VM (Dual Moving Magnet) stereo cartridge

AT-VM530xEN

Elliptical Stylus Model for Crisp, High-Resolution Audio

  • VM dual magnet cartridge with a rectangular elliptical stylus tip for superior groove tracking
  • Balancing delicate expressiveness with dynamic sound and consistent playback
  • PCUHD® coil conductor ensures deep bass and an expansive soundstage
  • Paratoroidal coils optimize generating efficiency
  • Center shield plate reduces crosstalk between left and right channels
  • V-cut stylus protector marks tip position for precise record placement

    * Warranty service WILL NOT be provided for this product.

    Audio-Technica's premium VM cartridge series is revitalized with the AT-VM530xEN, featuring an elliptical nude stylus and an aluminum pipe cantilever. Optimized suspension wire length and a lighter stylus tip improve groove tracking, delivering a musically rich and emotionally engaging sound. The AT-VM530xEN incorporates PCUHD® (Pure Copper Ultra High Drawability) as its coil conductor, ensuring powerful low-frequency performance and a wide soundstage. Fewer coil turns enhance responsiveness for vibrant music reproduction. For better usability, the cartridge includes threaded inserts for easy mounting on integrated tonearms. The stylus’s flip-up protector now features a V-cut to indicate the tip position, aiding precise stylus placement on records.

  • AT-VM530xEN Specifications

    Type

    VM type

    Playback Frequency Range

    20 ~ 25,000Hz

    Output Voltage

    3.2 mV (1kHz and 5 cm/sec.)

    Channel Separation

    25 dB (1kHz)

    Output Balance

    1.5 dB (1kHz)

    Tracking Force

    1.8 - 2.2g (2.0g standard)

    Coil Impedance

    3.2 kΩ (1kHz)

    Direct Current Resistance

    750 Ω

    Load Impedance

    47 kΩ

    Load Cpacitance

    150 ~ 250 pF

    Coil Inductance

    480 mH (1kHz)

    Static Compliance

    23 x 10-6 cm/dyne

    Dynamic Compliance

    7 x 10-6 cm/dyne (100Hz)

    Stylus

    0.3 × 0.7 mil Nude elliptical

    Cantilever

    Aluminium Pipe

    Vertical Tacking Angle

    20°

    Dimensions

    28.0 mm × 18.3 mm × 17.6 mm (H × W × D),
    Threaded hole M2.6 × 2

    Weight

    7.2 g

    Accessories Furnished

    Cartridge installation screws (M2.6) - 10.0mm ×2, 8.0mm ×2, 5.0mm ×2
    Washer ×2

    Replacement Styli

    AT-VMN30xEN (sold separately)

    Download

    audio technica support AT-VMx_QSG.pdf - AT-VMx Series Quick Start Guide
    audio technica support AT-VMx-UM-EN.pdf - AT-VMx Series User Manual
    audio technica support AT-VMx-UM-TC.pdf - AT-VMx Series User Manual (Chinese)
    audio technica support styil_AT-VMx.pdf - AT-VMx Stylus Replacement and Upgrade List