Audio Technica AT-VM95EBK 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
General
- Model: AT-VM95E
- Type: VM stereo dual magnet
- Mounting: 1/2 in centres
- Cartridge weight: 6.1 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): 17.2 x 18.9 x 28.3 mm
Included Accessories
- Two 11 mm installation screws
- Two 8 mm installation screws
- Two washers
Description
The Audio Technica AT-VM95EBK MM Phono Cartridge represents the next generation of one of the most popular entry-level cartridges ever made. Developed as the successor to the legendary AT95E and building upon the improvements introduced with the AT95EX, this cartridge brings a refined design and improved performance to vinyl enthusiasts.
Audio-Technica has enhanced the housing structure to create a more rigid, low-resonance body, helping to reduce unwanted vibrations and improve overall sound clarity. The result is a cartridge capable of delivering balanced, detailed audio that faithfully reproduces the character of your vinyl collection.
Designed for reliability and excellent value, the AT-VM95EBK is an ideal choice for both newcomers to analogue playback and experienced listeners seeking dependable performance in a moving magnet cartridge.
Interchangeable Stylus for Long-Term Flexibility
One of the most appealing features of the VM95 cartridge series is its interchangeable stylus system, which offers exceptional long-term flexibility. With the Audio Technica AT-VM95EBK MM Phono Cartridge, replacing a worn stylus does not require purchasing a completely new cartridge body.
Instead, users can simply replace the stylus with the compatible AT-VMN95E or explore other stylus upgrades available within the VM95 family. This modular design allows listeners to experiment with different stylus profiles and refine their system over time while keeping the same cartridge body.
The result is a cost-effective and upgrade-friendly approach that allows the cartridge to remain part of your audio system for many years. This practical design makes the VM95 series one of the most adaptable and user-friendly cartridge platforms available today.
Precision Elliptical Stylus for Detailed Playback
The Audio Technica AT-VM95EBK is equipped with a bonded elliptical diamond stylus designed to track the fine groove modulations of a vinyl record with greater accuracy than a standard conical stylus. This improved contact with the record groove allows the stylus to retrieve more musical information, delivering enhanced frequency response and improved phase accuracy.
The elliptical stylus helps reduce distortion while maintaining a balanced and engaging sound signature. Combined with an aluminium cantilever and Audio-Technica’s dual moving magnet design, the cartridge offers consistent tracking performance and clear stereo imaging. With a frequency response of 20Hz to 22,000Hz and an output voltage of 4.0mV, the cartridge works seamlessly with most moving magnet phono stages, making it a versatile option for a wide range of analogue audio systems.
Improved Installation and Reliable Performance
Ease of installation has also been improved by the design of the Audio-Technica AT-VM95EBK MM Phono Cartridge. The cartridge body includes two integrated M2.6 threaded inserts, allowing it to be mounted directly to a headshell or tonearm without the need for separate nuts. This makes installation quicker and more convenient, especially for users performing cartridge replacements or adjustments.
The package includes both 8mm and 11mm mounting screws along with washers to accommodate a variety of tonearms and headshells. With a recommended tracking force between 1.8 and 2.2 grams and a cartridge weight of just 6.1 grams, the AT-VM95EBK offers excellent compatibility with many turntables. Its robust construction and proven design ensure stable tracking, low distortion, and long-lasting performance for everyday vinyl listening.