Overview
The Thorens TAS 267 MM type cartridge is currently very popular on the market, and is very often installed as a base cartridge on many manufacturers’ turntables. This cartridge has standard settings, making it compatible with a wide variety of tonearms and preamplifiers. The optimal input impedance of the phono stage for precise matching with the Thorens TAS 267 head is 47 kOhm.
The cartridge features the same dual magnet system as the famous Audio-Technica AT440MLa and AT150MLX cartridges, but at a much more affordable price. The Thorens TAS 267 is equipped with a replaceable ATN95 elliptical diamond stylus and provides an output voltage of 3.5 millivolts. The head has a wide dynamic and frequency ranges, and, despite the very modest cost, provides a very good sound quality. It is a worthy choice for beginner music lovers who would like to join a truly high-quality analog sound from the first steps.
The cartridge has a near neutral tonal balance and, when properly tuned, delivers a wide stereo image with minimal noise and distortion. The Audio-Technica AT95EBL can be successfully used not only with entry-level turntables, but also with many mid-range turntable models. The head is characterized by well-developed bass and a clear transfer of rhythm, which will surely appeal to fans of modern electronic music.
The head is made in a high-quality plastic case and has a ½-inch mount. The modest appearance of the Thorens TAS 267 cartridge should not mislead music lovers – this is a very high-quality head from a reputable manufacturer with serious technological developments in the creation of equipment of this class. In addition, the cartridge features high reliability and accurate tracking, which can be adjusted over a wide range.