About the Audio-Technica VM740ML
Stay in the groove
What makes one stylus better than another? The shape and mounting of the stylus — the tiny diamond that traces the grooves of the record — is where small changes make a big difference in sound quality. The Audio-Technica VM740ML phono cartridge features an advanced 2.2 x 0.12 mil MicroLine stylus in a durable aluminum alloy housing. It gets deep into the cut and reproduces the smallest details of the music. When you're talking about the warm, natural sound of great vinyl, that small difference can mean everything.
Product highlights:
- dual moving magnet design for excellent stereo separation
- center shield plate between left and right channels reduces crosstalk
- durable, low-resonance die-cast aluminum alloy housing
- 2.2 x 0.12 mil MicroLine stylus traces grooves extremely accurately
- multilevel shape reduces wear on records
- all-metal cantilever
- frequency response 20-27,000 Hz
- output voltage: 4.0 mV
- stereo separation: 28 dB
- channel balance: 1.0 dB
- tracking force range: 1.8-2.2 grams
- recommended tracking force: 2.0 grams
- load impedance: 47k ohms
- 3/4"W x 3/4"H x 1-1/8"D
- cartridge weight: 8 grams
- warranty: 1 year
- MFR # VM740ML
What's in the box:
Audio-Technica VM740ML owner's manual
- Dual moving magnet stereo phono cartridge
- 4 Lead wires
- 2 Long screws
- 2 Short screws
- 2 Nuts
- 2 Washers
- Brush
- Non-magnetic screwdriver
- User Manual
- Disposal Note
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Features & specs
| Type | MM | |
| Mounting | Standard | |
| Stylus shape | MicroLine | |
| Frequency response (Hz) | 20-27k | |
| Tracking grams | 2.0 | |
| Stereo separation (dB) | 28 | |
| Output voltage (mV) | 4.0 | |
| Load Impedance (Ohms) | 47,000 | |
| Load Capacitance (pF) | 100-200 | |
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Features
Dual Moving Magnet Stereo Cartridge: The VM740ML MicroLine stylus cartridge is a premier 700 Series model in Audio-Technica's new VM cartridge line. Like all VM cartridges, the VM740ML 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 cartridge's MicroLine stylus 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 stylus's multilevel shape also wears better than other styli, while reducing the wear on your records.
- VM dual magnet cartridge with with MicroLine stylus
- Aluminum tapered cantilever
- Paratoroidal coils improve generating efficiency
- Center shield plate between the left and right channels reduces crosstalk
- Die-cast aluminum alloy housing reduces vibration and adds a natural electrical shield
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: 20-27,000 Hz
- Channel Separation: 28 dB (1 kHz)
- Vertical Tracking Force: 1.8-2.2 g (2.0 g standard)
- Stylus Construction: Nude square shank
- Recommended Load Impedance: 47,000 ohms
- Output: 4.0 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)
- Channel Balance: 1.0 dB (1 kHz)
- Stylus Shape: 2.2 x 0.12 mil MicroLine
- Cantilever: Aluminum tapered pipe
- Mount: 1/2"
- Replacement Stylus: Part # VMN40ML
- Coil Impedance: 2,700 ohms (1 kHz)
- DC Resistance: 800 ohms
- Load Capacitance: 100-200 pF
- Coil Inductance: 460 mH (1 kHz)
- Static Compliance: 40 x 10-6 cm/dyne
- Dynamic Compliance: 10 x 10-6 cm/dyne (100 Hz)
- Vertical Tracking Angle: 23°
Dimensions: 0.75" (w) x 0.75" (h) x 1.125" (d)
Weight: 8 g (0.3 oz)
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Best sounding cartridge I have ever owned. My vinyl sounds better than I have ever heard with my old cartridge.
Stephan from Mars Hill, NC