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Audio Technica AT-VM520xEB/H Dual Moving Magnet Headshell/Cartridge Combo Kit with Bonded Elliptical Stylus Blue
- Audio-Technica
- AT-VM520XEB/H
- Cartridges & Needles
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Learn more about the Audio-Technica AT-VM520XEB/H
| Brand | Audio-Technica |
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| Model | AT-VM520XEB/H |
| Accessory Type | Cartridges & Needles |
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| Specification | Frequency Response: 20 to 20,000 Hz Channel Separation: 24 dB (1 kHz) Vertical Tracking Angle: 20° Tracking Force: 1.8 to 2.2 g (2.0 g standard) Stylus Construction: Elliptical bonded Recommended Load Impedance: 47 k ohms Coil Impedance: 3.2 k ohms (1 kHz) DC Resistance: 750 ohms Coil Inductance: 480 mH (1 kHz) Output Voltage: 5.0 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec.) Output Balance: 1.5 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-VM520xEB Dual Moving Magnet Cartridge - AT-VMx dual moving magnet cartridge with 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical bonded stylus - 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical bonded stylus tracks the record groove with accuracy for outstanding audio reproduction - Paratoroidal coils improve generating efficiency for enhanced channel separation, channel balance, and transient response - PCUHD (Pure Copper Ultra High Drawability) coils - and fewer coil turns - deliver highly responsive, three-dimensional sound reproduction with excellent transient response - Center shield plate between the left and right channels reduces crosstalk for clear stereo sound - Threaded inserts make cartridge easier to mount, especially to integrated tonearms - V-cut in the flip-up stylus protector shows stylus position, serving as a guide for lowering the stylus onto a record - Durable low-resonance polymer housing - Aluminum cantilever - Compatible with any turntable headshell that accepts 1/2" cartridges - Compatible with most AT-VMx series replacement styli,* offering a wide choice of options for every budget and application *Excludes mono models AT-LT10 Universal Headshell - Universal 1/2"-mount headshell for 4-pin turntable cartridges with or without threaded inserts - Ultra-lightweight aluminum die-cast body keeps vibration to the bare minimum - Elongated through holes enable precise cartridge positioning and overhang adjustment - OFC (oxygen-free copper) lead wires for exceptional sound quality - Slip-resistant finger lift allows stylus to be placed precisely on the record - Includes mounting screws |
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| Dimension | 2.7" x 0.73" x 0.85" |
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| Weight | 0.65 oz. |
| First Listed on Newegg | July 02, 2026 |
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Warranty & Returns
Warranty, Returns, And Additional Information
Warranty
- Limited Warranty period (parts): 1 year
- Limited Warranty period (labor): 1 year
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Return Policies
- Return for refund until: January 31, 2027
- Return for replacement until: January 31, 2027
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The Audio-Technica AT-VM520xEB/H is a dual moving magnet cartridge and AT-LT10 headshell combo for vinyl listeners upgrading or replacing a cartridge on a turntable that accepts a standard 1/2-inch mount. Its bonded elliptical stylus and 5.0 mV output suit stereo record playback.
Recommended For
- Vinyl listeners upgrading a compatible standard 1/2-inch-mount turntable who want a bonded elliptical stylus rather than a basic conical tip; the review describes the VM520xEB as offering more precise groove tracing than the conical entry model.
- Owners of compatible turntables with a removable universal headshell who want the cartridge already mounted, reducing the separate cartridge-to-headshell installation step.
- Listeners building a stereo MM setup who want a conventional 5.0 mV-output cartridge for a phono input designed for moving-magnet cartridges.
- VMx-series owners who want to start with a bonded elliptical stylus and retain the option to change to other compatible VMx replacement stylus profiles later.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
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| Best For | Turntable playback with a 1/2-inch-mount cartridge setup, combining the AT-VM520xEB cartridge with a universal headshell |
| Cartridge And Stylus | Dual moving magnet cartridge with a 0.3 × 0.7 mil bonded elliptical stylus and aluminum pipe cantilever; compatible with most AT-VMx replacement styli, excluding mono models |
| Tracking And Compliance | 20° vertical tracking angle, 1.8–2.2 g tracking force (2.0 g standard), and static/dynamic compliance of 23 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne and 7 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne at 100 Hz |
| Audio Performance | 20–20,000 Hz frequency response, 24 dB channel separation at 1 kHz, 1.5 dB output balance at 1 kHz, and 5.0 mV output at 1 kHz and 5 cm/sec |
| Electrical Specifications | 47 kΩ recommended load impedance, 3.2 kΩ coil impedance, 750 Ω DC resistance, and 480 mH coil inductance, with impedance and inductance measured at 1 kHz |
| Mounting And Compatibility | Universal 1/2-inch-mount headshell for 4-pin cartridges, with threaded inserts and mounting screws; fits turntables that accept 1/2-inch cartridges |
| Headshell Design | Aluminum die-cast body, elongated mounting holes for cartridge positioning and overhang adjustment, OFC lead wires, and a slip-resistant finger lift |
| Physical Specifications | Headshell measures 2.7 × 0.73 × 0.85 inches and weighs 0.65 oz |
| Model Identifiers | Audio-Technica AT-VM520xEB/H |