{"product_id":"audio-technica-at-vm520xeb","title":"Audio-Technica AT-VM520xEB","description":"\u003cp\u003eAudio-Technica AT-VM520xEB is a dual moving magnet stereo cartridge with a bonded elliptical stylus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts updated AT-VMx generator, PCUHD coils, and elliptical profile provide balanced detail and dependable tracking for everyday HiFi vinyl systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy it stands out\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBonded Elliptical Stylus\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvides more precise groove contact than a conical stylus for balanced detail and reliable record playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUpdated AT-VMx Generator\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePCUHD coils and dual-magnet construction support responsive dynamics and clean stereo reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThreaded Cartridge Body\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eM2.6 threaded inserts simplify installation on compatible through-hole headshells and tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInterchangeable Stylus System\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccepts compatible stereo AT-VMx replacement styli for maintenance or future upgrades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEveryday HiFi vinyl listening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpgrading a compatible 1\/2-inch-mount turntable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListeners moving beyond a conical stylus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMM phono systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNot ideal for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eP-mount turntables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsers wanting a cartridge pre-mounted on a headshell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSystems without an MM phono input or external MM phono stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eEMiUZEK Buying Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAT-VM520xEB is a cartridge only; a headshell is not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt requires a compatible 1\/2-inch mount and an MM phono input or external MM phono stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet tracking force to 1.8–2.2 g, with 2.0 g standard, and complete cartridge alignment before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it include a headshell?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This is the cartridge-only version.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat phono stage does it require?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse an MM input with 47 kΩ load impedance and 150–250 pF load capacitance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it be used on a P-mount turntable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It is designed for compatible 1\/2-inch mounting systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the tracking force?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e1.8–2.2 g, with 2.0 g standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the direct replacement stylus?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAT-VMN20xEB, sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan other AT-VMx styli be used?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible stereo AT-VMx replacement styli can be used; mono models are excluded.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHOW TO CONNECT\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStandard Turntable Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSource icon: device\u003cbr\u003eSource: Vinyl Record\u003cbr\u003eConnection: Stylus \/ Groove\u003cbr\u003eOutput connection: Cartridge Pins\u003cbr\u003eTarget icon: device\u003cbr\u003eOutput: MM Phono Input\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNote: Install and align the cartridge on a compatible 1\/2-inch mount, then verify overhang, tracking force, and anti-skate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCartridge and Stylus\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: VM dual moving magnet stereo cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency Response: 20–23,000 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput Voltage: 5.0 mV at 1 kHz, 5 cm\/s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannel Separation: 24 dB at 1 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput Balance: 1.5 dB at 1 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus: Bonded elliptical, 0.3 × 0.7 mil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever: Aluminum pipe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking Force: 1.8–2.2 g; 2.0 g standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended Load: 47 kΩ \/ 150–250 pF\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement Stylus: AT-VMN20xEB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 7.2 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRecommended System Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSetup\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConnection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegrated Amplifier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTurntable → MM Phono Input → Amplifier → Speakers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExternal Phono Stage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTurntable → MM Phono Stage → Line Input → Amplifier → Speakers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAT-VM520xEB cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM2.6 installation screws: 10 mm × 2, 8 mm × 2, 5 mm × 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWashers × 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-magnetic screwdriver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDownload Center\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccess product manuals, firmware updates, and additional support resources.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emiuzek.com\/pages\/download\"\u003ehttps:\/\/emiuzek.com\/pages\/download\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"audio-technica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44883060981853,"sku":"Audio-Technica-AT-VM520xEB","price":105.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/7422\/8829\/files\/image_1_a0ac70a3-8346-4973-a011-9f0a78ecdcbe.jpg?v=1786353093","url":"https:\/\/emiuzek.com\/products\/audio-technica-at-vm520xeb","provider":"EMiUZEK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}