The VM540ML/H Headshell and Cartridge Combo Kit from Audio-Technica includes the VM540ML MicroLine dual moving magnet cartridge pre-mounted on the AT-HS10BK universal 1/2"-mount headshell. The VM540ML features dual magnets that are positioned to match left and right channels in the stereo record groove and improve channel separation, as well as extending the frequency response. Additionally, the cartridge employs a MicroLine stylus, which allows it to trace the record groove with superb accuracy, resulting in nuanced audio reproduction that elliptical and conical styli simply can't match. The stylus' multilevel shape also wears better than other styli, while reducing the wear on your records.
The lightweight AT-HS10BK is a universal 1/2"-mount headshell designed for 4-pin turntable cartridges. The die-cast aluminum body is designed to minimize vibration and provides a finger-lift at the front position to enable precise placement of the stylus onto the record. The gold-plated lead wires offer lossless signal transmission. The headshell ships with mounting hardware.
- 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
- Universal 1/2"-mount headshell for 4-pin turntable cartridges
Audio-Technica VM540ML/H Specs
Frequency Response | 20 Hz to 27 kHz |
Channel Separation | 28 dB (1 kHz) |
Tracking Force | Vertical Tracking Force: 1.8 - 2.2 g (2.0 g standard) |
Stylus | Stylus Construction: Nude square shank Stylus Shape: 2.2 x 0.12 mil MicroLine Replacement Stylus: VMN40ML |
Recommended Load Impedance | 47 kOhms |
Output | 4.0 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec) |
Channel Balance | 1.0 dB (1 kHz) |
Stylus Cantilever | Aluminum pipe |
Mount | 0.5" / 12.7 mm |
Coil | Coil Impedance: 2700 Ohms (1 kHz) Coil Inductance: 460 mH (1 kHz) |
DC Resistance | 800 Ohms |
Load Capacitance | 100 to 200 pF |
Static Compliance | 40 x 10-6 cm/dyne |
Dynamic Compliance | 10 x 10-6 cm/dyne (100 Hz) |
Vertical Tracking Angle | 23° |
Dimensions (L x W x D) | Cartridge: 0.7 x 0.7 x 1.1" / 17.3 x 17.0 x 28.2 mm Cartridge and Headshell: 0.8 x 0.8 x 2.4" / 21.3 x 21.0 x 60.4 mm |
Weight | Cartridge: 0.2 oz / 6.4 g Cartridge and Headshell: 0.6 oz / 16.8 g |
Package Weight | 0.2 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 4.2 x 2.8 x 1.9" |