VM95SH

About the VM95SH

The Audio-Technica AT-VM95SH is part of the VM95 Series and features a dual moving magnet design with a 2.7 x 0.26 mil Shibata stylus that accurately traces record grooves for superb sound quality. It has a durable, low-resonance polymer housing with threaded inserts allowing mounting to headshells with just two screws, no nuts required. The cartridge uses a lightweight aluminum cantilever and nude square shank stylus construction. It offers a frequency response of 20-25,000 Hz, stereo channel separation of 23 dB at 1 kHz, and an output voltage of 3.5 mV. The recommended tracking force is 2.0 grams within a range of 1.8-2.2 grams. It has a recommended load impedance of 47,000 ohms and load capacitance of 100-200 pF. The cartridge weighs approximately 6.1 grams and measures 17.2 x 18.9 x 28.3 mm (H x W x D). Included accessories are two 11 mm screws, two 8 mm screws, two washers, and a non-magnetic screwdriver. The stylus is replaceable with the AT-VMN95SH model. This cartridge is well-regarded for its clear stereo imaging, reduced crosstalk due to a center shield plate, and multilevel stylus shape that reduces record wear.