Audio Technica AT-VM95EBK/H MM Phono Cartridge w/ Headshell
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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
General
- Model: AT-VM95E/H
- Type: VM stereo dual magnet
- Mounting: 1/2 in centres
- Weight: 15.5 g
Audio Performance
- Frequency response: 20–22000 Hz
- Channel separation: 20 dB (1 kHz)
- Output voltage: 4.0 mV (@ 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)
- Output channel balance: 2.0 dB (1 kHz)
- Vertical tracking angle: 23°
- Vertical tracking force: 1.8–2.2 g (2.0 g standard)
- Recommended load impedance: 47 kohm
- Recommended load capacitance: 100–200 pF
Electrical Characteristics
- Coil impedance: 3.3 kohm (1 kHz)
- DC resistance: 485 ohm
- Coil inductance: 550 mH (1 kHz)
- Wire used for coil: T.P. copper
Stylus and Construction
- Stylus construction: Bonded round shank
- Stylus shape: Elliptical
- Stylus size: 0.3 x 0.7 mil
- Cantilever: Aluminium pipe
- Static compliance: 17 x 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne
- Dynamic compliance: 7 x 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne (100 Hz)
- Replacement stylus: AT-VMN95E
Dimensions
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 21.2 x 21.4 x 62.4 mm
Description
The Audio Technica AT-VM95EBK/H MM Phono Cartridge w/ Headshell is designed to deliver reliable, high-quality analogue playback while offering exceptional long-term versatility. As part of Audio-Technica’s highly regarded VM95 series, this cartridge provides a practical solution for vinyl enthusiasts who want excellent performance without unnecessary complexity.
One of the key advantages of the VM95 platform is its interchangeable stylus system, which allows users to replace the stylus when it wears out rather than replacing the entire cartridge. This approach not only extends the life of the cartridge but also offers the opportunity to upgrade to other stylus types within the VM95 family for improved performance.
Whether you are new to vinyl playback or refining an existing system, this cartridge provides a flexible and dependable foundation for enjoying your record collection.
Precision Elliptical Stylus for Accurate Tracking
At the heart of the Audio Technica AT-VM95EBK/H is its bonded elliptical diamond stylus, designed to follow the delicate modulations within a record groove with greater precision than a traditional conical stylus. This improved contact with the groove allows the cartridge to retrieve more detail from your vinyl while maintaining smooth and accurate tracking.
As a result, listeners benefit from improved frequency response, enhanced phase accuracy, and lower distortion across the audible spectrum. The elliptical stylus also helps reveal subtle musical details that might otherwise be missed, bringing greater clarity and balance to your listening experience.
Supported by an aluminium cantilever and Audio-Technica’s dual-magnet design, the cartridge delivers a well-balanced and engaging sound signature that works beautifully across a wide range of musical styles.
Pre-Mounted Convenience with AT-HS6BK Headshell
For added convenience and easy installation, the Audio Technica AT-VM95EBK/H comes pre-mounted on the AT-HS6BK aluminium die-cast headshell. This lightweight yet durable 9-gram headshell is designed to provide stable cartridge mounting while maintaining optimal resonance control. The cartridge and headshell combination has a total weight of 15.5 grams, making it compatible with a wide variety of tonearms commonly found on modern turntables.
Because the cartridge is already installed and aligned on the headshell, setup becomes significantly simpler, allowing users to enjoy their vinyl collection with minimal effort. Each unit is assembled and carefully tested at Audio-Technica’s factory in Fukui, Japan, ensuring consistent build quality and reliable performance that meets the company’s long-standing reputation for precision analogue audio engineering.
Performance Specifications and Upgrade Flexibility
The Audio Technica AT-VM95EBK/H is engineered to deliver excellent performance across a wide frequency range of 20Hz to 22,000Hz, providing balanced sound reproduction with strong clarity and musicality. With a healthy output voltage of 4.0mV, the cartridge pairs easily with standard moving magnet phono stages, while its recommended tracking force of around 2.0 grams ensures stable groove tracking and minimal record wear.
The cartridge’s dual magnet design maintains accurate channel separation and stereo imaging, helping to create a spacious and detailed soundstage. When the stylus eventually reaches the end of its lifespan, it can be quickly replaced with the compatible AT-VMN95E replacement stylus. Alternatively, listeners can explore other stylus upgrades within the VM95 series, allowing the cartridge to grow alongside your evolving analogue system.