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Audio Technica AT-VM520xEB Dual Moving Magnet Phono Cartridge with Bonded Elliptical Stylus Navy/Black
- 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
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Learn more about the Audio-Technica AT-VM520XEB
| Brand | Audio-Technica |
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| Model | AT-VM520XEB |
| Color | Black / Blue |
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| Accessory Type | Cartridges & Needles |
| 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-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 Centre 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 |
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| Dimension | 0.39" x 0.31" x 0.20" |
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| Weight | 0.25 oz. |
| First Listed on Newegg | July 01, 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 is a dual moving magnet phono cartridge with a bonded elliptical stylus, designed for vinyl listeners seeking detailed stereo playback and compatible turntables that accept a 1/2-inch cartridge.
Recommended For
- Vinyl listeners who want rock and pop to sound lively and forward: a review found the AT-VM520xEB combines an energetic vocal presentation with clear, driving backing, and described its jazz playback as lively and brisk.
- Turntable owners replacing a basic cartridge who want a step up in groove detail without moving to a more advanced stylus profile: the bonded elliptical stylus was judged more resolving than the range’s conical option, while retaining a lively presentation.
- Stereo-vinyl owners with a compatible turntable and moving-magnet phono input who want a standard-output cartridge: Audio-Technica specifies 5.0 mV output and a 47 kΩ recommended load.
- Listeners who want to replace the stylus later rather than replace the whole cartridge: Audio-Technica lists a dedicated replacement stylus and compatible VMx-series stylus options.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
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| Best For | Vinyl playback on turntables with a 1/2-inch cartridge headshell, with compatible AT-VMx replacement-stylus options (excluding mono models) |
| Stylus And Cartridge Construction | Dual moving magnet design with a 0.3 × 0.7 mil bonded elliptical stylus, aluminum pipe cantilever, low-resonance polymer housing, paratoroidal PCUHD coils, and a center shield plate to reduce crosstalk |
| Tracking And Compliance | Tracking force of 1.8–2.2 g (2.0 g standard), 20° vertical tracking angle, static compliance of 23 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne, and dynamic compliance of 7 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne at 100 Hz |
| Audio Output And Electrical Characteristics | 5.0 mV output at 1 kHz and 5 cm/sec, 20–20,000 Hz frequency response, 24 dB channel separation and 1.5 dB output balance at 1 kHz; 47 kΩ recommended load, 3.2 kΩ coil impedance, 750 Ω DC resistance, and 480 mH coil inductance at 1 kHz |
| Installation And Compatibility | Threaded inserts support mounting, including on integrated tonearms; compatible with 1/2-inch cartridge headshells and most AT-VMx replacement styli, excluding mono models. A V-cut in the flip-up stylus protector indicates stylus position |
| Color And Dimensions | Black and blue; 0.39 × 0.31 × 0.20 in; 0.25 oz |
| Model Identifiers | Audio-Technica AT-VM520XEB |