Gift Ideas for Vinyl Lovers 15 Items

Enter the Exclusive world of Ortofon’s famous moving coil sound!
The Quintet Red is a perfect introduction to the world of Ortofon moving coils.
It features an Elliptical diamond which is cut and polished to Ortofon’s standards.

This entry-level MC cartridge has very high price-to-performance ratio and is a perfect all-rounder for the newcomers to the world of Moving Coil cartridges.

MC Quintet Red is an all-purpose cartridge that delivers open, dynamic sound with a slight touch of warmth.

The ST-7 transformer is a perfect match for the MC Quintet Red cartridge.

LH-4000 headshell is specially recommended for MC Quintet cartridges series.

MC Quintet Red Technical data:
• Output voltage at 1 kHz 5 cm/sec - 0.5 mV
• Channel balance - < 1.5 dB
• Channel separation at 1 kHz - > 21 dB
• Channel separation at 15 kHz - > 14 dB
• Frequency response 20-20.000 Hz - +/-2.5 dB
• Tracking ability at 315 Hz at recommended tracking force *) - 65 μm
• Compliance, dynamic, lateral - 15 μm/mN
• Stylus type - Elliptical
• Stylus tip radius - r/R 8/18 μm
• Tracking force range - 2.1-2.5 g (21-25 mN)
• Tracking force recommended - 2.3 g (23 mN)
• Tracking angle - 20º
• Internal impedance, DC resistance - 7 Ohm
• Recommended load impedance - >20 Ohm
• Cartridge body material - ABS/Aluminium
• Coil wire material - Copper
• Cartridge colour - Red
• Cartridge weight - 9 g
*) Typical value

Compatibility with Rega brand TT/TA:
REGA brand cartridges’ height from stylus tip to the top cartridge mounting surface is lower than standard. Therefore you would need spacers to ensure the correct set-up of the Ortofon cartridge.
Adjusting the height of your Rega tonearm is easy with Acoustic Signature's Spacer Set. It allows you to adjust the height from 0.5 mm to 3.5 mm in precise steps of 0.5 mm - without removing the tone arm. Simply loosen the screws, insert the AS-spacer, then lock the screws back down, and you're tonearm is ready to play.
3.2 - 4 mm spacers should be enough for Quintet cartridge.

Ease of use
Top-mounting of the Quintet cartridges is easy and secure using the screws supplied. The aluminuim frame has threaded mounting holes and is fitted easily with the 5mm or 7mm screws depending on the thickness of the headshell.

The Quintet series’ right angles, straight lines, stylus visibility and ample distance between the record surface and the cartridge’s bottom will make it easy to mount and align the cartridge and tonearm correctly. The Quintet Series gives excellent results with most common tonearms.

The 2M Series is developed in conjunction with the Danish Industrial designer Møller Jensen Design – the same designer who designed the award winning MC Jubilee and Kontrapunkt series. Inspired by the facets of a diamond, whose contours gracefully trace the grooves on a record’s surface, the 2M’s handsome elegance establishes a great combination of form and functionality.

The name 2M was selected from among several ideas. We wanted a modern name that would be easy to pronounce and remember, and therefore an alphanumerical name was chosen. 2M means MM, which is the abbreviation for moving magnet.

Of course the 2M isn’t just another pretty face. It has been engineered to the highest standards and is congruent with Ortofon’s unrelenting commitment to providing the most precise and accurate reproduction possible without coloration.

The 2M series of cartridges features Ortofon’s trademark split pole pins, an invention that enables moving magnet cartridges to have a flat frequency response, as with a moving coil cartridge. Split pole pins were invented by Ortofon, and were originally presented in the 500 series and Super OM series.

We have optimized the design for ease of mounting the cartridge, and the weight and size to fit the most common turntables on the market today. The 2M Series provides excellent compatibility when used in an assortment of playback systems and with a wide variety of phono preamps.

2M Bronze features:

The 2M Bronze features a Nude Fine Line diamond, which is particularly suited for demanding applications. The slim profile of the Fine Line stylus will track even the highest frequency information, making it a must for discerning listeners. Additionally, its larger footprint ensures reduced distortion and record wear.

The cartridge body is manufactured from Hopelex, a material which ensures high rigidity while eliminating unwanted resonances. The 2M Bronze uses a special upgraded engine, featuring split pole pins with a silver plated copper wire.

Output voltage at 1000 Hz, 5cm/sec. - 5 mV
Channel balance at 1 kHz - 1 dB
Channel separation at 1 kHz - 26 dB
Channel separation at 15 kHz - 15 dB
Frequency response - 20-20.000 + 2 / - 0 dB
Tracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force - 80 µm
Compliance, dynamic, lateral - 22 µm/mN
Stylus type - Nude Fine Line
Stylus tip radius - r/R 8/40 µm
Tracking force range - 1.4-1.7 g (14-17 mN)
Tracking force, recommended - 1.5 g (15 mN)
Tracking angle - 20°
Internal impedance, DC resistance - 1.2 kOhm
Internal inductance - 630 mH
Recommended load resistance - 47 kOhm
Recommended load capacitance - 150-300 pF
Cartridge colour, body/stylus - Black/Bronze
Cartridge weight - 7.2 g
Replacement stylus unit - 2M Bronze (interchangeable with 2M Black and 2M Black LVB 250)

Each of the 2M Series cartridges has its own individual sonic expression, and all five models together represent the ensemble of five classic variations:

• 2M Mono SE, 2M Mono and 2M 78 are a true mono cartridges for playing mono vinyl records
• 2M Red is an all-purpose cartridge that delivers open, dynamic sound with a slight touch of warmth
• 2M Blue adds more dynamics and resolution, sounds more open and reproduces more details
• 2M Bronze adds even more details and resolution but in a very evenhanded way that pays respect to all elements
• 2M Black is the best of everything, true to the groove with resolution and accurate insight into each recording

The 2M Series is developed in conjunction with the Danish Industrial designer Møller Jensen Design – the same designer who designed the award winning MC Jubilee and Kontrapunkt series. Inspired by the facets of a diamond, whose contours gracefully trace the grooves on a record’s surface, the 2M’s handsome elegance establishes a great combination of form and functionality.

The name 2M was selected from among several ideas. We wanted a modern name that would be easy to pronounce and remember, and therefore an alphanumerical name was chosen. 2M means MM, which is the abbreviation for moving magnet.

Of course the 2M isn’t just another pretty face. It has been engineered to the highest standards and is congruent with Ortofon’s unrelenting commitment to providing the most precise and accurate reproduction possible without coloration.

The 2M series of cartridges features Ortofon’s trademark split pole pins, an invention that enables moving magnet cartridges to have a flat frequency response, as with a moving coil cartridge. Split pole pins were invented by Ortofon, and were originally presented in the 500 series and Super OM series.

We have optimized the design for ease of mounting the cartridge, and the weight and size to fit the most common turntables on the market today. The 2M Series provides excellent compatibility when used in an assortment of playback systems and with a wide variety of phono preamps.

2M Bronze features:

The 2M Bronze features a Nude Fine Line diamond, which is particularly suited for demanding applications. The slim profile of the Fine Line stylus will track even the highest frequency information, making it a must for discerning listeners. Additionally, its larger footprint ensures reduced distortion and record wear.

The cartridge body is manufactured from Hopelex, a material which ensures high rigidity while eliminating unwanted resonances. The 2M Bronze uses a special upgraded engine, featuring split pole pins with a silver plated copper wire.

Output voltage at 1000 Hz, 5cm/sec. - 5 mV
Channel balance at 1 kHz - 1 dB
Channel separation at 1 kHz - 26 dB
Channel separation at 15 kHz - 15 dB
Frequency response - 20-20.000 + 2 / - 0 dB
Tracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force - 80 µm
Compliance, dynamic, lateral - 22 µm/mN
Stylus type - Nude Fine Line
Stylus tip radius - r/R 8/40 µm
Tracking force range - 1.4-1.7 g (14-17 mN)
Tracking force, recommended - 1.5 g (15 mN)
Tracking angle - 20°
Internal impedance, DC resistance - 1.2 kOhm
Internal inductance - 630 mH
Recommended load resistance - 47 kOhm
Recommended load capacitance - 150-300 pF
Cartridge colour, body/stylus - Black/Bronze
Cartridge weight - 7.2 g
Replacement stylus unit - 2M Bronze (interchangeable with 2M Black and 2M Black LVB 250)

Each of the 2M Series cartridges has its own individual sonic expression, and all five models together represent the ensemble of five classic variations:

• 2M Mono SE, 2M Mono and 2M 78 are a true mono cartridges for playing mono vinyl records
• 2M Red is an all-purpose cartridge that delivers open, dynamic sound with a slight touch of warmth
• 2M Blue adds more dynamics and resolution, sounds more open and reproduces more details
• 2M Bronze adds even more details and resolution but in a very evenhanded way that pays respect to all elements
• 2M Black is the best of everything, true to the groove with resolution and accurate insight into each recording

rtofon DS-3 - a high precision digital stylus pressure gauge
DS-3 is a new lightweight compact digital stylus pressure gauge model. The DS-3 is a miniature ultra precision non-magnetic instrument that tunes your tonearm to the highest possible degree. The DS-3 scale is factory pre-calibrated for high accuracy measurements with the tolerance of +/-0.01 g.

How to use the DS-3
• Turn on the device by pressing ON button. The display will show 0000.
• Press the UNIT button to select the measurement unit. The default setting is gram/g.
• Place the stylus on the measurement plate on the right side of the device. Display will start blinking. It will stop blinking when the measurement is completed. The value displayed on the screen is the stylus pressure.
• The display screen will automatically dim to saving mode after 5 seconds of inactivity and turn off after 60 seconds of inactivity.
• When a battery runs out, a LO indicator will flash on the screen. Then replace both batteries.
• PCS button balances count by calculating the average weight of one piece-weight called a unit weight, then applying it to the total weight of what you are trying to count. Firstly, weigh one PC, then weigh the bundle, then push the PCS button and on the display you’ll get a number of PCS.

Technical data and precautions
Sensitivity - 0.01g
Operational weight range - 0.1g to 200g
Battery - 2 × AAA
Size - (L) 120mm × (W) 60mm × (H) 17mm
Weight - 70g
LCD screen with back lighting
Auto off function
Protect the device against high temperatures, dust and humidity
Carefully lower the measurement object on the measurement plate
Operating temperature range +10⁰ - +30⁰C
Do not place objects weighting more than 200 g on the measurement plate
Do not place the device on an uneven surface, it may result in not accurate measurements

Goldring E3

The Goldring philosophy is to promote the accurate replication of the original record production, maintaining the creative nuances, musicality and rhythm the artist intended you to hear. With the versatile E Series, this is easy to achieve; each is designed to be simple to fit to the majority of budget to medium priced turntables.

The E3 cartridge, representing the top of the range features the same aluminium cantilever as the E2, but benefits from a superior, bonded, super-elliptical (0.3 x 0.7 mil) stylus. This gives it better high frequency detail retrieval over ordinary elliptical (0.4 x 0.7 mil) or spherical (0.6 mil) types due to its smaller front-to-back radius. The main effect is the reduction of sibilance, especially in high level vocal recordings

Magnetic Duplex Technology™
All cartridges in the range feature Magnetic Duplex Technology™-a 'dual magnet' generator assembly with an identical geometry to that of the original cutting head. This means it can more accurately reproduce the stereo information in the record groove, providing better channel separation and a more involving and musical sound stage.

Expert Adjustment
The E-series cartridges have been designed to allow micro-adjustments to be made during production using a special adjustment screw. This means the cartridge can be safely installed in a typical turntable because the angle that the stylus makes with the record surface has been pre-set. The result is an optimised channel balance with zero degrees of horizontal tracking adjustment required. This ensures a consistent and reassuring performance for the life of the product.

Stylus/Cantilever
Featuring spherical styli with a choice of cantilevers, the E1 and E2 models are ideal as an upgrade to any budget, pre-fitted or obsolete cartridge. The E3 model with its re­fined super elliptical stylus is a worthwhile upgrade for those wishing to squeeze even more information and detail from the record groove.

• Colour: Violet
• Cantilever: Aluminium
• Stylus profile: Elliptical
• Stylus radius: 0.3 x 0.7 mil
• Frequency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Channel balance: 1.5 dB at 1 kHz
• Channel separation: >20 dB at 1 kHz
• Sensitivity: 3.5 mV (1 kHz @ 5 cm/sec)
• Static compliance: 20 mm/N
• Vertical tracking angle: 20°
• Load resistance: 47 kΩ
• Load capacitance: 100 - 200 pF
• Internal inductance: 400 mH
• Internal resistance: 410 Ω
• Cartridge mass: 6.9 g
• Fixing centres: 12.7 mm (0.5 in)
• Playing weight: 1.5 g - 2.5 g (2.0 g recommended)

Goldring E2

The Goldring philosophy is to promote the accurate replication of the original record production, maintaining the creative nuances, musicality and rhythm the artist intended you to hear. With the versatile E Series, this is easy to achieve; each is designed to be simple to fit to the majority of budget to medium priced turntables.

The E2 cartridge, the middle in the range, features the same spherical stylus profile as the E1 but with the additional benefit of an upgraded aluminium cantilever. This is both stiff and light weight allowing the stylus to more accurately trace medium to high frequencies offering more detail and reducing distortion and mis-tracking during loud passages.

Magnetic Duplex Technology™
All cartridges in the range feature Magnetic Duplex Technology™-a 'dual magnet' generator assembly with an identical geometry to that of the original cutting head. This means it can more accurately reproduce the stereo information in the record groove, providing better channel separation and a more involving and musical sound stage.

Expert Adjustment
The E-series cartridges have been designed to allow micro-adjustments to be made during production using a special adjustment screw. This means the cartridge can be safely installed in a typical turntable because the angle that the stylus makes with the record surface has been pre-set. The result is an optimised channel balance with zero degrees of horizontal tracking adjustment required. This ensures a consistent and reassuring performance for the life of the product.

Stylus/Cantilever
Featuring spherical styli with a choice of cantilevers, the E1 and E2 models are ideal as an upgrade to any budget, pre-fitted or obsolete cartridge. The E3 model with its re­fined super elliptical stylus is a worthwhile upgrade for those wishing to squeeze even more information and detail from the record groove.

• Colour: Green
• Cantilever: Aluminium
• Stylus profile: Spherical
• Stylus radius: 0.6 mil
• Frequency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Channel balance: 1.5 dB at 1 kHz
• Channel separation: >20 dB at 1 kHz
• Sensitivity: 3.5 mV (1 kHz @ 5 cm/sec)
• Static compliance: 20 mm/N
• Vertical tracking angle: 20°
• Load resistance: 47 kΩ
• Load capacitance: 100 - 200 pF
• Internal inductance: 400 mH
• Internal resistance: 410 Ω
• Cartridge mass: 6.9 g
• Fixing centres: 12.7 mm (0.5 in)
• Playing weight: 1.5 g - 2.5 g (2.0 g recommended)

Der AT-VM95SH besitzt eine nackte
Shibata-Nadel – hochgeschätzt
insbesondere für audiophile HighendAnwendungen.
Der Shibata-Schliff ermöglicht satte,
volle Bässe und Mitten und einen
Frequenzgang bis 25.000 Hz.

AT-VM95SH
VM95 SERIES SHIBATA STEREO CARTRIDGE
The AT-VM95SH, features a Nude Shibata stylus, one of the most acclaimed stylus format by high end audiophiles. The Shibata stylus produces mid and bass sounds strong and rich in addition to offer a frequency response up to 25,000 Hz.

Aluminium cantilever
3.5mV output voltage
Compatible body with all VM95 Series stylus assemblies
20 to 25,000Hz frequency response

VM95 SERIES - STYLI COMPATIBILITY
Every cartridge diamond stylus becomes worn after a period of play.

Around 500 hours for a conical stylus, 300 hours for an Elliptical stylus, 1000 hours for a Microlinear stylus, and 800 hours for a Shibata stylus.

Our VM95 Series dual moving magnet cartridges can be used almost forever by replacing the interchangeable stylus. It is no longer necessary to purchase a complete cartridge when your diamond is worn out, you can simply buy the matching replacement stylus, but also enjoy the experience of upgrading your cartridge with a different stylus.

The six models of VM95 Series cartridges all use the same electromagnetic engine-body, therefore each of the six replacement styli are perfectly compatible.

AT-VM9E SERIES COMPATIBILITY WITH THE AT-XP SERIES DJ CARTRIDGES
The electromagnetic engine-body of XP-Series, is fully compatible with all replacement styli of VM95 Series and will deliver more output voltage than VM95 Series cartridge. So providing improved compatibility with phono inputs of Professional DJ Mixers.
VM95 Series electromagnetic engine-body is also compatible with the three replacement styli of the DJ cartridge AT-XP Series, nevertheless, the electromagnetic engine-body of XP-Series, will deliver more output voltage than VM95 Series cartridge in order to provide better compatibility with phono inputs of Professional DJ Mixers.
Note that typical tracking force when using XP Series styli is three grams as opposed to two grams for VM95 Series styli.
The suspension design and compliance of XP-Series styli have been optimized for intensive DJ’ing, including possible manual cueing and back-cueing.
The VM95 Series suspension design and compliances of VM95 Series have been designed for optimum audiophile reproduction.

SHIBATA STYLUS
Provides a beautiful mid-high range Shibata-signature sound and strong mid-range volume.

NO USE OF NUTS
VM95 Series cartridges features two M2.6 threaded inserts allowing the installation of the cartridge onto tonearm or removable headshell without the use of nuts.Each cartridge is provided with one pair of 8mm M2.6 screws, one pair of 11mm M2.6 screws and two plastic washers.

Model AT-VM95SH
Typ VM Stereo Dual Magnet
Befestigung 1/2” centres
Frequenzbereich 20 - 25,000 Hz
Kanaltrennung 23 dB (1 kHz)
Kanalbalance am Ausgang 1.5 dB (1 kHz)
Ausgangsleistung 3.5 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)
Vertikaler Abtastwinkel 23°
Vertikaler Auflagekraftbereich 1.8 - 2.2g (standard 2.0 g)
Nadelschliff Microlinear
Nadelabmessungen 2.7 x 0.26mil
Schaftform der Nadel Nude Square Shank
Nadelträger Aluminium Pipe
Spulenimpedanz 3.3 kΩ (1 kHz)
Spuleninduktivität 550 mH (1 kHz)
DC Widerstand 485 Ω
Statische Nadelnachgiebigkeit 20 x 10 – 6 cm / dyne
Dynamische Nadelnachgiebigkeit 10 x 10 – 6 cm / dyne (100 Hz)
Spulendraht T.P. Copper
Empfohlene Lastimpedanz 47,000 Ω
Empfohlene Lastkapazität 100-200 pF
Gewicht 6.1g
Abmessungen 17.2 x 18.9 x 28.3 ( H x W x D mm)
Ersatznadel AT-VMN95SH
Beiliegendes Zubehör Two 11 mm installation screws;
Two 8 mm installation screws;
Two washers
Non-magnetic screwdriver

Der AT-VM95ML ist mit einem nackten
Microlinear-Diamanten ausgestattet, der
durch seinen speziellen Schliff und die für
Line-Contact-Nadeln typischen
geringeren Verzerrungen am Plattenende
(innere Rillen) eine doppelt so hohe
Lebensdauer gewährleistet und sich
zugleich durch einen erweiterten
Frequenzgang und eine bessere
Auflösung der mittleren und hohen
Frequenzen auszeichnet.

AT-VM95C/H
VM95 SERIES MICROLINEAR STEREO CARTRIDGE ON AT-HS6 HEADSHELL
AT-VM95ML mounted on AT-HS6BK headshell
The total set weight is 15.5g
Assembled and tested in the Audio-Technica Factory in Fukui-Japan

AT-VM95ML
VM95 SERIES MICROLINEAR STEREO CARTRIDGE
The AT-VM95ML, features a Nude Microlinear diamond, not only the Microlinear stylus will permit to double the duration of your stylus. The performance of a line contact stylus, will minimize the “inner groove distortion” as well as providing extended frequency response and maximize resolution in the medium and high frequencies of the audio program material.

material. Aluminium cantilever
3.5mV output voltage
Compatible body with all VM95 Series stylus assemblies
20 to 25,000Hz frequency response

VM95 SERIES - STYLI COMPATIBILITY
Every cartridge diamond stylus becomes worn after a period of play.

Around 500 hours for a conical stylus, 300 hours for an Elliptical stylus, 1000 hours for a Microlinear stylus, and 800 hours for a Shibata stylus.

Our VM95 Series dual moving magnet cartridges can be used almost forever by replacing the interchangeable stylus. It is no longer necessary to purchase a complete cartridge when your diamond is worn out, you can simply buy the matching replacement stylus, but also enjoy the experience of upgrading your cartridge with a different stylus.

The six models of VM95 Series cartridges all use the same electromagnetic engine-body, therefore each of the six replacement styli are perfectly compatible.

AT-VM9E SERIES COMPATIBILITY WITH THE AT-XP SERIES DJ CARTRIDGES
The electromagnetic engine-body of XP-Series, is fully compatible with all replacement styli of VM95 Series and will deliver more output voltage than VM95 Series cartridge. So providing improved compatibility with phono inputs of Professional DJ Mixers.
VM95 Series electromagnetic engine-body is also compatible with the three replacement styli of the DJ cartridge AT-XP Series, nevertheless, the electromagnetic engine-body of XP-Series, will deliver more output voltage than VM95 Series cartridge in order to provide better compatibility with phono inputs of Professional DJ Mixers.
Note that typical tracking force when using XP Series styli is three grams as opposed to two grams for VM95 Series styli.
The suspension design and compliance of XP-Series styli have been optimized for intensive DJ’ing, including possible manual cueing and back-cueing.
The VM95 Series suspension design and compliances of VM95 Series have been designed for optimum audiophile reproduction.

MICROLINEAR STYLUS
Microlinear profile diamond stylus offers high frequency response with less wear and distortion than elliptical or conventional linear contact styli.

PREASSEMBLED WITH AT-HS6BK HEADSHELL
The AT-VM95C cartridge is fitted onto the 9g aluminium die cast body headshell

Model AT-VM95ML
Typ VM Stereo Dual Magnet
Befestigung 1/2” centres
Frequenzbereich 20 - 25,000 Hz
Kanaltrennung 23 dB (1 kHz)
Kanalbalance am Ausgang 1.5 dB (1 kHz)
Ausgangsleistung 3.5 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)
Vertikaler Abtastwinkel 23°
Vertikaler Auflagekraftbereich 1.8 - 2.2g (standard 2.0 g)
Nadelschliff Microlinear
Nadelabmessungen 2.2 x 0.12 mil
Schaftform der Nadel Nude Square Shank
Nadelträger Aluminium Pipe
Spulenimpedanz 3.3 kΩ (1 kHz)
Spuleninduktivität 550 mH (1 kHz)
DC Widerstand 485 Ω
Statische Nadelnachgiebigkeit 20 x 10 – 6 cm / dyne
Dynamische Nadelnachgiebigkeit 10 x 10 – 6 cm / dyne (100 Hz)
Spulendraht T.P. Copper
Empfohlene Lastimpedanz 47,000 Ω
Empfohlene Lastkapazität 100-200 pF
Gewicht 6.1g
Abmessungen 17.2 x 18.9 x 28.3 ( H x W x D mm)
Ersatznadel AT-VMN95ML
Beiliegendes Zubehör Two 11 mm installation screws;
Two 8 mm installation screws;
Two washers
Non-magnetic screwdriver

AT-VM95EN vormontiert auf Headshell AT-HS6BK
• Das Tonabnehmer-Set AT-VM95EN/H wird im Audio-Technica Werk in Fukui (Japan) vormontiert, getestet und verpackt.
Gesamtgewicht 15,5 g

Der AT-VM95EN besitzt eine nackte,
elliptische Diamantnadel mit Rundschaft,
die aus einem Stück geschliffen und
direkt in den Nadelträger eingesetzt
wird. Auf diese Weise lässt sich ein
leichteres, steiferes Übertragungssystem
realisieren als mit einer gefassten
Diamantnadel mit Titan-Rundschaft wie
beim AT-VM95E. Die nackte
Diamantnadel ist zwar um einiges
kostspieliger, bietet aber auch eine
hörbar bessere Audioqualität mit
besonders hoher Klangtreue bei der
Höhenwiedergabe und hervorragendem
Impulsverhalten.

Aluminium-Nadelträger
• Ausgangsspannung 3,5 mV
• Gehäuse kompatibel mit allen Abtastnadeln der Serie VM95
• Frequenzgang 20 bis 23.000 Hz

AT-VM95EN
VM95 SERIES ELLIPTICAL NUDE STEREO CARTRIDGE
The AT-VM95EN, features a Nude Elliptical Diamond. The construction of the stylus being a one piece diamond with a round shank inserted in the cantilever creates a lighter and more rigid transmission system than a diamond tip bonded on a round titanium shank such as in the AT-VM95E. Also the use of nude diamond implies a substantial difference in pricing, yet the quality of the reproduction will be immediately noticed, specifically in the fidelity of high frequencies and in the quality of the transient responses.

Aluminium cantilever
3.5mV output voltage
Compatible body with all VM95 Series stylus assemblies
20 to 23,000Hz frequency response

VM95 SERIES - STYLI COMPATIBILITY
Every cartridge diamond stylus becomes worn after a period of play.

Around 500 hours for a conical stylus, 300 hours for an Elliptical stylus, 1000 hours for a Microlinear stylus, and 800 hours for a Shibata stylus.

Our VM95 Series dual moving magnet cartridges can be used almost forever by replacing the interchangeable stylus. It is no longer necessary to purchase a complete cartridge when your diamond is worn out, you can simply buy the matching replacement stylus, but also enjoy the experience of upgrading your cartridge with a different stylus.

The six models of VM95 Series cartridges all use the same electromagnetic engine-body, therefore each of the six replacement styli are perfectly compatible.

AT-VM9E SERIES COMPATIBILITY WITH THE AT-XP SERIES DJ CARTRIDGES
The electromagnetic engine-body of XP-Series, is fully compatible with all replacement styli of VM95 Series and will deliver more output voltage than VM95 Series cartridge. So providing improved compatibility with phono inputs of Professional DJ Mixers.
VM95 Series electromagnetic engine-body is also compatible with the three replacement styli of the DJ cartridge AT-XP Series, nevertheless, the electromagnetic engine-body of XP-Series, will deliver more output voltage than VM95 Series cartridge in order to provide better compatibility with phono inputs of Professional DJ Mixers.
Note that typical tracking force when using XP Series styli is three grams as opposed to two grams for VM95 Series styli.
The suspension design and compliance of XP-Series styli have been optimized for intensive DJ’ing, including possible manual cueing and back-cueing.
The VM95 Series suspension design and compliances of VM95 Series have been designed for optimum audiophile reproduction.

ELLIPTICAL NUDE STYLUS
Elliptical diamond stylus follows the groove modulation with greater precision compared to a conical stylus, offering improved frequency and phase responses whilst reducing distortion.

PREASSEMBLED WITH AT-HS6BK HEADSHELL
The AT-VM95E cartridge is fitted onto the 9g aluminiumdie cast body headshell

Model AT-VM95EN
Typ VM Stereo Dual Magnet
Befestigung 1/2” centres
Frequenzbereich 20 - 23,000 Hz
Kanaltrennung 22 dB (1 kHz)
Kanalbalance am Ausgang 2.0 dB (1 kHz)
Ausgangsleistung 3.5 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)
Vertikaler Abtastwinkel 23°
Vertikaler Auflagekraftbereich 1.8 - 2.2g (standard 2.0 g)
Nadelschliff Elliptical
Nadelabmessungen 0.3 x 0.7 mil
Schaftform der Nadel Nude Round Shank
Nadelträger Aluminium Pipe
Spulenimpedanz 3.3 kΩ (1 kHz)
Spuleninduktivität 550 mH (1 kHz)
DC Widerstand 485 Ω
Statische Nadelnachgiebigkeit 20 x 10 – 6 cm / dyne
Dynamische Nadelnachgiebigkeit 7 x 10 – 6 cm / dyne (100 Hz)
Spulendraht T.P. Copper
Empfohlene Lastimpedanz 47,000 Ω
Empfohlene Lastkapazität 100-200 pF
Gewicht 6.1g
Abmessungen 17.2 x 18.9 x 28.3 ( H x W x D mm)
Ersatznadel AT-VMN95EN
Beiliegendes Zubehör Two 11 mm installation screws;
Two 8 mm installation screws;
Two washers
Non-magnetic screwdriver

AT617A - CARTRIDGE STYLUS CLEANER
- Specially formulated polyurethane gel removes dirt particles from stylus
- Gel remains tacky for years
- Surface is washable for repeated use

AT-MG10
10G MAGNESIUM BODY HEADSHELL
Threaded headshell avoiding in use of nuts when fitting cartridge
7 pairs of installation screws (3mm, 5mm, 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12 mm and 14mm)
Includes gold plated terminals quad wire

A 10g adjustable headshell manufactured from magnesium, complete with gold plated terminal quad wire. The AT-MG10 has an adjustable overhang, as well as internal headhsell threads to avoid the use of nuts when fitting cartridges.

AT-XP7
DUAL MOVING MAGNET STEREO CARTRIDGE

• Excellent Tracking ability
• Superior sound without compromise
• Durable robust design for high-quality DJ playback
• Great visibility of stylus tip for instant positioning
• VM dual magnet cartridge with elliptical bonded stylus

The AT-XP7 is specially designed for the needs of DJs. This cartridge features a highly-rigid polyphenylene sulfide (PPS)/glass fiber body and a tracking force of 2 to 4 grams. It also offers a powerful output level of 6.0 mV, and its 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical bonded stylus tracks the record groove with high accuracy for outstanding audio reproduction. Plus, the cartridge is specifically designed to provide maximum visibility of the stylus tip.

• Durable robust design for high-quality specialist DJ playback
• Cartridges designed for DJ venue applications for their Hi Fi audio Performance
• Great visibility of stylus tip for instant positioning in dark environments
• Audiophile experience associated with DJ’ing environment with the signal output level and output impedance characteristics adapted to DJ professional mixing boards
• VM dual magnet cartridge with 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical bonded stylus
• Tapered aluminium cantilever
• Stainless wire suspension enables expressive higher frequency for clearer sound
• High-rigidity and Low-resonance cartridge housing
• Replacement Stylus: ATN-XP7

Specifications:
• Type: VM Dual Magnet
• Frequency Response: 20 - 20,000 Hz
• Channel Separation: 22 dB at 1kHz
• Vertical Tracking Angle: 20°
• Vertical Tracking Force: 2.0 to 4.0 g (standard 3g)
• Stylus Construction: Bonded Round Shank
• Recommended Load Impedance: 47,000 ohms
• Coil Inductance: 1.0 H (1 kHz)
• Output Voltage: 6.0 mV (mV at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)
• Output Channel Balance: Output Channel Balance
• Stylus Shape: Elliptical
• Cantilever: Aluminium tapered Pipe
• Static Compliance: 20 x 10-6 cm/dyne
• Dynamic Compliance: 8.0x10-6cm/dyne (100Hz)
• Mounting: Half-inch
• Dimensions: H17.2×W17.8×D28.3mm
• Accessories Included: Cartridge installation slotted screws 11.0 mm (0.43”) x 2 and 8.0 mm (0.31”) x 2, Washer x 2, Round nut x 2, Non-magnetic screwdriver x 1
• Recommended Load Capacitance: 100-200 pF
• Replacement Stylus: ATN-XP7
• Stylus Size: 0.3 x 0.7 mil
• Weight: 6.2g

User Manual: https://eu.audio-technica.com/resources/AT-XP7_UM_112301360_V1_11L_web_171018.pdf

AT-XP5
DUAL MOVING MAGNET STEREO CARTRIDGE

• Excellent Tracking ability
• Superior sound without compromise
• Designed for DJ venue application for their Hi-Fi audio performance
• Durable robust design for high-quality DJ playback
• Great visibility of stylus tip for instant positioning
• Carbon ABS cantilever

The AT-XP5 is specially designed for the needs of DJs. This cartridge features a highly-rigid polyphenylene sulfide (PPS)/glass fiber body and a tracking force of 2 to 4 grams. It also offers a powerful output level of 5.5 mV, and its 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical bonded stylus tracks the record groove with high accuracy for outstanding audio reproduction. Plus, the cartridge is specifically designed to provide maximum visibility of the stylus tip.

• Durable design for high-quality specialist DJ playback
• Cartridges designed for DJ venue applications for their Hi Fi audio Performance
• VM dual magnet cartridge with 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical bonded stylus
• Audiophile experience associated with DJ’ing environment with the signal output level and output impedance characteristics adapted to DJ professional mixing boards
• Carbon ABS cantilever
• Great visibility of stylus tip for DJ use
• High-rigidity and Low-resonance cartridge housing
• Durable design for high-quality DJ playback
• Replacement Stylus: ATN-XP5

Specifications:
• Type: VM Dual Magnet
• Frequency Response: 20 - 18,000 Hz
• Channel Separation: 20 dB at 1kHz
• Vertical Tracking Angle: 20°
• Vertical Tracking Force: 2.0 to 4.0 g (standard 3g)
• Recommended Load Impedance: 47,000 ohms
• Coil Inductance: 1.0 H (1 kHz)
• Output Voltage: 5.5 mV (mV at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)
• Output Channel Balance: 2.0 dB
• Stylus Shape: Elliptical
• Cantilever: Carbon Fibre Reinforced ABS
• Static Compliance: 20 x 10-6 cm/dyne
• Dynamic Compliance: 6.0x10-6cm/dyne (100Hz)
• Mounting: Half-inch
• Dimensions: H17.2×W17.8×D28.3mm
• Accessories Included: Cartridge installation slotted screws 11.0 mm (0.43”) x 2 and 8.0 mm (0.31”) x 2, Washer x 2, Round nut x 2, Non-magnetic screwdriver x 1
• Recommended Load Capacitance: 100-200 pF
• Replacement Stylus: ATN-XP5
• Stylus Size: 0.3 x 0.7 mil
• Weight: 6.2g

Manual: https://eu.audio-technica.com/resources/AT-XP5_UM_112301370_V1_11L_web_171018.pdf

VMN20EB
REPLACEMENT STYLUS FOR VM520EB
Elliptical Bonded stylus
Bonded Round Shank construction
Blue

The 2M Series is developed in conjunction with the Danish Industrial designer Møller Jensen Design – the same designer who designed the award winning MC Jubilee and Kontrapunkt series. Inspired by the facets of a diamond, whose contours gracefully trace the grooves on a record’s surface, the 2M’s handsome elegance establishes a great combination of form and functionality.

The name 2M was selected from among several ideas. We wanted a modern name that would be easy to pronounce and remember, and therefore an alphanumerical name was chosen. 2M means MM, which is the abbreviation for moving magnet.

Of course the 2M isn’t just another pretty face. It has been engineered to the highest standards and is congruent with Ortofon’s unrelenting commitment to providing the most precise and accurate reproduction possible without coloration.

The 2M series of cartridges features Ortofon’s trademark split pole pins, an invention that enables moving magnet cartridges to have a flat frequency response, as with a moving coil cartridge. Split pole pins were invented by Ortofon, and were originally presented in the 500 series and Super OM series.

We have optimized the design for ease of mounting the cartridge, and the weight and size to fit the most common turntables on the market today. The 2M Series provides excellent compatibility when used in an assortment of playback systems and with a wide variety of phono preamps.

2M Blue features:

• an improved engine, which provides an increased output of 5.5mV and an optimized sound reproduction and a high level of sonic accuracy

• Nude Elliptical diamond and split pole pins with a copper wire

• The cartridge body is manufactured from Hopelex, an environment-friendly material which ensures high rigidity while eliminating unwanted resonances

2M Blue adds more dynamics and resolution, sounds more open and reproduces more details than 2M Red

Output voltage at 1000 Hz, 5cm/sec. - 5,5 mV
Channel balance at 1 kHz - 1,5 dB
Channel separation at 1 kHz - 25 dB
Channel separation at 15 kHz - 15 dB
Frequency range at - 3dB - 20-25.000 Hz
Frequency response - 20-20.000 Hz + 2 / - 1 dB
Tracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force - 80 µm
Compliance, dynamic, lateral - 20 µm/mN
Stylus type - Nude Elliptical
Stylus tip radius - r/R 8/18 µm
Tracking force range - 1,6-2,0g (16-20 mN)
Tracking force, recommended - 1,8 g (18 mN)
Tracking angle - 20°
Internal impedance, DC resistance - 1,3 kOhm
Internal inductance - 700 mH
Recommended load resistance - 47 kOhm
Recommended load capacitance - 150-300 pF
Cartridge colour, body/stylus - Black/Blue
Cartridge weight - 7,2 g
Replacement stylus unit - 2M Blue (interchangeable with 2M Red and 2M Silver)

Each of the 2M Series cartridges has its own individual sonic expression, and all five models together represent the ensemble of five classic variations:

• 2M Mono SE, 2M Mono and 2M 78 are a true mono cartridges for playing mono vinyl records
• 2M Red is an all-purpose cartridge that delivers open, dynamic sound with a slight touch of warmth
• 2M Blue adds more dynamics and resolution, sounds more open and reproduces more details
• 2M Bronze adds even more details and resolution but in a very evenhanded way that pays respect to all elements
• 2M Black is the best of everything, true to the groove with resolution and accurate insight into each recording