--- product_id: 68151961 title: "Audio-Technica AT-HS1 Universal Headshell for LP120-USB, LP240-USB, and LP1240-USB Direct-Drive Turntables White" brand: "audio-technica" price: "£128.06" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/68151961-audio-technica-at-hs1-universal-headshell-for-lp120-usb-lp240 store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Universal fit for top Audio-Technica turntables All-metal durable build Color-coded wiring for easy setup Audio-Technica AT-HS1 Universal Headshell for LP120-USB, LP240-USB, and LP1240-USB Direct-Drive Turntables White **Brand:** audio-technica **Price:** £128.06 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎵 Elevate your vinyl game with the ultimate headshell upgrade! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Audio-Technica AT-HS1 Universal Headshell for LP120-USB, LP240-USB, and LP1240-USB Direct-Drive Turntables White by audio-technica - **How much does it cost?** £128.06 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/68151961-audio-technica-at-hs1-universal-headshell-for-lp120-usb-lp240) ## Best For - audio-technica enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted audio-technica brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Effortless Installation:** Color-coded lead wires and cartridge hardware make swapping cartridges a breeze—no guesswork, just pure groove. - • **Precision Analog Signal:** Supports 1/2" 4-pin cartridges for crystal-clear analog sound that true audiophiles crave. - • **Universal Compatibility:** Seamlessly fits AT-LP120-USB, AT-LP240-USB, and AT-LP1240-USB direct-drive turntables—upgrade without compromise. - • **Secure Tonearm Connection:** Rubber washer guarantees a snug, vibration-free fit to your tonearm, preserving audio fidelity. - • **Rock-Solid Metal Construction:** Engineered for durability and premium feel, ensuring your vinyl setup looks as sharp as it sounds. ## Overview The Audio-Technica AT-HS1 is a premium all-metal universal headshell designed for 1/2" 4-pin cartridges, compatible with leading AT-LP120-USB, AT-LP240-USB, and AT-LP1240-USB direct-drive turntables. Featuring color-coded wiring and a secure rubber washer fit, it ensures easy installation and superior sound fidelity for discerning vinyl enthusiasts. ## Description The AT-HS1 is a universal 1/2"-mount head shell for 4-pin turntable cartridges which features all-metal construction and an integral finger lift. It is equipped with a rubber washer for a secure fit to your tone arm and comes with a color-coded head shell, lead wires, and cartridge mounting hardware. The AT-HS1 Universal Head shell fits both the AT-LP120-USB, AT-LP240-USB and AT-LP1240-USB Direct-Drive Professional Turntables. Review: Great - Nice looking well made tone arm headshell . Works well as it should . Review: Does the job - What I ordered this item it worked perfectly I was happy I got the right item thanks ## Features - All metal construction with integral finger lift - Rubber washer for secure fit to tone arm - Color coded lead wires and cartridge mounting hardware - Fits the AT-LP120-USB, AT-LP240-USB and AT-LP1240-USB Direct-Drive Turntables - 1/2"-mount headshell for 4-pin turntable cartridges ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0048XFL18 | | Best Sellers Rank | 531 in Home Audio Record Players | | Box Contents | Headshell | | Brand | Audio-Technica | | Brand Name | Audio-Technica | | Colour | White | | Compatible Devices | Turntable: AT-LP120-USB, AT-LP240-USB, AT-LP1240-USB | | Connectivity Technology | USB | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 649 Reviews | | Cycles | direct-drive | | Enclosure Material | Metal | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00042005166312 | | Included components | Headshell | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 5.1L x 5.1W x 5.1H centimetres | | Item Weight | 0.05 Pounds | | Item weight | 0.05 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Audio technica | | Manufacturer Part Number | AT-HS1 | | Material | Metal | | Maximum Rotational Speed | 78 RPM | | Maximum rotational speed | 78 RPM | | Model Name | ATHS1 Universal Phonograph Headshell | | Model Number | ATHS1 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Power Source | Corded Electric | | Product Features | Color Coded Lead Wires, Detachable Headshell | | Signal Format | Analog | | Special feature | Color Coded Lead Wires, Detachable Headshell | | Style Name | AT-HS1 | | UPC | 012303351178 809187148051 151903429631 100177476346 806293932703 080850112559 675904014448 071021122170 014444742334 981516618838 012302298337 807320256991 617407310344 999991633185 190283044423 182682295155 031112129372 881110003873 807031782017 163120719778 777786067618 014445543978 696582465209 052778848902 634644535910 115970756267 031111598612 872182716303 634644516117 042005166312 0123025350… | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Audio-Technica - **Colour:** White - **Compatible devices:** Turntable: AT-LP120-USB, AT-LP240-USB, AT-LP1240-USB - **Included components:** Headshell - **Item weight:** 23 g - **Material:** Metal - **Maximum rotational speed:** 78 RPM - **Model name:** ATHS1 Universal Phonograph Headshell - **Special feature:** Color Coded Lead Wires, Detachable Headshell - **Style:** AT-HS1 ## Images ![Audio-Technica AT-HS1 Universal Headshell for LP120-USB, LP240-USB, and LP1240-USB Direct-Drive Turntables White - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Juucx71DL.jpg) ![Audio-Technica AT-HS1 Universal Headshell for LP120-USB, LP240-USB, and LP1240-USB Direct-Drive Turntables White - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21Xcf280NrL.jpg) ![Audio-Technica AT-HS1 Universal Headshell for LP120-USB, LP240-USB, and LP1240-USB Direct-Drive Turntables White - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51yvSRSpcSL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is the Audio-Technica HS1 Headshell compatible with a AT-95E cartridge??** A: Yes, it is. The at-lp120 turntable comes with this array. **Q: what are the best cartidge and needle for this headshell?** A: Dan, I purchased the Shure M97xE High-Performance Magnetic Phono Cartridge in 2013. I'm not disappointed. I do a lot of album & 45 transfers, as well as just enjoy putting an album on while working in my shop. I tried others but to my ear this cartridge provided the best reproduction of instruments and voice. I would recommend also getting a Shure SFG-2 Stylus Tracking Force Gauge so you can set the weight up correctly. For $25 the gauge will payback in stylus costs and wear on the media. The cartridge was $70, but I felt it was better than some I tried which were in the hundreds of dollars. - Fred **Q: What type of stylus does it use?** A: It takes a 1/2" *cartridge*, which in turn will hold/come with the matching stylus for the cartridge of your choice (as long as you get a 1/2" mount type cartridge). **Q: Will this fit a Technics SL-B2??** A: Yes; it will also fit any other turntable (such as the direct drive models sold under the Audio Technica brand) that use a universal headshell. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great *by M***C on 3 May 2025* Nice looking well made tone arm headshell . Works well as it should . ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Does the job *by P***R on 18 April 2025* What I ordered this item it worked perfectly I was happy I got the right item thanks ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ great item *by M***S on 20 February 2019* can play 78 now ## Frequently Bought Together - Audio-Technica Universal Headshell (AT-HS1) - Audio-Technica AT-VM95E Dual Moving Magnet Cartridge with 0.3 x 0.7mil Elliptical Stylus - Hudson Hi-Fi Turntable Cartridge Alignment Kit - The Audiophile Purists Perfected 3-Piece LP Cartridge Setup Set. 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