Audio Technica AT-VM760SLC Dual Magnet Cartridge

Introducing the VM760SLC

Dual Magnet Cartridge from Audio Technica

The VM760SLC special line contact stylus cartridge is the flagship model 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 VM760SLC 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 ultra-lightweight special line contact stylus allows it to trace the record groove with incredible accuracy and minimum abrasion, resulting in nuanced audio reproduction, low distortion and low record wear. Includes mounting hardware.

In the record production process a cutter head carves out the record grooves. The modulations in the groove are “analogue” mechanical equivalents of the original audio signals. To “read” these modulations, Audio-Technica developed the patented Dual Magnet design which duplicates 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 positions of the left and right channels in the stereo groove walls. Consequently, the VM design provides outstanding channel separation, extended frequency response and superb tracking.

All models feature high-purity 6N-OFC (99.9999% pure oxygen free copper) wiring for maximum sonic purity and extraordinary resolution of fine musical detail.

Product Features

• VM dual magnet cartridge with special line contact stylus
• Aluminum tapered cantilever
• Paratoroidal coils improve generating efficiency
• Centre shield plate between the left and right channels reduces crosstalk
• Die-cast aluminium alloy housing reduces vibration and adds a natural electrical shield

Technical Specifications

Type
VM type

Mounting
½” centres

Frequency Response
20 to 30,000 Hz

Channel Separation
30 dB (1 kHz)

Output Channel Balance
1 dB (1 kHz)

Output Voltage
4 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)

Vertical Tracking Angle
23 degrees

Vertical Tracking Force
1.8 to 2.2g (2.0g standard)

Stylus Construction
Nude Rectangular Shank

Stylus Shape
Special Line Contact

Stylus Size
0.28 x 1.5 mil

Replacement Stylus
VMN60SLC

Cantilever
Aluminium Tapered Pipe

Static Compliance
40 x 10^ (–6cm) / dyne

Dynamic Compliance
10 x 10^ (–6 cm) / dyne (100 Hz)

Wire Used for Coil
T.P. Copper

Recommended Load Impedance
47,000 Ω

Recommended Load Impedance
100 - 200 pF

Coil Impedance
2,700Ω (1kHz)

DC Resistance
485 Ω

Coil Inductance
550 mH (1 kHz)

Cartridge Weight
8 g

Dimensions
17.3 (H) x 17 (W) x 28.2 (L) mm

Mounting
1/2" Centres

Warranty
1 year limited warranty

Included Accessories

• Cartridge installation screws 5mm ×2 and 10mm ×2 Washer ×2
• Hexagon nut ×2
• Non-magnetic screwdriver ×1
• Brush ×1
• Lead wire set ×1
  

 

*Information obtained from Manufacturers Website