The Audio-Technica VM540ML Turntable Cartridge features dual moving 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.
- 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
Audio-Technica VM540ML Specs
Frequency Response | 20 Hz to 27 kHz |
Channel Separation | 28 dB (1 kHz) |
Vertical Tracking Angle | 23deg; |
Tracking Force | Vertical: 1.8 to 2.2 g (2 g Standard) |
Stylus | Nude Square Shank |
Recommended Load Impedance | 47 Kilohms |
Output | 4.0 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec) |
Channel Balance | 1.0 dB (1 kHz) |
Stylus Type | 2.2 x 0.12 mil MicroLine |
Stylus Cantilever | Aluminum Tapered Pipe |
Replacement Stylus | VMN40ML |
Impedance | 2.7 Kilohms (1 kHz) |
DC Resistance | 800 Ohms |
Coil Inductance (Le) | 460 mH (1 kHz) |
Static Compliance | 40 x 10-6 cm/Dyne |
Dynamic Compliance | 10 x 10-6 cm/Dyne (100 Hz) |
Mount | 0.5" / 12.7 mm |
Dimensions | 0.7 x 0.7 x 1.1" (17.3 x 17 x 28.2 mm) |
Weight | 0.2 oz (6.4 g) |
Package Weight | 0.145 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 5.4 x 3.7 x 1.9" |