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Audio-Technica AT-VM740xML Dual moving magnet phono cartridge

Item # 057M740XML

Experience richer, more precise audio from your turntable with the AT-VM740xML dual moving magnet cartridge.

Experience richer, more precise audio from your turntable with the AT-VM740xML dual moving magnet cartridge.

Item # 057M740XML

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About the Audio-Technica AT-VM740xML

Charles Fontaine

Product highlights:

  • dual moving magnet design for excellent stereo separation
  • 2.2 x 0.12mil nude microlinear stylus
  • tapered aluminum cantilever
  • frequency response 20-25,000 Hz
  • output voltage: 3.2 mV
  • stereo separation: 25 dB
  • channel balance: 1.0 dB
  • tracking force range: 1.8-2.2 grams
  • recommended tracking force: 2.0 grams
  • load impedance: 47k ohms
  • load capacitance: 150 to 250 pF
  • vertical tracking angle: 20°
  • flip-up stylus protector with V-cut for precise tracking
  • compatible with any 1/2" mount headshell
  • mounting hardware included
Dimensions and warranty:
  • 3/4"W x 1-1/8"H x 11/16"D
  • cartridge weight: 8.8 grams
  • warranty: 1 year
  • MFR # AT-VM740XML
  • Item # 057M740XML
  • California customers: Please click here for your Proposition 65 WARNING.

What's in the box:

Audio-Technica AT-VM740xML owner's manual

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  • Dual moving magnet stereo phono cartridge
  • User-replaceable stylus (pre-installed)
  • 2 Scews
  • 2 Washers
  • Screwdriver
  • Brush
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Disposal Note

More details on the Audio-Technica AT-VM740xML

Stacey B.

Features & specs

Type MM
Mounting Standard
Stylus shape Microlinear
Frequency response (Hz) 20-25k
Tracking grams 2.0
Stereo separation (dB) 25
Output voltage (mV) 3.2
Load Impedance (Ohms) 47,000
Load Capacitance (pF) 150-250

Product Research

Features

ATM.-VMx Series Phono Cartridge: The ATM.-VMx series brings new warmth and realism to Audio-Technica premium dual moving magnet (MM) cartridge line, delivering an expansive soundstage that's alive with musical detail. Like all of Audio-Technica MM cartridges, this updated design closely mirrors the cutter head used to make the vinyl master. It utilizes two magnets, positioned to match the left and right channels in the stereo record groove for outstanding channel separation and extended frequency response. However, the new VMx series also introduces material and design changes to further refine the sound, offering responsive playback that is especially sensitive to the dynamism of musical expression.   

Highly Efficient Generator: All VMx cartridges feature a generator with paratoroidal coil construction (two coils per channel with one stacked behind the other) for greatly improved efficiency. A center shield plate separates the left and right channels to reduce crosstalk and maintain a clear stereo image. The copper wire used for the coils has been upgraded to PCUHD (Pure Copper Ultra High Draw ability), resulting in richer, more nuanced audio reproduction. The number of coil turns has also been slightly reduced to improve transient response, allowing the cartridge to react more quickly to signal changes for stunningly clean music with lifelike immediacy.

Lightweight Microlinear Stylus:  The lightweight microlinear stylus of the AT-VM740xML allows it to trace the record groove with incredible accuracy, resulting in nuanced audio reproduction that elliptical and conical styli simply can’t match. The Microlinear stylus almost exactly duplicates the shape of the cutting stylus that produces the original master disc (the disc used to create the pressed vinyl record). This likeness enables the Microlinear stylus to track portions the groove other styli cannot reach, resulting in extremely accurate tracing of high-frequency passages and a flat frequency response within the audible range. The unique multilevel shape also wears more evenly, greatly extending record and stylus life.

Note: Since all of Audio-Technica's AT-VMx and VM Series cartridges share the same body design and have a removable stylus, you can use almost any AT-VMNx or VMN replacement stylus (excluding mono models) with any VMx or VM cartridge for easy experimentation with sound characteristics.

High Quality Construction: The AT-VM740xML features a die-cast aluminum housing that reduces vibrations and resonance, plus employs an aluminum tapered cantilever to deliver Audio-Technica's AT-VMX series expansive soundstage.

Simple Installation: Audio-Technica also added threaded inserts to the body of each VMx cartridge, making it easier to mount (just two screws required - no nuts required), especially to the integrated tonearms common on high-end turntables. Plus, a new V-cut in the stylus's flip-up protector provides quick reference of the stylus position, serving as a guide when lowering the stylus onto a record.

Note: This cartridge is designed to fit turntables that feature a standard 1/2" mount. It is not compatible with P-Mount style turntables.

Specifications:

  • Frequency Response: 20-25,000 Hz
  • Channel Separation: 25 dB (1 kHz)
  • Vertical Tracking Angle: 20°
  • Tracking Force: 1.8-2.2 g (2.0 g standard)
  • Stylus Construction: Nude Microlinear
  • Recommended Load Impedance: 47,000 ohms
  • Output Voltage: 3.2 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)
  • Output Balance: 1.0 dB (1 kHz)
  • Cantilever: Aluminum tapered pipe
  • Coil Impedance: 3,200 ohms (1 kHz)
  • DC Resistance: 750 ohms
  • Load Capacitance: 150-250 pF
  • Coil Inductance: 480 mH (1 kHz)
  • Static Compliance: 20 x 10-6 cm/dyne
  • Dynamic Compliance: 7 x 10-6 cm/dyne (100 Hz)
  • Stylus Shape: 2.2 x 0..12 mil
  • Replacement Stylus: AT-VMN40xML
  • Mount: 1/2"

Dimensions: 0.75" (w) x 0.6875" (h) x 1.125" (d)

Weight: 8.8 g (0.31 oz)

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