About the Audio-Technica AT-VM95E/H
A budget-friendly cartridge in a convenient headshell
The Audio-Technica VM95E/H pre-mounts the value-priced VM95E cartridge in a lightweight aluminum AT-HS6BK universal headshell. The cartridge features a well-made 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical stylus that's specially designed for accuracy and solid frequency response. The headshell is made to fit a standard 4-pin, 1/2" mount for compatibility with a wide range of turntables.
Product highlights:
- high-quality phono cartridge pre-mounted in a lightweight headshell
- dimensions: 7/8"W x 7/8"H x 2-1/2"D
- total weight of cartridge and headshell: 15.5 grams
- suitable for s-shaped or curved tonearms only
- warranty: 1 year
- Our 60-day money-back guarantee
AT-VM95EN cartridge:
- dual moving magnet design for excellent stereo separation
- 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical stylus
- aluminum cantilever
- frequency response 20-22,000 Hz
- output voltage: 4.0 mV
- stereo separation: 20 dB
- channel balance: 2.0 dB
- tracking force range: 1.8-2.2 grams
- recommended tracking force: 2.0 grams
- load impedance: 47k ohms
- cartridge weight: 6.1 grams
AT-HS6BK headshell:
- lightweight aluminum 1/2"-mount headshell
- compatible with 4-pin cartridges
- finger lift is positioned near the front of headshell to enable precise placement of stylus
- MFR # AT-VM95E/H
What's in the box:
- Dual moving magnet stereo phono cartridge with headshell
- User Manual
- Disposal Note
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Features
VM 95 Series Cartridge with Headshell: The Audio-Technica AT-VM95E/H combo kit includes the AT-VM95E dual moving magnet cartridge premounted on the AT-HS6BK headshell that is suitable for S-shaped or J-shaped tonearms.
- Dual Moving Magnet Stereo Catridge: This VM95 Series cartridge with 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical stylus fits half-inch mount turntables. The cartridge's special coil design delivers a powerful output level of 4.0 mV. It also offers excellent channel separation and low distortion for outstanding tonal quality. And since all VM95 Series share the same body, the stylus can be replaced with any of the six interchangeable AT-VMN95 replacement styli.
- Universal Headshell: The AT-HS6 is a universal 1/2" mount headshell for 4-pin turntable cartridges and S-shaped or J-shaped tonearms. It features an ultra-lightweight (9 g) aluminum die-cast body to keep vibration to a minimum and a finger lift to enable precise stylus placement. The headshell comes with color-coded lead wires and pre-mounted screws.
Specifications:
- Frequency Response: 20-22,000 Hz
- Channel Separation: 20 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: 4.0 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)
- Channel Balance: 2.0 dB (1 kHz)
- Stylus Shape: 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical
- Cantilever: Aluminum pipe
- Mount: 1/2"
- Replacement Stylus: Part # AT-VMN95E
- Coil Impedance: 3,300 ohms (1 kHz)
- DC Resistance: 485 ohms
- Load Capacitance: 100-200 pF
- Coil Inductance: 550 mH (1 kHz)
- Static Compliance: 17 x 10-6 cm/dyne
- Dynamic Compliance: 7 x 10-6 cm/dyne (100 Hz)
- Vertical Tracking Angle: 23°
Dimensions:
- Cartridge: 0.75" (w) x 0.6875" (h) x 1.1875" (d)
- Headshell: 0.875" (w) x 0.8125" (h) x 2.4375" (d)
Weight:
- Cartridge: 6.1 g (0.22 oz)
- Cartridge & Headshell: 15.5 g (0.55 oz)
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Customer Q&A
6 questions already asked
Q
hi, will this work on a Technics SL 1800 old turntable, about 45 years old and works.?
[ Steve Feb 18, 2023 ]
1 answer
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Greetings Steve, and thank you for your question. The AT-VM95E/H used a standard 1/2 inch mount and 4 wire pin connection, just like your Technics SL1800 uses.
[ THOMAS Feb 19, 2023 ] Staff
Q
Can I use the Audio-Technica AT-VM95E on my Panasonic turntable?
[ Philip Jan 20, 2023 ]
1 answer
A
You will have to check your tonearm style and headshell mount on your Panasonic turntable specifically, Philip. If you have a screw-on style headshell like on the Audio-Technica LP-120XUSB in the link below for reference, you can use the AT-VM95E and pre-mounted headshell combo. If you have an integrated headshell on your Panasonic (built-in to the tonearm) you can potentially use the cartridge replacement in the link below that would have to be mounted on to your tonearm/headshell. This means you can use the wonderful AT-VM95E on most any turntable deck!
https://www.crutchfield.com/p_057VM95E/Audio-Technica-AT-VM95E.html
[ Bo Jan 20, 2023 ] Staff
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will the AT- VM95E/H replace a AT11EPQ?
[ Jim Jan 14, 2023 ]
1 answer
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The AT11EPQ appears to be only a cartridge. The AT-VM95E/H includes both a cartridge and headshell. If the AT11EPQ is attached to a similar headshell, then it should be possible to use the AT-VM95E/H to replace the entire headshell and cartridge on your turntable.
[ ZACHARY Jan 15, 2023 ] Staff
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Will this fit on a technics sl-d202 turntable ?
[ mark Dec 19, 2022 ]
1 answer
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Greetings Mark, and thank you for your question. The Audio Technica AT-VM95E/H is a universal headshell/cartridge. It will mount to your tone arm, and connect with the same 4 wires.
[ THOMAS Dec 19, 2022 ] Staff
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Sounds great. Required minimum adjustments for the specific turntable. Delivered in 3 days and well protected packaging using biodegradable peanuts. This was a nice and welcome surprise. Went right into the compost.
Robert from Cold Spring, NY