Audio-Technica
Audio-Technica AT-VM610XMONO Mono Cartridge 0.6 mil Conical Bonded Stylus
Dual moving magnet cartridge with 0.6 mil conical bonded stylus for mono playback, 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz response and 2.0 g standard tracking force
- ColorBlue
- Accessory TypeCartridges & Needles
- SpecificationFrequency Response: 20 to 20,000 Hz Vertical Tracking Angle:
- FeatureAT-VMx dual moving magnet cartridge with 0.6 mil conical bon
- Dimension1.1" x 0.72" x 0.69"
- 6 mil conical bonded stylus tracks groove centre for reliable mono playback
- Dual moving magnet design with paratoroidal coils improves generating efficiency and transient response
- PCUHD pure copper coils with fewer turns deliver responsive three-dimensional sound reproduction
- Threaded inserts simplify mounting on integrated tonearms
- Frequency response 20 to 20000 Hz with 5.0 mV output at 1 kHz
Mono cartridge for archival playback
The AT-VM610XMONO is a dual moving magnet cartridge built for mono records. Its 0.6 mil conical bonded stylus tracks the centre of the groove for reliable performance on vintage pressings. The design suits archivists and broadcasters who need accurate single-channel reproduction without stereo crosstalk. Threaded inserts simplify mounting on integrated tonearms.
Frequency response and tracking headroom
Frequency response spans 20 to 20,000 Hz with a vertical tracking angle of 20°. Tracking force ranges from 1.8 to 2.2 g with a 2.0 g standard setting. The 0.6 mil stylus handles worn grooves well but cannot resolve the fine modulation that a finer elliptical or line-contact profile would retrieve on high-fidelity mono reissues. Output voltage is 5.0 mV at 1 kHz into a 47 k ohm load.
Coil technology and mounting convenience
Paratoroidal coils improve generating efficiency for enhanced transient response. PCUHD copper coils with fewer turns deliver highly responsive three-dimensional sound reproduction. The aluminium pipe cantilever provides a static compliance of 23 x 10-6 cm/dyne and dynamic compliance of 7 x 10-6 cm/dyne at 100 Hz. No headshell, screws or alignment protractor are bundled with the cartridge.
Highlights
- 6 mil conical bonded stylus tracks groove centre for reliable mono playback
- Dual moving magnet design with paratoroidal coils improves generating efficiency and transient response
- PCUHD pure copper coils with fewer turns deliver responsive three-dimensional sound reproduction
- Threaded inserts simplify mounting on integrated tonearms
- Frequency response 20 to 20000 Hz with 5.0 mV output at 1 kHz
Specifications
| Brand | Audio-Technica |
|---|---|
| Model | AT-VM610XMONO |
| Color | Blue |
| Accessory Type | Cartridges & Needles |
| Specification | Frequency Response: 20 to 20,000 Hz Vertical Tracking Angle: 20° Tracking Force: 1.8 to 2.2 g (2.0 g standard) Stylus Construction: Conical bonded Recommended Load Impedance: 47 k ohms Coil Impedance: 1.6 k ohms (1 kHz) DC Resistance: 375 ohms Coil Inductance: 240 mH (1 kHz) Output Voltage: 5.0 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec.) Horizontal/Vertical Output Ratio: 20 dB (1 kHz) Cantilever: Aluminum pipe Static Compliance: 23 x 10-6 cm/dyne Dynamic Compliance: 7 x 10-6 cm/dyne (100 Hz) |
| Feature | AT-VMx dual moving magnet cartridge with 0.6 mil conical bonded stylus 0.6 mil conical bonded stylus tracks the center of the record groove for reliable performance and excellent fidelity Paratoroidal coils improve generating efficiency for enhanced transient response PCUHD (Pure Copper Ultra High Drawability) coils - and fewer coil turns - deliver highly responsive, three-dimensional sound reproduction with excellent transient response Threaded inserts make cartridge easier to mount, especially to integrated tonearms V-cut in the flip-up stylus protector shows stylus position, servi |
| Dimension | 1.1" x 0.72" x 0.69" |
| Shipping weight | 0.11 kg |
| Package size | 43 × 26 × 19 mm |
Questions about this item
Will the 47 k ohm recommended load impedance match my older phono preamp?
The cartridge is designed for a 47 k ohm load impedance which is the standard for most moving magnet phono stages so it will work with older preamps expecting that value.
How can I confirm the AT-VM610XMONO is tracking correctly after installation?
Set the tracking force to the standard 2.0 g within the 1.8 to 2.2 g range then play a mono test record and verify clean output with minimal distortion at the 20 Hz to 20000 Hz frequency response.
Does the box include mounting hardware or do I need to buy screws separately?
The cartridge body has threaded inserts for easier mounting on integrated tonearms; mounting screws are not included and must be purchased separately.
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