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Small black cartridge with silver stylus tip and threaded mounting holes

Audio-Technica

Audio-Technica AT-VM95C Dual Moving Magnet Cartridge 0.6 mil Conical Stylus

SKU CH-Y97E-XMQDV MPN AT-VM95C

Dual moving magnet cartridge with 0.6 mil conical stylus fits half-inch mount turntables, delivers 4.0 mV output, and allows stylus upgrades within the VM95 series

  • TypeTurntable
  • Accessory TypeCartridges & Needles
  • SpecificationVertical Tracking Angle: 23° Vertical Tracking Force: 1.8-2.
  • Channel18 (dB at 1 kHz)
  • Frequency Response20 - 20,000 Hz
  • FeatureVM95 Series dual magnet cartridge with 0.6 mil conical stylu
  • Fits standard half-inch mount turntables for easy installation
  • Special coil design produces 4.0 mV output for strong signal
  • 18 dB channel separation at 1 kHz ensures clear stereo imaging
  • Threaded inserts allow two-screw mounting without nuts for quick setup
  • Interchangeable with six AT-VMN95 replacement styli for future upgrades

VM95C cartridge with 0.6 mil conical stylus

The Audio-Technica AT-VM95C is a dual moving magnet cartridge designed for half-inch mount turntables. Its 0.6 mil conical stylus and aluminium cantilever track standard grooves reliably. A 4.0 mV output level reduces the gain required from the phono stage. Buyers needing finer groove retrieval for elliptical or microline profiles should choose a different VM95 model.

Moving magnet output and tracking constraints

The cartridge produces 4.0 mV at 1 kHz into the recommended 47,000 ohm load with 3.3 k ohm coil impedance. Vertical tracking force ranges from 1.8 to 2.2 g with a 2.0 g standard setting and a 23 degree vertical tracking angle. Channel separation is rated at 18 dB and frequency response spans 20 to 20,000 Hz. Systems requiring lower capacitance loading or higher compliance may not match these electrical characteristics.

Two-screw mounting and stylus interchangeability

Threaded inserts in the polymer housing allow direct mounting with the supplied 11 mm and 8 mm screws plus washers, eliminating separate nuts. All VM95 bodies share the same geometry so the stylus can be swapped for any of the six AT-VMN95 replacement types. Tonearms without adjustable VTA or azimuth may limit precise alignment of the 23 degree tracking angle.

Highlights

  • Fits standard half-inch mount turntables for easy installation
  • Special coil design produces 4.0 mV output for strong signal
  • 18 dB channel separation at 1 kHz ensures clear stereo imaging
  • Threaded inserts allow two-screw mounting without nuts for quick setup
  • Interchangeable with six AT-VMN95 replacement styli for future upgrades

Specifications

BrandAudio Technica
ModelATVM95C
TypeTurntable
Accessory TypeCartridges & Needles
SpecificationVertical Tracking Angle: 23°
Vertical Tracking Force: 1.8-2.2 g (2.0g standard)
Stylus Construction: Bonded round shank
Recommended Load Impedance: 47,000 ohms
Coil Impedance: 3.3 k ohms (1 kHz)
DC Resistance: 485 ohms
Coil Inductance: 550 mH (1 kHz)
Output Voltage: 4.0 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec.)
Output Channel Balance: 2.5 dB (1 kHz)
Stylus Shape: 0.6 mil conical
Cantilever: Aluminum pipe
Static Compliance: 17 x 10 - 6 cm / dyne
Dynamic Compliance: 6.5 x 10 - 6 cm / dyne (100 Hz)
Mounting: Half-inch
Recommended Load Capacitance: 100 to 200 pF
Type: VM Stereo Dual Magnet
Wire Used for Coi
Channel18 (dB at 1 kHz)
Frequency Response20 - 20,000 Hz
FeatureVM95 Series dual magnet cartridge with 0.6 mil conical stylus.
Aluminum cantilever.
Specially wound coils increase output voltage.
Durable low-resonance polymer housing.
Threaded inserts in cartridge body enable cartridge to be mounted to headshell with just two screws - no nuts required.
Compatible with any AT-VMN95 replacement stylus.
Dimension0.68" x 0.74" x 1.20"
Weight0.01 lb.
Package ContainsAccessories:
Two 11 mm installation screws
Two 8 mm installation screws
Two washers
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size108 × 76 × 32 mm

Questions about this item

Should I choose the AT-VM95C or another VM95 model for my half-inch mount turntable?

The AT-VM95C uses a 0.6 mil conical stylus and delivers 4.0 mV output. Other VM95 models offer elliptical, microlinear or Shibata styli for different tracking and tonal preferences.

What does the 4.0 mV output mean when I connect this cartridge to my phono stage?

At 4.0 mV the cartridge provides a strong signal for a moving magnet design, so most phono preamps will not need extra gain. Channel separation is 18 dB at 1 kHz.

Does the half-inch mount and 47,000 ohm load impedance limit which turntables or preamps I can use?

The cartridge fits standard half-inch mount headshells using the included 11 mm and 8 mm screws. Its recommended load is 47,000 ohms, matching virtually all MM phono inputs.

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