Audio-Technica VM760SLC Cartridge
Best high-end cartridge for audiophiles seeking ultimate vinyl clarity and precision.
This flagship cartridge extracts an astonishing level of detail from your records, turning familiar grooves into a revelation of clarity. It demands a precise setup to truly shine, but the reward is a balanced, nuanced soundstage that makes your vinyl collection feel entirely new.
$499.99
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Hi-Fi Heaven
Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking maximum high-frequency detail and groove accuracy
- Listeners prioritizing a wide and stable soundstage
- Vinyl collectors looking to preserve their valuable record collection
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers wary of high replacement stylus costs
- Casual listeners lacking experience with precise cartridge alignment
- Owners of entry-level turntables or unrefined phono stages
Performance breakdown
High-Frequency Detail
Special line contact stylus captures nuanced textures in the upper registers.
Channel Separation
Dual magnet design creates a remarkably wide and immersive soundstage.
Build Integrity
Die-cast aluminum housing effectively eliminates unwanted resonance and vibration.
Tracking Accuracy
Precision engineering ensures the stylus stays locked in complex grooves.
Output Efficiency
High output level pairs seamlessly with most standard phono stages.
Record Preservation
Lightweight design minimizes groove wear during extended listening sessions.
Key Specs
Frequency Response
20-30,000 Hz
Channel Separation
30 dB (1 kHz)
Vertical Tracking Angle
23°
Vertical Tracking Force
1.8-2.2 g
Stylus Construction
Nude rectangular shank
Recommended Load Impedance
47,000 ohms
Output Voltage
4.0 mV
Output Channel Balance
1.0 dB
Static Compliance
40 x 10-6 cm/dyne
Dynamic Compliance
10 x 10-6 cm/dyne
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