Audio-Technica VMx Headshell/Cartridge Combo Kit - Elliptical Bonded

Audio-Technica VMx Headshell/Cartridge Combo Kit

The Audio-Technica VMX Series combines precision engineering with audiophile-grade performance in a range of headshell/cartridge combo kits. These kits are designed to elevate the vinyl listening experience by offering superb channel separation, extended frequency response, and easy installation. Ideal for discerning enthusiasts and professional setups, each cartridge is pre-mounted to a lightweight AT-HS10BK universal ½"-mount headshell, ensuring consistent alignment and optimum playback quality straight out of the box.

Whether you're seeking the detailed response of a Microlinear stylus, the richness of a Shibata tip, or the classic touch of an elliptical bonded design, the VMX series delivers premium audio reproduction. These combinations reflect Audio-Technica's heritage in cartridge innovation and suit a variety of musical tastes and turntable systems. Built in Japan with meticulous quality control, the VMX cartridges promise both durability and exceptional sonic performance.

Models and Stylus Types

• AT-VM520xEB/H – Elliptical Bonded Stylus
• AT-VM740xML/H – Microlinear Stylus
• AT-VM750xSH/H – Shibata Stylus

Key Features

• High-Fidelity Audio: Designed for nuanced, dynamic vinyl playback with superior detail retrieval.
• Pre-mounted Design: Each cartridge comes pre-installed on a lightweight AT-HS10BK headshell.
• Dual Moving Magnet Structure: Delivers excellent channel separation and accurate stereo imaging.
• Wide Compatibility: Universal ½" mount works with most tonearms and turntables.
• Stylus Variety: Choose from elliptical bonded, Microlinear, or Shibata stylus types for tonal versatility.

Technical Specifications

• Mount Type: ½" standard mount
• Frequency Response: Varies by stylus type (20–25,000 Hz typical)
• Output Voltage: 4.5 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)
• Channel Separation: 27 dB (1 kHz)
• Tracking Force Range: 1.8–2.2 grams
• Load Impedance: 47,000 ohms
• Stylus Construction: Nude or bonded, depending on model
• Stylus Shape: Elliptical Bonded, Microlinear, or Shibata

What's Included in the Box

• Pre-mounted cartridge and stylus on AT-HS10BK headshell
• Hardware and mounting accessories
• Stylus protector and user documentation
• Contents may vary slightly depending on model chosen