Audio Technica AT-VM610xMONO Mono MM Phono Cartridge
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Features
| Brand Color | None |
|---|---|
| Warranty The length of time your product is protected by warranty | 2 Years |
| Product Type | Other |
Tech Specs
- Type - VM
- Frequency response - 20 to 20,000 Hz
- Output voltage - 5.0 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec.)
- Horizontal/vertical output ratio - 20 dB (1 kHz)
- Tracking force - 1.8 to 2.2 g (2.0 g standard)
- Coil impedance - 1.6 k ohms (1 kHz)
- DC resistance - 375 ohms
- Recommended load impedance - 47 k ohms
- Recommended load capacitance - 150 to 250 pF
- Coil inductance - 240 mH (1 kHz)
- Static compliance - 23 × 10-6 cm/dyne
- Dynamic compliance - 7 × 10-6 cm/dyne (100 Hz)
- Stylus - Conical bonded
- Stylus curvature radius - 0.6 mil
- Cantilever - Aluminum pipe
- Vertical tracking angle - 20°
- Dimensions - 28.0 mm (1.1”) × 18.3 mm (0.72”) × 17.6 mm (0.69”) (H ×W × D)
- Threaded hole - M2.6 × 2
- Weight - 7.2 g (0.25 oz)
Description
The Audio-Technica AT-VM610xMONO Mono MM Phono Cartridge is purpose-built for listeners who appreciate the clarity and character of mono vinyl recordings. As part of the VMx series, this cartridge offers a refined analog listening experience, delivering smooth and focused playback with rich tonal detail.
Its dual moving magnet design is internally wired to unify the left and right channels, producing a clean, centered sound image with reduced surface noise—something stereo cartridges often fail to achieve with mono records. By replicating the groove-cutting method used in record mastering, it captures the essence of original mono pressings while adding the warmth and dynamism that modern design enhancements bring to vinyl playback.
Enhanced Generator for Lifelike Audio Reproduction
At the heart of the AT-VM610xMONO is an upgraded paratoroidal generator, which uses two PCUHD® (Pure Copper Ultra High Drawability) coils per channel for outstanding signal clarity and efficiency. The high-purity copper enables richer audio output, while a slight reduction in coil turns improves transient response, giving the cartridge the agility to follow rapid musical shifts with lifelike precision.
This results in three-dimensional sound reproduction and exceptional tonal balance. A key component in preserving stereo integrity and minimizing crosstalk, this generator design ensures a focused and immersive mono experience, ideal for jazz, blues, and classic recordings originally produced in mono formats.
Precision Tracking and Practical Innovations
The AT-VM610xMONO features a 0.6 mil conical bonded stylus designed to trace the center of the groove in mono records with high fidelity and dependable performance. Paired with an aluminum cantilever, the stylus offers low distortion and accurate tracking across various playback conditions.
For added convenience, the cartridge includes threaded inserts in its body, enabling hassle-free installation using only two screws—no nuts required. This makes it especially compatible with modern tonearms on high-end turntables. Additionally, a V-cut stylus protector offers a visual reference to aid in accurate stylus placement, helping prevent mishandling during record cueing and enhancing everyday usability.
Flexible Compatibility and Reliable Construction
The Audio-Technica AT-VM610xMONO is built with durability and versatility in mind. Housed in a low-resonance polymer body, it minimizes unwanted vibrations while providing structural integrity. Its 1/2" mount makes it compatible with a wide range of turntable headshells, and the cartridge supports a recommended tracking force of 2.0 grams for optimal groove contact.
Although stylus options in the VMx line are not interchangeable with this mono model, a dedicated replacement stylus (AT-VMN10xCB) is available. With its balanced electrical specifications and focused mono output, this cartridge is an ideal solution for audiophiles who want to unlock the full potential of their mono vinyl collection.