Audio-Technica AT-VM95C/H Cartridge
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The Audio-Technica AT-VM95C/H is a convenient plug-and-play bundle pairing the VM95C dual moving magnet cartridge with the AT-HS4 headshell, pre-mounted and pre-wired for immediate installation on any standard half-inch tonearm. The conical bonded stylus delivers reliable, musical playback with a generous 4.0 mV output — compatible with virtually any MM phono stage. As part of the VM95 series, the stylus is user-swappable, allowing easy upgrades to elliptical, Shibata, or microlinear profiles without replacing the cartridge body.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Bundle Contents | AT-VM95C Cartridge + AT-HS4 Headshell (pre-mounted) |
| Transducer Type | Moving Magnet (MM) |
| Stylus | Conical (Bonded) |
| Stylus Tip Radius | 0.6 mil |
| Frequency Response | 20 – 20,000 Hz |
| Output Voltage | 4.0 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec) |
| Channel Separation | 23 dB (1 kHz) |
| Channel Balance | 2.0 dB (1 kHz) |
| Vertical Tracking Angle | 20° |
| Coil Impedance | 3.3 kΩ (1 kHz) |
| Coil Inductance | 450 mH (1 kHz) |
| DC Resistance | 485 Ω |
| Recommended Load Impedance | 47 kΩ |
| Recommended Load Capacitance | 100 – 200 pF |
| Tracking Force Range | 1.5 – 2.5 g |
| Recommended Tracking Force | 2.0 g |
| Cartridge Weight | 6.1 g |
| Headshell Weight (AT-HS4) | 7.0 g |
| Tonearm Compatibility | Standard ½-inch mount |
| MPN | AT-VM95C/H |
| UPC | 4961310145491 |
Caring for your Speakers and Amplifiers
To Keep your equipment safe these are some best practices to note. Please be advised that this is only to reduce the risk of misuse and is not an exhaustive list.
Speakers
- Speaker terminals are marked red and black, ensure your amplifier to the speakers are wired on the same colours
- Ensure no loose speaker wire from the red touches a loose wire from the black as this will lead to a short circuit and damage either the speaker, the amplifier or both.
- Not all speakers are designed to play at max volume, kindly consider the pairing of your amplifier and speakers
- Speaker cabinets cannot be replaced please handle with care.
AV & Stereo Amplifiers
- If your amplifier has HDMI ports, ensure all devices are off before plugging in the HDMI cable
- Turn off the amplifier before swoping out or adding speaker cable
- Amplifiers generate heat, place them in a well ventilated space. if possible avoid having anything on top of the unit.
- adding a surge protector can assist with power dips which are likely to damage your devices. Isotek and Furman are industry standard.
- Dusty environments can sometimes lead to accumulation of dust in the electronic components that might affect heat regulation
Shipping & Returns
- Free shipping on orders over R500 within the country.
- Standard delivery within 2–5 business days. Delays will be communicated. This might vary slightly depending on your location.
- Return items in original condition for a full refund. (unopened state)
- Returns that are open/unboxed will be subject to a handling fee. Refunds will only be processed after testing the unit.