The Audio Technica AT 12 XE is a moving magnet (MM) phono cartridge. It has a frequency response range of 15-27,000 Hz and a channel separation of 27 dB (1 kHz). The stylus is elliptical with a tracking force range of 1.5-2.5 grams. It has a recommended load impedance of 47,000 ohms and a recommended load capacitance of 100-200 pF. The output voltage is 4.0 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec).

The Audio Technica AT 12 XE is a moving magnet (MM) phono cartridge. It has a frequency response range of 15-27,000 Hz and a channel separation of 27 dB (1 kHz). The stylus is elliptical with a tracking force range of 1.5-2.5 grams. It has a recommended load impedance of 47,000 ohms and a recommended load capacitance of 100-200 pF. The output voltage is 4.0 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec).