Ortofon - 2M Premounted MM Phono Cartridge - Bronze

The AT-VM740xML/H combo kit includes the AT-VM740xML microlinear dual moving magnet cartridge premounted on the AT-LT10 universal 1/2"-mount headshell. The AT-VM740xML is part of the updated AT-VMx series which introduces material and design changes to further refine the VM sound offering responsive playback that is especially sensitive to the dynamism of musical expression.FeaturesAT-VM740xML Dual Moving Magnet CartridgeMicrolinear StylusParatoroidal Coils Improve Channel Separation Channel Balance and Transient ResponseCenter Shield Plate Reduces CrosstalkDurable Low-Resonance Polymer HousingAluminum CantileverCompatible with Any Turntable Headshell That Accepts 1/2” CartridgesAT-LT10 Universal ½”-Mount HeadshellFor 4-Pin Turntable Cartridges with or Without Threaded InsertsUltra-Lightweight Aluminum Die-Cast Body Keeps Vibration to the Bare MinimumElongated Through Holes Enable Precise Cartridge Positioning and Overhang AdjustmentOFC (Oxygen-Free Copper) Lead Wires for Exceptional Sound QualitySlip-Resistant Finger Lift Allows Stylus to Be Placed Precisely on the RecordIncludes Mounting ScrewsWhat's in the BoxAT-VM740xML/H VMx Headshell & Microlinear Dual MM Cartridge Combo KitInstallation HardwareManualSpecificationsType: VMFrequency response: 20 to 25000 HzOutput voltage: 3.2 mV (1 kHz 5 cm/sec.)Channel separation: 25 dB (1 kHz)Output balance: 1.0 dB (1 kHz)Tracking force: 1.8 to 2.2 g (2.0 g standard)Coil impedance: 3.2 k ohms (1 kHz)DC resistance: 750 ohmsRecommended load impedance: 47 k ohmsRecommended load capacitance: 150 to 250 pFCoil inductance: 480 mH (1 kHz)Static compliance: 20 × 10?6 cm/dyneDynamic compliance: 7 × 10?6 cm/dyne (100 Hz)Stylus: Nude MicrolinearStylus curvature radius: 2.2 × 0.12 milCantilever: Aluminum tapered pipeVertical tracking angle: 20°Dimensions: 2.7” × 0.73” × 0.85”Weight: 20.3 g (0.72 oz)Replacement stylus (sold separately): AT-VMN40xML

The 2M Series of cartridges is designed for precise and accurate retrieval of the information in the record groove. Ortofon's philosophy is to play the record sound as accurate as possible without coloring the sound.The name 2M was selected from several ideas. Ortofon wanted a modern name that would be easy to pronounce and remember and therefore an alphanumerical name was chosen. 2M means MM which is the abbreviation for moving magnet. The 2M series of cartridges features Ortofon’s trademark split pole pins an invention that enables moving magnet cartridges to have a flat frequency response as with a moving coil cartridge. Split pole pins were invented by Ortofon and were originally presented in the 500 series and Super OM series.   We have optimized the design for ease of mounting the cartridge and the weight and size to fit the most common turntables on the market today. The 2M Series provides excellent compatibility when used in an assortment of playback systems and with a wide variety of phono preamps.2M Blue Series Features:an improved engine which provides an increased output of 5.5mVNude Elliptical diamond and split pole pins with a copper wire2M Blue Series Specifications:Output voltage at 1000 Hz 5cm/sec: 5mVChannel balance at 1kHz: 15 dBChannel separation at 1 kHz: 25 dBChannel separation at 15 kHz: 15 dBFrequency range at - 3 dB: 20-25.000 HzFrequency response: 20-20.000 + 2 / - 1 dBTracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force: 80 micrometersCompliance dynamic lateral: 20 micrometers/mNStylus type: Nude EllipticalStylus tip radius: r/R 8/18 micrometersTracking force range: 16-20g (16-20 mN)Tracking force recommended: 18 g (18 mN)Tracking angle: 20 degreesInternal impedance DC resistance: 13 kOhmInternal inductance: 700 mHRecommended load resistance: 47 kOhmRecommended load capacitance: 150-300 pFCartridge colour body/stylus: Black/BlueCartridge weight: 72gReplacement stylus unit: 2M Blue (interchangeable with 2M

This VM95 Series cartridge with 2.2 x 0.12 mil Microlinear stylus fits half-inch mount turntables. The cartridge offers excellent channel separation and low distortion for outstanding tonal quality. The durable, low-resonance housing includes threaded inserts that enable the cartridge to be mounted to the headshell with just two screws – no nuts required. And since all VM95 Series share the same body, the stylus can be replaced with any of the six interchangeable AT-VMN95 replacement styli. VM Series dual magnet cartridge with 2.2 x 0.12 mil Microlinear stylus. Aluminum cantilever. 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.