The VM520EB is part of the 500 Series in Audio-Technicas new VM cartridge line a line that harks back to A-Ts early days as a manufacturer primarily of high-end phono cartridges, while also incorporating todays advanced technology. Like all VM cartridges, the VM520EB is equipped with dual magnets that are positioned to match the left and right channels in the stereo record groove for outstanding channel separation and extended frequency response. The cartridges 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical bonded stylus tracks the record groove with high accuracy for outstanding audio reproduction. Includes mounting hardware.
Frequency Response 20-23,000 Hz
Channel Separation 27 dB (1 kHz)
Vertical Tracking Force 1.8-2.2 g (2.0 g standard)
Stylus Construction Bonded round shank
Recommended Load Impedance 47,000 ohms
Output 4.5 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)
Channel Balance 1.5 dB (1 kHz)
Stylus Shape 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical
Cantilever Aluminum pipe
Mount Half-inch
Standard elliptical stylus model equipped with an elliptical bonded stylus. This reduces tracing distortion and allows for more accurate sound reproduction.