Center Shield plate between the left and right channels reduces crosstalk
Durable low-resonance polymer cartridge Housing
Product Specifications
Product Dimensions: 4"L x 2"W x 3"H
Item Weight: 2.26 ounces
ASIN: B01MEI1H8G
Item model number: VM540MLH
Customer Reviews: 4.7 out of 5 stars 511Reviews
Best Sellers Rank: #3,642 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #16 in DJ Turntable Cartridges
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No
Date First Available: October 31, 2016
Style: VM540ML/H Combo Kit
Color: Red
Model Name: VM540ML/H
Compatible Devices: Speaker, Turntable
Motor Type: DC Motor
Signal Format: Analog
Power Source: Corded Electric
Manufacturer: Audio-Technica
Global Trade Identification Number: 04961310137649
Product Information
The vm540ml/H combo kit includes the vm540ml Micro line dual moving magnet cartridge premounted on the AT-HS10BK universal 1/2"-mount head shell The vm540ml Micro line stylus cartridge is the premier 500 Series VM540MLH 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 vm540ml 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 Micro line 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 Includes mounting hardware
From the manufacturer
Audio-Technica VM540ML
Specifications
Type: VM
Frequency Response: 20 to 27,000 Hz
Output Voltage: 4.0mV (1kHz, 5cm/sec.)
Channel Separation: 28dB (1kHz)
Output Balance: 1.0dB (1kHz)
Tracking Force: 1.8 to 2.2g (2.0g standard)
MicroLine Nude Stereo Turntable Cartridge
The VM540ML MicroLine stylus cartridge is the premier 500 Series model 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 VM540ML 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.
VM dual magnet cartridge with MicroLine stylus
Aluminum cantilever
Paratoroidal coils improve generating efficiency
Center shield plate between the left and right channels reduces crosstalk
Durable low-resonance polymer cartridge housing
A-T’s Dual Magnet Design Replicates the Structure of the Cutter Head
Instead 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.
MicroLine Stylus
MicroLine profile diamond stylus offers high frequency response with less wear and distortion than elliptical or conventional linear contact styli.
500 Series
Standard cartridge body fitted with the para-toroidal coils, centre 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.
Trusted by Professionals
Whether it’s on the boardroom table, the stage or in the studio, Audio-Technica products are trusted time and again by industry professionals looking for reliable, lovingly developed audio products for all budgets.
It’s Audio-Technica’s commitment to innovation, and meticulous design that ensure professionals turn to us to provide solutions in conferencing, houses of worship, broadcasting, live sound, recording studios and beyond.
50 Years of Devotion to Music
For over 50 years Audio-Technica has worked alongside leading figures in sports and music broadcast to develop and hone a range of products that deliver on the highest level.
Audio-Technica have developed and delivered products to power the Grammys, World Cup, Super Bowl, Commonwealth Games as well as every Summer and Winter Games from Atlanta 1996 to Sochi 2014.
A Legacy in Innovation
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.
A self-made man and audiophile, Hidéo Matsushita was the former Director of the Tokyo Museum of Modern Art. It all started in his workshop, with the hand crafting of stereo cartridges. 50 years later, Audio-Technica has become a global leader in audio innovation.
A Passion for Listening
Humility, passion, creativity and expertise in sound are the core values behind Audio-Technica’s legacy, greatly inspired by its founder - whose imprint on the company’s philosophy is still felt today. Audio-Technica’s passion for listening evolved in the 70’s, when it started designing headphones, building upon a legacy in innovation, meticulous engineering and artistic design.
Today, Audio-Technica’s audio products have become globally synonymous with consistently high sonic performance paired with impeccable build construction and artistic design.