Audio T Verdict
The Audio-Technica AT-VM520xEB is a very sensible entry point into the newer VMx cartridge family. It combines a familiar 0.3 x 0.7mil bonded elliptical stylus with a substantially revised generator, making it a good choice for anyone who wants the practicality of a conventional moving-magnet cartridge without stopping at a basic design.
The VMx generator uses Audio-Technica's dual magnet principle, with separate magnets positioned to correspond with the left and right walls of a stereo record groove. Behind them sits a paratoroidal coil structure using two coils per channel, a central shielding plate and upgraded PCUHD copper wire.
Audio-Technica has also reduced the number of coil turns compared with the previous VM Series. The aim is to improve transient response while retaining the healthy output that makes a moving-magnet cartridge so easy to accommodate. The AT-VM520xEB produces 5.0mV and is designed for a conventional 47k-ohm MM phono input.
At the groove is a bonded 0.3 x 0.7mil elliptical diamond on an aluminium-pipe cantilever. It provides finer groove tracing than the conical AT-VM510xCB while remaining relatively straightforward to align compared with the Microlinear, Shibata and Special Line Contact options further up the range.
The VMx platform is also highly upgradeable. Almost every stereo AT-VMNx stylus can be fitted to the same cartridge body, including Nude Elliptical, Microlinear, Boron Microlinear, Shibata and Special Line Contact alternatives. Audio-Technica also maintains compatibility with many previous-generation VMN styli.
Installation is unusually civilised thanks to threaded M2.6 inserts built directly into the body. No separate cartridge nuts are required, while the redesigned flip-up stylus guard includes a V-shaped cut-out to help you judge the stylus position when lowering it onto a record.
Audio T offers this page in three forms: the complete AT-VM520xEB cartridge, the AT-VMN20xEB replacement stylus, or the AT-VM520xEB/H with the cartridge already mounted to Audio-Technica's AT-LT10 aluminium headshell.
For someone who wants a good everyday elliptical MM cartridge but also likes the idea of being able to upgrade the stylus rather than replacing the entire cartridge later, the AT-VM520xEB makes a lot of sense.
Audio-Technica AT-VM520xEB Elliptical Cartridge, Replacement Stylus and Headshell Options
The Audio-Technica AT-VM520xEB is a dual moving magnet cartridge from the updated VMx Series, combining a bonded elliptical stylus with Audio-Technica's revised paratoroidal generator, PCUHD copper coils and low-resonance polymer body.
On this page you can choose the version that suits what you actually need:
AT-VM520xEB Cartridge
The complete VMx cartridge body supplied with the AT-VMN20xEB bonded elliptical stylus.
Choose this if you need a complete new cartridge for an existing headshell or compatible integral tonearm.
AT-VMN20xEB Replacement Stylus
The 0.3 x 0.7mil bonded elliptical replacement stylus only.
Choose this if your existing compatible VM or VMx cartridge body is working correctly and you simply need the stylus assembly.
AT-VM520xEB/H Headshell Version
The complete AT-VM520xEB cartridge pre-mounted to Audio-Technica's AT-LT10 universal headshell.
Choose this for a compatible removable-headshell tonearm where you would prefer the cartridge already attached to a headshell.
Upgrade the Stylus Later
The VMx body accepts almost every stereo AT-VMNx stylus.
You can move from Bonded Elliptical to Nude Elliptical, Microlinear, Shibata or Special Line Contact without replacing the cartridge body.
Which Option Should I Choose?
Replacing the complete cartridge? Choose AT-VM520xEB.
Already have a compatible VMx or VM cartridge? Choose AT-VMN20xEB if you only need the bonded elliptical stylus.
Have a compatible removable-headshell tonearm? Choose AT-VM520xEB/H if you want the cartridge already mounted to an AT-LT10 headshell.
If you are unsure which version suits your turntable, contact Audio T before ordering.
The Updated Audio-Technica VMx Series
The VMx range updates Audio-Technica's established premium dual magnet cartridge platform with changes to the generator, internal wiring, housing and mounting system.
Key VMx developments include:
- Dual moving magnet architecture
- Paratoroidal coil construction
- Two coils per channel
- PCUHD copper coil wire
- Reduced coil turns for improved transient response
- Central shielding plate between left and right channels
- Threaded M2.6 mounting inserts
- Low-resonance polymer cartridge body
- Redesigned flip-up stylus protector with V-shaped guide
- Wide range of interchangeable stylus options
Dual Moving Magnet Design
Audio-Technica's VM architecture uses two moving magnets rather than a single shared magnet.
The two magnets are positioned to correspond with the left and right walls of a stereo record groove, closely mirroring the V-shaped configuration used when the record master is cut.
This allows the cartridge to respond independently to modulation from the two groove walls and forms the basis of the VMx stereo generator.
Paratoroidal Coil Construction
The AT-VM520xEB uses a paratoroidal generator arrangement with:
Two coils per channel, positioned one behind the other.
Audio-Technica uses this arrangement to improve generating efficiency while supporting channel separation, channel balance and transient response.
PCUHD Copper Coils
The VMx Series upgrades the cartridge coil wire to:
PCUHD - Pure Copper Ultra High Drawability.
Audio-Technica uses this high-purity copper conductor within the cartridge generator while also reducing the number of coil turns compared with the previous VM Series.
Fewer Coil Turns
Reducing the number of coil turns lowers the amount of wire within the generator.
Audio-Technica's stated aim is improved transient response, allowing the generator to react more quickly to changes in the musical signal.
Central Shielding Plate
A shielding plate separates the left and right generator channels.
Its purpose is to reduce electrical crosstalk between them, helping maintain a clear and stable stereo image.
5.0mV Moving-Magnet Output
The AT-VM520xEB produces:
5.0mV at 1kHz, 5cm/sec.
This is a healthy conventional moving-magnet output and makes the cartridge suitable for a wide range of integrated amplifier phono inputs and external MM phono stages.
Use a Moving-Magnet Phono Input
The AT-VM520xEB is a moving-magnet cartridge.
If your phono stage provides selectable MM and MC inputs, use the MM setting rather than a low-output moving-coil mode.
47k-Ohm Loading
Audio-Technica specifies a recommended load impedance of:
47,000 ohms.
This is the standard input resistance used by the overwhelming majority of moving-magnet phono stages.
150–250pF Recommended Capacitance
Audio-Technica recommends total load capacitance of:
150–250pF.
The total capacitance seen by the cartridge can include:
- Tonearm internal wiring
- Turntable phono cable
- Additional interconnects where applicable
- Phono-stage input capacitance
Where your phono stage provides selectable input capacitance, the manufacturer's stated range provides a useful target.
3.2k-Ohm Coil Impedance
The VMx generator is specified at:
3.2k ohms at 1kHz.
DC resistance is:
750 ohms.
Coil inductance is:
480mH at 1kHz.
These figures describe the internal electrical characteristics of the cartridge generator and should not be confused with the external 47k-ohm load presented by the phono stage.
Bonded Elliptical Stylus
The AT-VM520xEB uses a:
0.3 x 0.7mil bonded elliptical diamond.
Elliptical geometry uses different radii across the stylus profile, allowing it to follow finer groove modulation than a basic conical diamond.
Why Choose Elliptical?
A bonded elliptical stylus offers a useful balance between performance, cost and setup simplicity.
Compared with a conventional conical stylus, it can provide:
- More precise groove tracing
- Improved high-frequency tracking
- Reduced tracing distortion
- Better inner-groove performance
- Greater retrieval of fine groove information
At the same time, elliptical geometry is generally less demanding to align than the Microlinear, Shibata and Special Line Contact options further up the VMx range.
What Does Bonded Mean?
A bonded stylus uses a diamond tip attached to a separate supporting shank rather than using a complete one-piece diamond for both the contact tip and shank.
This helps keep production cost under control while still allowing the finer tracing characteristics of an elliptical profile.
The AT-VM530xEN above it retains the same 0.3 x 0.7mil elliptical geometry but moves to a nude diamond construction.
Aluminium-Pipe Cantilever
The bonded elliptical stylus is mounted to an aluminium-pipe cantilever.
The cantilever transfers movement of the diamond into the cartridge's dual magnet generator as it follows modulation within the record groove.
20Hz to 20kHz Frequency Response
Audio-Technica specifies:
20Hz–20kHz.
The specification reflects the complete bonded elliptical stylus, aluminium cantilever and VMx generator system.
24dB Channel Separation
Channel separation is specified at:
24dB at 1kHz.
The VMx generator combines independent left and right magnetic elements with the central shielding plate to reduce crosstalk between the two stereo channels.
1.5dB Output Balance
Audio-Technica specifies:
1.5dB at 1kHz.
Close channel output matching helps maintain stable stereo positioning and a consistent central image.
1.8–2.2g Tracking Force
The recommended tracking-force range is:
1.8–2.2g.
Audio-Technica gives:
2.0g as the standard setting.
Do Not Deliberately Track Too Lightly
Reducing tracking force below the recommended range does not automatically reduce record wear.
Insufficient force can cause the stylus to mistrack and lose stable contact with the record groove.
Use an Accurate Stylus-Force Gauge
Set the tonearm according to its manufacturer's instructions and verify the final 2.0g tracking force with an accurate stylus-force gauge where possible.
20-Degree Vertical Tracking Angle
Audio-Technica specifies a:
20-degree vertical tracking angle.
Where tonearm height is adjustable, vertical geometry can be checked after overhang, offset angle and tracking force are correctly established.
Static and Dynamic Compliance
The AT-VM520xEB is specified at:
- Static compliance: 23 x 10-6cm/dyne
- Dynamic compliance: 7 x 10-6cm/dyne at 100Hz
Compliance describes the flexibility of the stylus suspension and forms part of the mechanical relationship between cartridge and tonearm.
7.2g Cartridge Weight
The AT-VM520xEB weighs:
7.2g.
This should be checked against the cartridge-weight and counterweight range specified for your tonearm.
Low-Resonance Polymer Housing
The AT-VM520xEB uses a durable polymer cartridge housing designed to control unwanted resonance while supporting the generator and stylus assembly.
The higher VMx 700 Series moves to a die-cast aluminium body, while the AT-VM520xEB retains the lower-mass polymer construction used through this section of the range.
M2.6 Threaded Mounting Inserts
The VMx body incorporates two M2.6 threaded mounting holes.
This means the cartridge can be attached to a compatible half-inch headshell or integral tonearm using two screws without separate nuts.
No Tiny Cartridge Nuts
Threaded mounting provides several practical advantages:
- Simpler cartridge installation
- No separate mounting nuts
- Easier alignment adjustments
- Reduced chance of dropping mounting hardware
- Secure cartridge-to-headshell connection
Three Screw Lengths Included
The cartridge is supplied with three pairs of M2.6 installation screws:
Two washers are also included.
Choose the Correct Screw Length
Use sufficient thread engagement to secure the cartridge without forcing an excessively long screw into the body.
The 5mm screws are also used by Audio-Technica to secure the cartridge in its packaging, so keep them after unpacking.
V-Cut Stylus Protector
The VMx Series introduces a redesigned flip-up stylus protector.
A V-shaped cut-out in the centre provides a visual reference for the position of the stylus, helping when lowering the cartridge onto a record.
The guard can also remain useful while mounting or adjusting the cartridge, reducing the risk of accidental stylus contact.
AT-VMN20xEB Replacement Stylus
If your existing cartridge body is correctly mounted and working normally, you may only need the:
AT-VMN20xEB.
This is the complete 0.3 x 0.7mil bonded elliptical replacement stylus assembly.
It slides into the front of the cartridge body without requiring the complete cartridge to be removed from the tonearm.
VMx Interchangeable Stylus System
One of the major attractions of Audio-Technica's VM architecture is the range of interchangeable styli.
Compatible stereo AT-VMNx options include:
- AT-VMN10xCB - Bonded Conical, aluminium cantilever
- AT-VMN20xEB - Bonded Elliptical, aluminium cantilever
- AT-VMN30xEN - Nude Elliptical, aluminium cantilever
- AT-VMN40xML - Nude Microlinear, aluminium cantilever
- AT-VMN45xML - Nude Microlinear, Boron cantilever
- AT-VMN50xSH - Nude Shibata, Boron cantilever
- AT-VMN60xSL - Nude Special Line Contact, Boron cantilever
Mono VMx Models Are Different
Audio-Technica excludes the dedicated mono models from this general stereo stylus interchangeability system.
If you are considering a mono or 78rpm VMx cartridge, check the specific compatibility before swapping stylus assemblies.
Compatibility With Previous VM Series Styli
Audio-Technica also states that the VMx and previous VM Series share the same body design.
This allows almost any compatible stereo VMN or AT-VMNx replacement stylus to be used across the two generations, excluding the dedicated mono models.
Existing VM Cartridge Owner?
If you already own a compatible previous-generation Audio-Technica VM cartridge, you may not need to replace the entire cartridge simply to use one of the new VMx stylus options.
Check the exact model compatibility or speak to Audio T before ordering.
Upgrade From Bonded Elliptical to Nude Elliptical
The most natural next step from AT-VMN20xEB is:
AT-VMN30xEN.
It retains the same 0.3 x 0.7mil elliptical groove profile but replaces the bonded tip with a nude diamond.
This reduces the moving mass at the end of the cantilever while keeping familiar elliptical geometry.
Explore the Audio-Technica AT-VM530xEN at Audio T.
Upgrade to Microlinear
Moving to an AT-VMNx Microlinear stylus changes the groove-contact geometry much more substantially.
Microlinear is a fine-line profile designed to trace small groove modulation while maintaining extended contact with the groove walls.
Within the new VMx range, Audio-Technica offers Microlinear versions with both aluminium and Boron cantilevers.
Upgrade to Shibata or Special Line Contact
Further stylus options include:
- AT-VMN50xSH - Nude Shibata with Boron cantilever
- AT-VMN60xSL - Nude Special Line Contact with Boron cantilever
These provide advanced line-contact groove geometries while retaining compatibility with the stereo VMx cartridge platform.
AT-VM520xEB or AT-VM510xCB?
AT-VM510xCB
- 0.6mil bonded conical stylus
- Aluminium-pipe cantilever
- 5.0mV output
- 20Hz–20kHz response
- 24dB channel separation
- 1.5dB output balance
- 7 x 10-6cm/dyne dynamic compliance
- 2.0g standard tracking force
- Same VMx polymer body platform
AT-VM520xEB
- 0.3 x 0.7mil bonded elliptical stylus
- Aluminium-pipe cantilever
- 5.0mV output
- 20Hz–20kHz response
- 24dB channel separation
- 1.5dB output balance
- 7 x 10-6cm/dyne dynamic compliance
- 2.0g standard tracking force
- Same VMx polymer body platform
The main difference is therefore at the groove.
The AT-VM510xCB uses a simple conical stylus, while the AT-VM520xEB moves to elliptical geometry for finer groove tracing.
Compare the Audio-Technica AT-VM510xCB at Audio T.
AT-VM520xEB or AT-VM530xEN?
AT-VM520xEB
- 0.3 x 0.7mil Elliptical
- Bonded diamond
- Aluminium-pipe cantilever
- 5.0mV output
- 20Hz–20kHz response
- 24dB channel separation
- 1.5dB output balance
- 7 x 10-6cm/dyne dynamic compliance
- 23 x 10-6cm/dyne static compliance
AT-VM530xEN
- 0.3 x 0.7mil Elliptical
- Nude diamond
- Aluminium-pipe cantilever
- 3.2mV output
- 20Hz–25kHz response
- 25dB channel separation
- 1.5dB output balance
- 7 x 10-6cm/dyne dynamic compliance
- 23 x 10-6cm/dyne static compliance
The two cartridges retain the same basic elliptical geometry, but the AT-VM530xEN replaces the bonded tip with a nude diamond.
Audio-Technica also specifies wider frequency response and slightly greater channel separation for the EN configuration.
Compare the Audio-Technica AT-VM530xEN at Audio T.
AT-VM520xEB/H Pre-Mounted Headshell Version
The headshell option on this page is:
AT-VM520xEB/H.
This combines the AT-VM520xEB cartridge with Audio-Technica's AT-LT10 universal headshell.
AT-LT10 Universal Headshell
The AT-LT10 is an aluminium die-cast removable headshell designed for standard half-inch cartridges.
Features include:
- Lightweight aluminium die-cast construction
- Standard half-inch cartridge mounting
- Elongated cartridge slots for overhang adjustment
- OFC lead wires
- Slip-resistant finger lift
- Mounting screws supplied
18.3g Complete Headshell Assembly
The complete AT-VM520xEB/H cartridge and AT-LT10 headshell assembly weighs:
18.3g.
Check Tonearm Compatibility
A removable headshell physically fitting a tonearm does not automatically guarantee that the complete 18.3g assembly falls within the arm's counterweight and effective-mass requirements.
Check your turntable specifications or contact Audio T if you are unsure.
Does Pre-Mounted Mean Fully Aligned?
Not necessarily for your particular turntable.
The cartridge is supplied already attached to the AT-LT10 headshell, but different tonearms can require different overhang settings.
Once fitted to your turntable, check:
- Overhang
- Tracking force
- Bias or anti-skate
- Counterweight adjustment
- Tonearm height where applicable
Why Choose the Headshell Version?
A pre-mounted cartridge can be particularly useful if:
- Your tonearm has a compatible removable headshell
- You regularly switch between cartridges
- You want the cartridge already securely attached to a headshell
- You keep separate cartridge setups for different records
- You want to minimise the amount of initial cartridge installation required
A Phono Stage Is Required
The AT-VM520xEB requires moving-magnet phono amplification.
The usual signal path is:
Turntable ? MM phono stage ? amplifier line input.
If your amplifier already has a suitable MM phono input, an external phono stage is not necessarily required.
Browse phono stages at Audio T.
Professional Cartridge Fitting
Correct AT-VM520xEB installation can include:
- Checking tonearm compatibility
- Selecting the appropriate M2.6 mounting screws
- Connecting the four cartridge leads correctly
- Setting overhang
- Setting offset angle
- Setting 2.0g tracking force
- Setting bias or anti-skate
- Checking tonearm height where adjustable
- Checking moving-magnet phono-stage compatibility
- Checking load capacitance where adjustable
If you would rather not carry out these adjustments yourself, speak to your local Audio T store about professional cartridge fitting and setup.
Who Is the Audio-Technica AT-VM520xEB For?
Well Suited To
- Customers wanting an elliptical MM cartridge
- Customers moving up from a conical stylus
- Quality affordable and mid-range turntables
- Systems with conventional MM phono stages
- Customers wanting a broad future stylus upgrade path
- Existing Audio-Technica VM owners considering VMx styli
- Turntables using standard half-inch cartridge mounting
- Customers who value threaded cartridge mounting
- Compatible removable-headshell tonearms
Check Before Buying
- Choose cartridge, replacement stylus or headshell version
- 5.0mV moving-magnet output
- 47k-ohm load impedance
- 150–250pF recommended capacitance
- 7.2g bare cartridge weight
- 18.3g headshell combination weight
- 2.0g standard tracking force
- Headshell version requires compatible tonearm adjustment
- Mono VMx stylus compatibility is different
Key Features
- Audio-Technica AT-VM520xEB
- Audio-Technica AT-VMN20xEB
- Audio-Technica AT-VM520xEB/H
- VMx Series
- Dual moving magnet design
- Paratoroidal coil construction
- Two coils per channel
- PCUHD copper coil wire
- Reduced coil turns
- Centre shielding plate
- 0.3 x 0.7mil elliptical stylus
- Bonded diamond construction
- Aluminium-pipe cantilever
- 5.0mV output
- 47k-ohm load impedance
- 150–250pF recommended capacitance
- 3.2k-ohm coil impedance
- 750-ohm DC resistance
- 480mH coil inductance
- 20Hz–20kHz frequency response
- 24dB channel separation
- 1.5dB output balance
- 20-degree vertical tracking angle
- 23 x 10-6cm/dyne static compliance
- 7 x 10-6cm/dyne dynamic compliance
- 1.8–2.2g tracking-force range
- 2.0g standard tracking force
- 7.2g cartridge weight
- Low-resonance polymer housing
- M2.6 threaded mounting inserts
- V-cut flip-up stylus protector
- Interchangeable VMx stylus system
- Compatibility with many previous VM Series styli
- AT-LT10 headshell option
- 18.3g headshell assembly
Frequently Asked Questions
What options can I buy on this page?
You can choose the complete AT-VM520xEB cartridge, the AT-VMN20xEB replacement stylus or the AT-VM520xEB/H cartridge pre-mounted to an AT-LT10 headshell.
What is the difference between AT-VM520xEB and AT-VMN20xEB?
AT-VM520xEB is the complete cartridge body and stylus. AT-VMN20xEB is the replacement bonded elliptical stylus assembly only.
What does AT-VM520xEB/H mean?
It is the complete AT-VM520xEB cartridge supplied pre-mounted to Audio-Technica's AT-LT10 headshell.
What stylus does the AT-VM520xEB use?
A bonded 0.3 x 0.7mil elliptical diamond.
What is an elliptical stylus?
An elliptical stylus has different front-to-back and side-to-side radii, allowing it to trace finer groove modulation than a conventional conical stylus.
What does bonded mean?
The diamond tip is attached to a separate supporting shank rather than the complete stylus tip and shank being formed from one piece of diamond.
What is the cantilever made from?
An aluminium pipe.
Is the AT-VM520xEB moving magnet or moving coil?
It is an Audio-Technica VM dual moving magnet cartridge.
What output does it produce?
5.0mV at 1kHz, 5cm/sec.
What phono stage does it need?
A conventional moving-magnet phono stage with 47k-ohm input resistance.
What capacitance does Audio-Technica recommend?
150–250pF total load capacitance.
What is the frequency response?
20Hz to 20kHz.
What is the channel separation?
24dB at 1kHz.
What is the output balance?
1.5dB at 1kHz.
What tracking force should I use?
Audio-Technica specifies 1.8–2.2g with 2.0g as the standard setting.
What is the vertical tracking angle?
20 degrees.
What is the static compliance?
23 x 10-6cm/dyne.
What is the dynamic compliance?
7 x 10-6cm/dyne at 100Hz.
How much does the bare cartridge weigh?
The AT-VM520xEB weighs 7.2g.
Does it require mounting nuts?
No. The cartridge body incorporates M2.6 threaded mounting inserts.
What are PCUHD coils?
PCUHD stands for Pure Copper Ultra High Drawability. Audio-Technica uses this copper wire for the VMx generator coils.
What is paratoroidal coil construction?
The VMx generator uses two coils per channel, with one positioned behind the other. Audio-Technica uses this arrangement to improve generating efficiency, channel performance and transient response.
Why is there a shield plate inside the cartridge?
A central shielding plate separates the left and right channels to reduce crosstalk and help preserve stereo separation.
Can I replace only the stylus?
Yes. The direct replacement is AT-VMN20xEB.
Can I upgrade the stylus without changing the cartridge?
Yes. Almost every stereo AT-VMNx stylus fits the same VMx body, excluding the dedicated mono models.
Can I fit the Nude Elliptical stylus?
Yes. The AT-VMN30xEN is compatible and provides a nude 0.3 x 0.7mil elliptical alternative.
Can I upgrade to Microlinear?
Yes. Audio-Technica offers compatible AT-VMNx Microlinear styli with aluminium or Boron cantilevers.
Can I upgrade to Shibata?
Yes. The AT-VMN50xSH provides a nude Shibata stylus with Boron cantilever.
Can I use the Special Line Contact stylus?
Yes. The AT-VMN60xSL is the Special Line Contact option within the stereo VMx stylus family.
Will older Audio-Technica VM Series styli fit?
Audio-Technica states that VMx and previous VM Series cartridges share the same body design and are compatible with almost any corresponding stereo AT-VMNx or VMN stylus. Dedicated mono models are excluded.
What is the difference between AT-VM510xCB and AT-VM520xEB?
The core generator specifications are effectively the same, but the 510 uses a bonded conical stylus while the 520 uses a finer bonded elliptical profile.
What is the difference between AT-VM520xEB and AT-VM530xEN?
Both use 0.3 x 0.7mil elliptical geometry, but the 520 uses a bonded diamond while the 530 uses a lighter nude diamond. The 530 also has wider specified frequency response and slightly greater channel separation.
What headshell comes with the /H version?
The AT-VM520xEB/H is supplied on Audio-Technica's AT-LT10 universal aluminium headshell.
Is it the same headshell as the VM95/H cartridges?
No. The current VMx headshell combination uses the newer AT-LT10 rather than the AT-HS6 used on many VM95 headshell combinations.
How much does the headshell combination weigh?
The complete AT-VM520xEB/H assembly weighs 18.3g.
Does pre-mounted mean it is aligned for my turntable?
Not necessarily. Cartridge position and overhang should still be checked for your specific tonearm after the headshell is installed.
Can Audio T fit and align the AT-VM520xEB?
Yes. Contact your local Audio T store to discuss tonearm compatibility, professional cartridge fitting, alignment, tracking force and future VMx stylus upgrades.
Related Audio-Technica Products
Why Buy From Audio T?
- Turntable and cartridge matching
- VMx stylus upgrade advice
- Replacement stylus guidance
- Previous VM Series compatibility advice
- Headshell compatibility checks
- Moving-magnet phono-stage matching
- Load capacitance guidance
- Professional cartridge fitting
- Precision cartridge alignment
- Tracking-force setup
- Bias and anti-skate adjustment
- Tonearm compatibility checks
- Stylus-care advice
- Turntable setup and optimisation
- Part-exchange options
- Ongoing after-sales support
Contact your local Audio T store if you are unsure whether you need the complete AT-VM520xEB cartridge, AT-VMN20xEB replacement stylus or AT-VM520xEB/H headshell version, or if you would like advice on upgrading an existing Audio-Technica VM or VMx cartridge.