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Combining the Shure unique wide-diameter Type S cantilever with a tracking force of 1.5 to 3.0 grams, the M44-7's rugged construction is highly durable, but will not unduly wear your vinyl. With a 9.5 mV output, the M44-7 produces powerful, resonant sound.
Product Specs: Tone Arm Mount = Standard 1/2 inch; Cartridge Type = Moving Magnet; Output Voltage = Typical at 1 kHz, 9.5 mV RMS at 5 cm/sec Peak Velocity; Recommended Load = 47 kilohms in Parallel with 450pf
Tracking Force = Effective at Stylus Tip; Range = 1.5 to 3 g; Stylus Cantilever = Shure Type S, Heat-Treated Aluminum Alloy/Tubular, 1.6 mm Wall Thickness / 34.5 mm Diameter; Diamond Stylus Tip = Polished Natural Gemstone (Spherical) with 0.7 mm Radius
Product Specs (cont'd): Frequency Response = Essentially Flat from 20 to 20,000 Hz; Stereo Channel Balance = Within 2 dB; Channel Separation = Typical at 1 kHz: 20 dB; Net Weight = 6.7 g; Height = 15.9 mm
Accessories Included: Attached Flip-Down Stylus Guard, Headshell Screwdriver (Phillips), Extra Set of 4 Headshell Wires (4-99), Stylus Cleaning Brush, Headshell Weight (3 grams), User Guide, Mounting Hardware, Stylus Guard

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Item Weight

0.387 ounces

Product Dimensions

2.4 x 2.4 x 5.6 inches

ASIN

B00008W2LW

Item model number

M44-7

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4.7 580 ratings

4.7 out of 5 stars

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#55,981 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)
#620 in DJ Turntable Cartridges

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Date First Available

March 16, 2003

Color Name

White

Material Type

Synthetic

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2.40 x 5.60 x 2.40

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Revived exactly the same as the original, this legendary battle needle offers ultra-high skip resistance and ultra-high output. The needle of choice for many champion DJ's worldwide. Engineered for scratch DJ's and turntablists, the M44-7 is designed not to skip under even the most demanding circumstances. (Skip Resistance = Ultra High; Output = Ultra High; Record Wear = Ultra Low; Sound Emphasis = Big Bass)

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Rollis

Well made

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on July 9, 2023

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Great needle.

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Finni65

SHURE M44-7 or SHURE Mx97xe.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on January 22, 2017

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I purchased the Shure M44-7 Standard DJ Turntable Cartridge out of curiosity. Prior to this, I was using a Shure Mx97xe cartridge mounted on a Audio-Technica AT-LP1240-USB turntable. When I originally purchased that turn table I chose the Shure Mx97xe cartridge, instead of the Shure M44-7 cartridge. I believe my decision was partly due to thinking the Shure MX97xe cartridge had a more detailed sound, which (by the way) it probably does. The only thing is, everyone at our house after hearing both cartridges, all agree that the Shure M44-7 cartridge offers a more powerful and convincing musical experience. The word emotional was used by several people to describe the sound.. The stereo separation, by itself, just seems to be more effective; and when there is an emphasis in the music, on some specific track, the Shure M44-7 seems to make it in a more pronounced and powerful way.

The bass is big and bold with this cartridge This cartridge plays loud and you do not need to turn up the volume as much on your receiver, or amplifier. We played Bruce Springsteen's BORN TO RUN, and it was just amazing, much like some of us remember hearing Bruce Springsteen on the radio some years ago. Dylan on HIGHWAY 61 REVISITED has a growl in his voice, just the way he should. New vinyl recordings sound equally robust and inspiring.

As most people know, vinyl records have made a big come back! People talk about the vinyl sound, and ( just maybe) this is what they are talking about. The Shure M44-7 has been around since, at least, the 1960's, and DJ's have used it over the years to play music on the radio and for scratching. There simply must be a reason why they choose this cartridge. I think it is probably due to the fact that it sounds so great. Some things are difficult to improve on; and although I ordered an extra head shell, to make changing cartridges simple, I think I will be keeping the Shure M44-7 on the tone arm quite a bit. That is just what everyone here seems to want me to do.

I am using both cartridges with a Schiit Mani phono preamp. I set the gain at 42db. I also tried it at the 30db. In my estimation, the 42db setting sounded best for both cartridges. As far as I have been able to determine, 42db is also what the on board phono preamp provided with the Audio Technica AT-LP1240-USB turn table is permanently set at. According to the Schiit Mani OWNER'S MANUAL 42db is what most cartridges work best at.

As the enclosed instructions explain, the Shure M44-7 has three set up possibilities. I used the standard Hi-Fi set up for music listening. The cartridge can also be set up for standard DJ use, or for unorthodox DJ use. These last two set ups are mainly for scratching. Although at first all this might seem a bit complicated, I believe it is best not to over think it and to look at the instructions, carefully. If still confused, as I was at first, a bit of on internet research to see what others have done might be good.

It would be nice, if the Shure M44-7 cartridge came with a protractor to align it correctly on the tone arm. On the up side you can download a protractor on the internet and print it out on some heavy photography paper on just about any printer. I simply used the protractor that came with the Shure MX97xe cartridge for my installation, since I already had it. I think this protractor is basically what is called a Baerwald protractor. I believe you can use any protractor, only make sure the one you use is for a straight or curved tone arm, depending on what your turn table has.

Unfortunately, most of us are not able to hear every cartridge before we decide to buy, and certainly, each cartridge might make certain types of music sound best. After hearing the Shure M44-7 and the Shure MX97xe on the same equipment, I can only say that I would recommend the Shure M44-7 first and foremost. The Shure Mx97xe has a more digital and perhaps even more clinical sound. The Shure M44-7 cartridge has a more organic sound production, which is not at all mechanical. What I like about the Shure M44-7 is that the music from it has a more emotive quality.

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This is a winning classic

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on April 29, 2007

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Shure has offered this cartridge and stylus combo almost since the inception of stereo records in 1958. The exceptional performance includes, but is not limited to, exceptionally resonant bass and flat highs with no mid-range accent like some other cartridges introduce.

This cartridge and stylus combo manages to reproduce an even-keeled tonality which works over a wide variety of records, even 78 RPM recordings with the original M44-designed diamond stylus inserted (this stylus was last manufactured in the 90's by Shure).

Radio stations used this cartridge where better performance was demanded of the stylus under abusive conditons versus the Stanton which was often found in studios as well during the 60's, 70's and 80's.

I am purchasing a new one, because the original I've had for 25 years is finally falling apart internally (electrical noise, channel imbalances and the stylus will now fall out of the grip). The cartridge and stylus was already used when I acquired it, but I have taken exceptional care of this for all these years. The stylus actually has out-lived the cartridge! Considering the number of years this one has lasted, and the fact that Shure is manufacturing the new ones exactly in the same fashion as the original means this should be the last cartridge I should ever have to buy for the rest of my professional career. The price versus how many years of durability and reliability make this more than exceptional value, it's practically free!

If you're an audiophile, you'll still appreciate the delicacy it can reveal even in the most demanding recordings, even while tracking some of the most harsh perterbations of the groove.

This cartridge's specs usually are always above the book values, always have been, that's Shure's QC. Read the specs, and you'll know that is the MINIMUM performance you can expect out of their product. Anything less than spec gets re-labeled and sold at Radio Shack.

In short, just buy it, it's worthy of any turntable!

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A Scott among many

The legend returns. Now back to the track...

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 16, 2015

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Whilst I'm "Shure" all you Dj's & Turntablist's will recall the great old days, I have to admit I'd almost forgotten just how great the M44's were. I finally racked up enough miles on my old Stanton 681 EEE's to blow the very last of my stock of needle's (bought a lot of 100 way back when & worn out a bunch of vinyl & acetate over the duration).

I'm in the midst of a full rebuild of my 1200's, & figured I'd look around at the cartridge's available when I came across these. So I bought one for a tester to see if anything has changed since M44's were last hung on my tonearms. I could almost swear the low frequency response has been increased over the originals, albeit 20 or so years have passed in the meantime with the 681's, so I might just chalk it up to expectation bias. ;)

I'll be purchasing another for a backup pair I think, and hitting up the -7-H's out as well to see the differences.

Also, no I don't believe it fair comparing it to high end Benz Micro, Grado, or even top range Ortofon audiophile cartridges as some have done. As these serve a similar, albeit completely different specific purpose. Admittedly, the above named sound vastly superior on my listening system, but scratching with them is a fool's errand. You use the best tool for the intended job, & the M44-7's are great for that.

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Bear the cat

An all around stylus that truly dominates..

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on July 19, 2017

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Having tried most carts under the $200 price range, this has become my go-to as it performs exceptionally on all levels. Very tight and punchy bass, clear highs and flat mids. This truly is the best stylus for most people, especially at this price. Though it’s geared towards the DJ, I’d argue that this could easily go head to head against most ‘audiophile’ styluses in this bracket. It has a lengthy lifespan, produces minimal wear on your vinyl, and is very user friendly. A quick check on its reviews will tell you that this truly is an exceptional stylus. I guarantee that it will be tough to go back to using any of your previous styluses once you’ve tried this out.

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Qの父

ボロボロの中古品だった

Reviewed in Japan 🇯🇵 on June 8, 2023

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当時の定価より高かったので、てっきり未使用の長期保管品だと思ったら、とんでもない中古品でした。
まず、カンチレバーは大きく曲がっていました。ルーペで見たら針先の周辺はゴミとホコリが固まって、まるで泥水につけて乾かしたようでした。
梱包にもあきれました。スタイラスガードが倒してあって、これではガードになりません。素人でも分かるでしょう。
速攻で返品手続きをしたのは言うまでもありません。こんな業者はアマゾンから即刻排除してほしい。

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Perfecto

Reviewed in Spain 🇪🇸 on March 11, 2019

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No hay mas que decir, … ya sabia lo que pedía técnicamente es lo que necesitaba y ya sabemos que estas cosas baratas no son, si hubiera podido esperar un poco mas igual las hubiera podido conseguir mas baratas.

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Mnky

Four Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on January 26, 2017

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Be reassured, these things will surely ensure your DJ sets remain surefire hits at the insurance disco.

Dj.Essence

Turntablist these are for you

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on August 27, 2017

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Love these...hands down best stylus for any turntablist out there, they track extremely well

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