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Audio-Technica Consumer VM520EB/H Headshell and Cartridge Combo Kit with VM520EB and AT-HS10BK

BH #AUVM520EBH • MFR #VM520EB/H
Audio-Technica Consumer VM520EB/H Headshell and Cartridge Combo Kit with VM520EB and AT-HS10BK
Key Features
  • Includes VM520EB Cartridge
  • Includes AT-HS10BK Headshell
  • VM Dual Magnet for Matched Left & Right
  • Increased Channel Separation
The VM520EB/H Headshell and Cartridge Combo Kit from Audio-Technica includes the VM520EB elliptical bonded dual moving magnet cartridge pre-mounted on the AT-HS10BK universal 1/2"-mount headshell. The VM520EB features dual magnets that are positioned to match left and right channels in the stereo record groove and provide an increase in channel separation and an extended frequency response. Additionally, the cartridge employs an elliptical bonded stylus to track the record groove with high accuracy for high-quality audio reproduction.
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Audio-Technica Consumer VM520EB Overview

The VM520EB/H Headshell and Cartridge Combo Kit from Audio-Technica includes the VM520EB elliptical bonded dual moving magnet cartridge pre-mounted on the AT-HS10BK universal 1/2"-mount headshell. The VM520EB features dual magnets that are positioned to match left and right channels in the stereo record groove and provide an increase in channel separation and an extended frequency response. Additionally, the cartridge employs an elliptical bonded stylus to track the record groove with high accuracy for high-quality audio reproduction.

The lightweight AT-HS10BK is a universal 1/2"-mount headshell designed for 4-pin turntable cartridges. The die-cast aluminum body is designed to minimize vibration and provides a finger-lift at the front position to enable precise placement of the stylus onto the record. The gold-plated lead wires offer lossless signal transmission. The headshell ships with mounting hardware.

  • VM dual-magnet cartridge with 0.3 x 0.7 mm elliptical stylus
  • Aluminum cantilever
  • Paratoroidal coils improve generating efficiency
  • Center shield plate between the left and right channels reduces crosstalk
  • Durable low-resonance polymer cartridge housing
  • Universal 1/2"-mount headshell for 4-pin turntable cartridges

Audio-Technica Consumer VM520EB Specs

Frequency Response20 Hz to 23 kHz
Channel Separation27 dB (1 kHz)
Tracking ForceVertical Tracking Force: 1.8 - 2.2 g (2.0 g standard)
StylusStylus Construction: Bonded round shank
Stylus Shape: 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical
Replacement Stylus: VMN20EB
Recommended Load Impedance47 kOhms
Output4.5 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)
Channel Balance1.5 dB (1 kHz)
Stylus CantileverAluminum pipe
Mount0.5" / 12.7 mm
CoilCoil Impedance: 2700 Ohms
Coil Inductance: 460 mH (1 kHz)
DC Resistance800 Ohms
Load Capacitance100 to 200 pF
Static Compliance35 x 10-6 cm/dyne
Dynamic Compliance8 x 10-6 cm/dyne (100 Hz)
Vertical Tracking Angle23°
DimensionsCartridge: 0.7 x 0.7 x 1.1" / 17.3 x 17.0 x 28.2 mm
Cartridge and Headshell: 0.8 x 0.8 x 2.4" / 21.3 x 21.0 x 60.4 mm
WeightCartridge: 0.2 oz / 6.4 g
Cartridge and Headshell: 0.6 oz / 16.8 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight0.15 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)4.3 x 2.9 x 2"

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