The Audio-Technica AT-VM95SP/H is a complete cartridge and headshell combination designed specifically for playback of 78 RPM shellac records. Featuring the AT-VM95SP Dual Moving Magnet cartridge pre-mounted on the AT-HS6 universal headshell, this package offers a convenient plug-and-play solution for collectors and enthusiasts who enjoy vintage recordings.
Equipped with a 3.0 mil bonded conical stylus, the AT-VM95SP/H is engineered to accurately track the wider grooves found on shellac records, delivering authentic sound reproduction while helping preserve record condition. The pre-mounted headshell design allows for quick installation and easy swapping between LP and 78 RPM playback setups.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Dual Moving Magnet Cartridge with Headshell |
| Cartridge Series | VM95 Series |
| Stylus Type | Bonded Conical Diamond |
| Stylus Size | 3.0 mil |
| Cantilever | Aluminum Pipe |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz – 20,000Hz |
| Channel Separation | 20 dB (1kHz) |
| Channel Balance | 2.0 dB (1kHz) |
| Output Voltage | 4.0 mV (1kHz, 5 cm/sec.) |
| Vertical Tracking Angle | 23° |
| Recommended Tracking Force | 5.0 g |
| Tracking Force Range | 4.5 – 5.5 g |
| Coil Impedance | 3.3 kΩ (1kHz) |
| DC Resistance | 485 Ω |
| Load Impedance | 47 kΩ |
| Load Capacitance | 100 – 200 pF |
| Static Compliance | 17 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne |
| Dynamic Compliance | 8 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne (100Hz) |
| Mounting Standard | 1/2-inch Mount |
| Cartridge Weight | 6.1 g |
| Headshell Model | AT-HS6 |
| Headshell Weight | Approximately 9 g |
| Total Assembly Weight | Approximately 15.1 g |
The Audio-Technica AT-VM95SP/H offers a convenient, ready-to-use solution for anyone looking to explore or preserve vintage 78 RPM recordings. Combining the proven VM95 cartridge platform with a specialized shellac-record stylus and pre-mounted headshell, it delivers reliable performance and authentic playback of historical audio collections.