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title: "Shure M44-7 Standard DJ Turntable Cartridge"
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# 9.5 mV ultra-high output 1.5-3.0 g tracking force range Flat 20-20k Hz frequency response Shure M44-7 Standard DJ Turntable Cartridge

**Brand:** shure
**Price:** HK$333
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎵 Spin like a pro, sound like a legend.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Shure M44-7 Standard DJ Turntable Cartridge by shure
- **How much does it cost?** HK$333 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- shure enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted shure brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Complete Setup Kit Included:** Headshell screwdriver, cleaning brush, and mounting hardware make installation effortless.
- • **Pro-Level Stereo Separation:** 20 dB channel separation ensures precise, emotive soundstage that captivates every listener.
- • **Durable, Vinyl-Friendly Build:** Rugged construction minimizes record wear while lasting through years of heavy use.
- • **Powerful, Resonant Sound Output:** 9.5 mV output delivers bold bass and crystal-clear highs for an immersive vinyl experience.
- • **Legendary Ultra-High Skip Resistance:** Engineered for the most demanding DJ scratches and battles, never miss a beat.

## Overview

The Shure M44-7 Standard DJ Turntable Cartridge is a time-tested, high-output moving magnet cartridge designed for DJs and audiophiles who demand ultra-high skip resistance and powerful bass. With a tracking force range of 1.5 to 3 grams and a flat frequency response from 20 to 20,000 Hz, it delivers a robust, emotive sound while preserving vinyl integrity. Included accessories simplify installation, making it the go-to choice for professionals and vinyl enthusiasts alike.

## Description

Product Description 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) From the Manufacturer 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)

Review: SHURE M44-7 or SHURE Mx97xe. - 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.
Review: This is a winning classic - 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!

## Features

- 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

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00008W2LW |
| Best Sellers Rank | #251,971 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #23,340 in DJ Accessories Equipment |
| Color Name | White |
| Color Screen | No |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (575) |
| Date First Available | March 16, 2003 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 0.387 ounces |
| Item model number | M44-7 |
| Material Type | Synthetic |
| Product Dimensions | 2.4 x 2.4 x 5.6 inches |
| Size | 2.40 x 5.60 x 2.40 |

## Images

![Shure M44-7 Standard DJ Turntable Cartridge - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/516aKoXOGML.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I just bought an AT-LP60 tunrtable and I'm new to vinyl but I have heard the stylus has a ton to do with the sound quality. Will this fit my table?**
A: No.  The cartridge on the AT-LP60 is an Audio Technica brand.  The Shure stylus will not fit.  Your best bet is to replace the AT stylus if it is damaged or replace the cartridge if you want to try something new.  You must use a P-mount cartridge with the AT-LP60

**Q: Shure M44-7 is this made for just mixing and playing music? Can it be used for DJs that want to scratched on control vinyl?**
A: Hi, the M44-7 is actually one of the best scratch cartridges out there - many scratch DJs will use the 447 exclusively ...  so definitely this is one of the best choices out there for turntabalism, beat juggling and scratching.Please let me know if you have any other questions, I will do my best to assist you.JenniferMillennium Worldwide

**Q: Will this needle work with a sony pslx300usb usb turntable?**
A: Looking at the Sony PSLX 300 USB not think is the right needle. This one have 4 wires to connect to the headshell.

**Q: Is this cartridge better then the at95e?**
A: Yes these cartridges are made for DJ scratching, they are better quality cartridges compared to the at95e.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ SHURE M44-7 or SHURE Mx97xe.
*by F***5 on January 22, 2017*

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.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is a winning classic
*by M***. on April 29, 2007*

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!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Like one of the other reviewers
*by S***E on May 23, 2017*

Like one of the other reviewers, I bought a Project Debut turntable with the Ortofon 2m red cartridge. That was two years ago. And I have to say, it is an amazing cart. Then I began to collect all kinds of records. Mono, stereo, brand new 180 gram discs and beat to death Goodwill records. After a lot of research, I decided to go with the Shure m44-7. So, how is it an improvement over the Ortofon red? Well, at the moment I am listening to a mono copy of Ahmad Jamal's Happy Moods. It has a punch that was absent before. The sound is more dynamic. I tried a mono copy of Sgt. Pepper that was flat sounding and scratched up badly. The Shure stylus played right through the worst of it. The noise was reduced and it sounded more full than before. Where it really stood out was when I spun a well worn copy of Zep's Since I've Been Loving You. Wow! Just wow! 'Nuff said.

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