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Dual Moving Magnet Cartridge

Audio-Technica Dual Moving Magnet Cartridge

Model: VM540-ML
Web Code: 17760251
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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. The cartridge's MicroLine 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.

Specifications:

Frequency Response: 20-27,000 Hz

Channel Separation: 28 dB (1 kHz)

Vertical Tracking Force: 1.8-2.2 g (2.0 g standard)

Stylus Construction: Nude square shank

Recommended Load Impedance: 47,000 ohms

Output: 4.0 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)

Channel Balance: 1.0 dB (1 kHz)

Stylus Shape: 2.2 x 0.12 mil MicroLine

Cantilever: Aluminum tapered pipe

Mount: Half-inch

Replacement Stylus: VMN40ML

Coil Impedance: 2,700 ohms (1 kHz)

DC Resistance: 800 ohms

Load Capacitance: 100-200 pF

Coil Inductance: 460 mH (1 kHz)

Static Compliance: 40 x 10-6 cm/dyne

Dynamic Compliance: 10 x 10-6 cm/dyne (100 Hz)

Vertical Tracking Angle: 23

Dimensions (H x W x D): 17.3 mm x 17.0 mm x 28.2 mm (0.7" x 0.7" x 1.1")

Weight: 6.4 g (0.2 oz)

Accessories Included: Four cartridge installation screws (5 mm x 2, 10 mm x 2), two washers, two hexagon nuts, non-magnetic screwdriver, brush, lead wire set

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