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Audio-Technica VM520EB Dual Moving Magnet Elliptical Bonded Stereo Turntable Cartridge Purple

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  • Dual magnets match the left and right channels in a stereo record groove for outstanding channel separation and extended frequency response
  • 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical bonded stylus tracks the record groove with high accuracy for outstanding audio reproduction
  • Paratoroidal coils improve generating efficiency
  • Center shield plate between the left and right channels reduces crosstalk
  • Durable low-resonance polymer housing
  • Includes aluminum cantilever and mounting hardware

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Product details

  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4 x 2 x 3 inches; 0.23 ounces
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ VM520EB
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ October 31, 2016
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Audio-Technica
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01M27L6P5
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 428 ratings

What's in the box

  • Cartridge
  • Product Description

    The VM520EB is Part of the 500 Series in Audio-Technica's New VM cartridge line - a line that harks back to A-T's Early days as a manufacturer primarily of high-end phono cartridges while also incorporating today's advanced technology Like all VM cartridges the VM520EB is equipped with dual magnets that are positioned to match the left and right channels in the stereo record groove for outstanding channel separation and extended frequency response The cartridge's 0 3 x 0 7 mil elliptical bonded stylus tracks the record groove with high accuracy for outstanding audio reproduction Includes mounting hardware


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    Specifications
    • Type: VM
    • Frequency Response: 20 to 23,000Hz
    • Output Voltage: 4.5mV (1kHz, 5cm/sec.)
    • Channel Separation: 27dB (1kHz)
    • Output Balance: 1.5dB (1kHz)
    • Tracking Force: 1.8 to 2.2g (2.0g standard)

    Audio-Technica VM520EB

    Dual Moving Magnet Stereo Cartridge, Elliptical Bonded Stylus

    The VM520EB is part of the 500 Series in Audio-Technica’s new VM cartridge line – a line that harks back to A-T’s early days as a manufacturer primarily of high-end phono cartridges, while also incorporating today’s advanced technology. Like all VM cartridges, the VM520EB is equipped with dual magnets that are positioned to match the left and right channels in the stereo record groove for outstanding channel separation and extended frequency response.

    • VM dual magnet cartridge with 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical stylus
    • Aluminum cantilever
    • Paratoroidal coils improve generating efficiency
    • Center shield plate between the left and right channels reduces crosstalk
    • Durable low-resonance polymer housing

    A-T’s Dual Magnet Design Replicates the Structure of the Cutter Head

    Instead of using a single, large magnet, the two magnets are arranged in the shape of a 'V'. The two magnets are positioned precisely to match the positions of the left and right channels in the stereo groove walls. Consequently, the VM design ensures outstanding channel separation, extended frequency response and superb tracking.

    Elliptical Bonded Stylus

    Elliptical diamond stylus follows the groove modulation with greater precision compared to a conical stylus, offering improved frequency and phase responses whilst reducing distortion.

    500 Series

    Standard cartridge body fitted with the para-toroidal coils, center shield plate, and 6N-OFC coil wire which is the same as 700 series.

    Replacement & Upgrade Styli

    The cartridge becomes worn after an extended period of play, even the finest diamond stylus. Our VM cartridges can be used again for a long time only by replacing the stylus. Our renewed VM cartridges have 7 styli and 3 types of bodies. Not only it is not necessary to buy the cartridge itself, but also you experience the enjoyment of upgrade or various combination of VM cartridges.

    Trusted by Professionals

    Whether it’s on the boardroom table, the stage or in the studio, Audio-Technica products are trusted time and again by industry professionals looking for reliable, lovingly developed audio products for all budgets.

    It’s Audio-Technica’s commitment to innovation, meticulous design that ensure professionals turn to us to provide solutions in conferencing, houses of worship, broadcasting, live sound, recording studios and beyond.

    50 Years of Devotion to Music

    For over 50 years Audio-Technica has worked alongside leading figures in sports and music broadcast to develop and hone a range of products that deliver on the highest level.

    Audio-Technica have developed and delivered products to power the Grammys, World Cup, Super Bowl, Commonwealth Games as well as every Summer and Winter Games from Atlanta 1996 to Sochi 2014.

    A Legacy in Innovation

    Founded in 1962 by Hideo Matsushita, Audio-Technica positioned itself immediately as a leader in the manufacture and design of innovative audio products. It’s expertise in innovation quickly spread to various new fields and led to the development of tone arms, microphones and headphones. Audio-Technica soon became a benchmark in those fields. Making history.

    A self-made man and audiophile, Hidéo Matsushita was the former Director of the Tokyo Museum of Modern Art. It all started in his workshop, with the hand crafting of stereo cartridges. 50 years later, Audio-Technica has become a global leader in audio innovation.

    A Passion for Listening

    Humility, passion, creativity and expertise in sound are the core values behind Audio-Technica’s legacy, greatly inspired by its founder - whose imprint on the company’s philosophy is still felt today. Audio-Technica’s passion for listening evolved in the 70’s, when it started designing headphones, building upon a legacy in innovation, meticulous engineering and artistic design.

    Today, Audio-Technica’s audio products have become globally synonymous with consistently high sonic performance paired with impeccable build construction and artistic design.

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    Customer reviews

    4.6 out of 5 stars
    4.6 out of 5
    428 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the sound quality, value, quality and response of the turntable and cartridge combo. They mention that it sounds good, it improves clarity at lower volumes and that it's worth the upgrade. They also appreciate the response and tracking of the product.

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    35 customers mention31 positive4 negative

    Customers like the sound quality of the product. They say the sound is crisp, clear, and easy to tell the difference in bass, rhythms, and vocals. They also say the vocals are really coming through crisp and clear. The details are accurate, but not shrill at all. The clarity improves noticeably at lower volumes and the VM520 is warm and personable bright when it needs to be.

    "...The highs are sooooo much better. Louder, cleaner, clearer, airy-er, and so forth. That’s just the beginning. Imaging is substantially better...." Read more

    "...It is worth every dollar spent. I can easily tell the difference in bass, rhythms, and vocals." Read more

    "...Vocals are really coming through crisp and clear on the Moody Blues record I'm listening to right now...." Read more

    "For starters, this cartridge sounds significantly better than the AT3600L that can stock on my Heydey turntable...." Read more

    19 customers mention16 positive3 negative

    Customers like the value of the audio or video adapter. They mention that it is a good product for the price, and worth the upgrade. Some mention that they instantly noticed a boost to the low end and to the highs.

    "...I am curious how much better the 540 is and if it’s worth the money. When this one dulls out I might find out for myself...." Read more

    "...The Green in my view is quite a good value, and is perhaps more melodic than the VM520EB...." Read more

    "...It is worth every dollar spent. I can easily tell the difference in bass, rhythms, and vocals." Read more

    "...I am so over the moon with such a delight for so very little money." Read more

    12 customers mention12 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the turntable. They mention that it has superb quality and clarity, and is well suited for their audio technica. They also appreciate the clearer and more accurate tone of the notes. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

    "...Not more bass, not lower bass… just… better bass. Tighter and more accurate for sure, hard to really put in words...." Read more

    "...Still the VM520EB is quite a nice cartridge, I think, and very well suited for my audio technica turntable." Read more

    "...Was just about as easy/difficult to install as any other. Small and delicate...." Read more

    "...the separation of the channels and the clarity of the notes is very remarkable." Read more

    11 customers mention11 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the response of the cartridge. They mention that it performs well over the whole frequency spectrum, from low to high. They also appreciate the excellent high response and well-balanced mid and low frequencies. The AT100E is a very smooth and excellent operator, and it works well with the Fluance RT81. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

    "...The highs are sooooo much better. Louder, cleaner, clearer, airy-er, and so forth. That’s just the beginning. Imaging is substantially better...." Read more

    "...better in every way, though the AT100E is a very smooth and excellent operator...." Read more

    "...It increased the frequency response at all sound levels and the clarity improved noticeably at lower volumes through my large vintage speakers using..." Read more

    "...This one was reasonably easy to install & performed well with only tracking pressure needing to be set...." Read more

    5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

    Customers say the product tracks well and reproduces sound better than other models. They also say it tracks 45RPM records better.

    "...Sounds good, tracks well..happy customer" Read more

    "...Nice bass, treble, detail. Great tracking and with good pressing, no noticeable siblance...." Read more

    "...This tracks a bit better and produces less inner-groove distortion on certain albums than my previous set up did...." Read more

    "...Sound is fine & there are no tracking problems." Read more

    3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the detail of the audio or video player. They mention that it has nice bass, treble, and clarity. They also say that it's good at revealing the instruments in their home theater player.

    "...It has a punchy sound and is good at revealing the instruments in our home theatre player system...." Read more

    "...It ended up checking all of the boxes. Very detailed and accurate but not shrill at all (unlike the 540ML)!Nice bass, treble, detail...." Read more

    "...I bought this VM 520 and the sound just jumped out at me with great clarity and depth!! I’m starting to collect records again!!!!🤘🤗..." Read more

    The hype is real
    5 Stars
    The hype is real
    I must admit I was a bit skeptical at how much this would improve my stock AP120. I felt the stock needle was really lacking in the highs but the mid and bass was acceptable. I have it going to a Marantz pm8003 and a pair of Klipsch KG4.2. Well hole E. shiat. This thing made it sound like a blanket was taken off the speakers. The highs are sooooo much better. Louder, cleaner, clearer, airy-er, and so forth. That’s just the beginning. Imaging is substantially better. Mids about the same, maybe a bit more relaxed. As far as bass goes there is an improvement there. Not more bass, not lower bass… just… better bass. Tighter and more accurate for sure, hard to really put in words. As a whole the entire sound stage is just wider and fuller. The difference is absolutely night and day and I can’t believe what a difference a little tiny needle can make in the quality of sound reproduction. This is my first turntable so I have nothing else to compare it to but I can’t help but to feel like for the money this is the way to go if you have an AT 120 or similar variant. I am sooo happy with my setup now, I’ve never enjoyed listening to records as much as I do now thanks to this upgrade. I am curious how much better the 540 is and if it’s worth the money. When this one dulls out I might find out for myself. Also it needed no adjustments, the 2g weight and 2 anti skate is perfect. I bought an alignment tool and it was spot on right out of the box. I literally just took the old one out and put this one in. Done.
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    Reviewed in the United States on July 14, 2023
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    Reviewed in the United States on July 14, 2023
    I must admit I was a bit skeptical at how much this would improve my stock AP120. I felt the stock needle was really lacking in the highs but the mid and bass was acceptable. I have it going to a Marantz pm8003 and a pair of Klipsch KG4.2. Well hole E. shiat. This thing made it sound like a blanket was taken off the speakers. The highs are sooooo much better. Louder, cleaner, clearer, airy-er, and so forth. That’s just the beginning. Imaging is substantially better. Mids about the same, maybe a bit more relaxed. As far as bass goes there is an improvement there. Not more bass, not lower bass… just… better bass. Tighter and more accurate for sure, hard to really put in words. As a whole the entire sound stage is just wider and fuller. The difference is absolutely night and day and I can’t believe what a difference a little tiny needle can make in the quality of sound reproduction. This is my first turntable so I have nothing else to compare it to but I can’t help but to feel like for the money this is the way to go if you have an AT 120 or similar variant. I am sooo happy with my setup now, I’ve never enjoyed listening to records as much as I do now thanks to this upgrade. I am curious how much better the 540 is and if it’s worth the money. When this one dulls out I might find out for myself. Also it needed no adjustments, the 2g weight and 2 anti skate is perfect. I bought an alignment tool and it was spot on right out of the box. I literally just took the old one out and put this one in. Done.
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    Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2023
    the difference between a regular capsule and this capsule is abysmal. the separation of the channels and the clarity of the notes is very remarkable.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent step up from my old AT3600L
    Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2021
    For starters, this cartridge sounds significantly better than the AT3600L that can stock on my Heydey turntable. I really like how much crisper the highs come across as they don’t get muddied like my old cart tended to do. I was mostly drawn to it as the stylus protector was a flip-down design rather than a plastic cap, this means I never have to worry about loosing a cap or incorrectly replacing it during times when I’m not using it.

    One thing to note, the way that the stylus mounts to the cart, it covers the nuts for the mounting hardware. This made it difficult to adjust with the protractor as I was constantly removing the stylus to loosen a nut and adjust the setup only to reinstall the stylus and check for alignment again.

    All in all, happy to have picked it up and loving the sound I’m getting from it!
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    Agustín Garza
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente sonido de este cartucho
    Reviewed in Mexico on November 6, 2022
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Die Wahl!
    Reviewed in Germany on March 2, 2024
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    5.0 out of 5 stars For those who like a bit of life or have boring speakers!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 29, 2024
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellente cellule !
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    5.0 out of 5 stars value for money
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 11, 2023
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