pin turntable cartridges
  • Ultra-lightweight aluminum die-cast body keeps vibration to the bare minimum
  • Finger lift enables precise stylus placement
  • Equipped with color-coded lead wires
  • Includes mounting screws

Description

The AT-HS6 is a universal ½"-mount headshell for 4-pin turntable cartridges It features an ultra-lightweight (9 g) aluminum die-cast body to keep vibration to a minimum and a finger lift to enable precise stylus placement The headshell is also equipped with gold-plated lead wires for lossless signal transmission and comes with mounting screws Available in black (AT-HS6BK) and silver (AT-HS6SV)

Brand: Audio-Technica


Included Components: Headshell, mounting screws


Special Feature: Ultra-lightweight Aluminum Body, Gold-plated Lead Wires, Finger Lift for Precise Stylus Placement


Material: Aluminum


Item Weight: 0.06 Pounds


Color: Black


Model Name: AT-HS6BK


Signal Format: Analog


Manufacturer: Audio-Technica


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Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No


Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 3 x 2 x 2 inches; 0.96 ounces


Item model number ‏ : ‎ AT-HS6BK


Date First Available ‏ : ‎ February 6, 2019


Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Audio-Technica


Best Sellers Rank: #7,964 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #28 in DJ Turntable Cartridges


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Customer Reviews: 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (655)


Product Dimensions: 3 x 2 x 2 inches


Item Weight: 0.96 ounces


Manufacturer: Audio-Technica


Item model number: AT-HS6BK


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: February 6, 2019


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  • Solid Build, Sleek Design, and Excellent Performance!
Color: Silver
The Audio-Technica AT-HS6SV Universal Turntable Headshell is a fantastic upgrade for any turntable setup. I couldn’t be happier with its performance and quality. The build is solid and lightweight, yet durable enough to provide excellent stability for the cartridge. The silver finish is sleek and complements my turntable perfectly, adding a modern touch to my setup. It feels high-quality in hand, and the craftsmanship is evident in every detail. Installation was straightforward, thanks to the universal design that fits a variety of tonearms. The pre-threaded holes made mounting the cartridge a breeze, saving me time and hassle. Once installed, the headshell provided a secure and precise connection, ensuring optimal sound quality and tracking performance. I also appreciate the ergonomic finger lift, which makes cueing records easy and comfortable. It’s a small but thoughtful detail that enhances the overall user experience. For the price, this headshell is an outstanding value and a worthy investment for anyone looking to improve their turntable setup. Whether you’re a casual listener or an audiophile, the AT-HS6SV delivers reliability and style in one package. Highly recommend! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2024 by Ken

  • Absolutely Perfect -
Color: Silver
Absolutely Perfect. Exactly what I expect from Audio Technica. Pain-Free assembly for cartridge mounting
Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2025 by AlstonME

  • Good cartridge for the money
Color: Black
Works great! Sound is good and clear!
Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2025 by Jimmy

  • Well Made, Light Weight Headshell
Color: Silver
This Audio-Technica Headshell is light weight, but seems to perform well enough. Check your Phono Cartridge to be sure it will work well with this feather weight Headshell.
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2024 by Spinninvinyl

  • Works well
Color: Black
I bought this for my Denon DP-1200 to replace a generic headshell that I was using. I’m using a Sumiko Rainier cartridge on it. It is much heavier than my previous one. It doesn’t have a brand name so I don’t know how to compare that for you, other than the weight of this headshell, which is in the listing. I realigned everything easily and made sure the vertical tracking force was spot on for my cartridge. I can’t say I can hear much difference if any. I am not some self proclaimed audiophile that will describe all of the flavors that I can taste when playing a record. I will say it was easy to install the cartridge, looks great, and sounds great to my normal human ears. I will defiantly buy many more of them so I can use the same headshell with all of my cartridges. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2023 by Dbsilverton

  • Works perfectly
Color: Black
Great quality, fit and finish. Works perfectly.
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2025 by Hawkeye87

  • Sleek and well balanced LP
Color: Black
I’m giving it 5 stars despite the screws being to short for this Denon DL110 cartridge that this was intended for. I feel it should come with a couple more sets of screws to accommodate taller carts, and maybe even a weight, but then again, cartridges typically include proper length screws(which the Denon did). The quality is very good. It’s sleek, and well balanced. It feels good in the hand. I’d like to see this in more colors besides silver and black. Red, and white would look fantastic. I’ll likely buy more of these. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2025 by mark mark

  • Very good.
Color: Black
Classic replacement for the old one.
Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2025 by MikKo

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