Audio-Technica VM520EB Audiophile Reference Dual Moving Magnet Elliptical Bonded Stereo Turntable Cartridge (VM-520) (bobb)
- MSRP $135
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Dual magnets match the left and right channels in a stereo record groove for outstanding channel separation and extended frequency response
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0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical bonded stylus tracks the record groove with high accuracy for outstanding audio reproduction
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Paratoroidal coils improve generating efficiency
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Center shield plate between the left and right channels reduces crosstalk
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Durable low-resonance polymer housing
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Includes aluminum cantilever and mounting hardware
Specifications
- Type: VM
- Frequency Response: 20 to 23,000Hz
- Output Voltage: 4.5mV (1kHz, 5cm/sec.)
- Channel Separation: 27dB (1kHz)
- Output Balance: 1.5dB (1kHz)
- Tracking Force: 1.8 to 2.2g (2.0g standard)
- Coil Impedance: 2.7k ohms (1kHz)
- DC Resistance: 800 ohms
- Load Impedance: 47k ohms
- Load Capacitance: 100 to 200pF
- Coil Inductance: 460mH (1kHz)
- Static Compliance: 35×10 -6 cm/dyne
- Dynamic Compliance: 8×10 -6 cm/dyne (100Hz)
- Stylus: Bonded elliptical (0.3×0.7mil)
- Cantilever: Aluminum pipe
- Vertical Tracking Angle: 23°
- Dimensions: 17.3 (H) x 17.0 (W) x 28.2 (L) mm
- Weight: 6.4g
- Replacement Stylus (Sold Separately): VMN20EB
- Accessories Included: Cartridge installation screws 5mm ×2 and 10mm ×2, Washer ×2, Hexagon nut ×2, Non-magnetic screwdriver ×1, Brush ×1, Lead wire set ×1
Audio-Technica VM520EB
Dual Moving Magnet Stereo Cartridge, Elliptical Bonded Stylus
The VM520EB is part of the 500 Series in Audio-Technica’s new VM cartridge line – a line that harks back to A-T’s early days as a manufacturer primarily of high-end phono cartridges, while also incorporating today’s 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 cartridge’s 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical bonded stylus tracks the record groove with high accuracy for outstanding audio reproduction. Includes mounting hardware.
Para-toroidal coils improve generating efficiency and offers superb linearity, since leakage of magnetic flux in this continuous and unitized magnetic circuit is low. Permeability of the cores is also optimized through the use of laminated cores.
A permalloy center shield plate enables the effective separation of left and right channels, suppressing electrical crosstalk to below 40dB. This is similar to the actual crosstalk value found in the grooves of the record itself.
- VM dual magnet cartridge with 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical stylus
- Aluminum cantilever
- Paratoroidal coils improve generating efficiency
- Center shield plate between the left and right channels reduces crosstalk
- Durable low-resonance polymer housing
A-T’s Dual Magnet Design Replicates the Structure of the Cutter HeadInstead of using a single, large magnet, the two magnets are arranged in the shape of a 'V'. The two magnets are positioned precisely to match the positions of the left and right channels in the stereo groove walls. Consequently, the VM design ensures outstanding channel separation, extended frequency response and superb tracking. |
Elliptical Bonded StylusElliptical diamond stylus follows the groove modulation with greater precision compared to a conical stylus, offering improved frequency and phase responses whilst reducing distortion. |
500 SeriesStandard cartridge body fitted with the para-toroidal coils, center shield plate, and 6N-OFC coil wire which is the same as 700 series. |
Replacement & Upgrade Styli
The cartridge becomes worn after an extended period of play, even the finest diamond stylus. Our VM cartridges can be used again for a long time only by replacing the stylus. Our renewed VM cartridges have 7 styli and 3 types of bodies. Not only it is not necessary to buy the cartridge itself, but also you experience the enjoyment of upgrade or various combination of VM cartridges.
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Founded in 1962 by Hideo Matsushita, Audio-Technica positioned itself immediately as a leader in the manufacture and design of innovative audio products. It’s expertise in innovation quickly spread to various new fields and led to the development of tone arms, microphones and headphones. Audio-Technica soon became a benchmark in those fields. Making history.
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