The Audio-Technica AT-VMN95EBK is a genuine replacement stylus designed for the award-winning VM95 Series cartridges. Featuring a bonded elliptical diamond stylus mounted on a lightweight aluminum cantilever, the AT-VMN95EBK delivers improved groove tracking, enhanced detail retrieval, lower distortion, and better high-frequency response compared to standard conical styli.
The "BK" version is a special black-colored edition of the popular AT-VMN95E stylus. Sonically identical to the standard green VMN95E, it offers the same performance while providing a premium black aesthetic that pairs perfectly with modern turntables and cartridges. It is fully compatible with all Audio-Technica VM95 Series cartridge bodies, allowing users to upgrade or replace their stylus without changing the cartridge itself.
The elliptical stylus profile contacts a larger portion of the record groove than a standard conical stylus. This allows it to retrieve more musical information, resulting in clearer vocals, improved instrument separation, greater detail, and a wider soundstage. It also tracks inner grooves more accurately, reducing distortion during playback.
The AT-VMN95EBK is fully interchangeable with every cartridge in the VM95 family. Simply slide out the existing stylus and install the new stylus without replacing the cartridge body.
Users upgrading from the blue VMN95C conical stylus will immediately notice improved clarity, better treble extension, increased detail retrieval, and more accurate tracking. The elliptical profile reaches deeper into the groove and extracts more musical information from your records.
Replacing the stylus takes only seconds. No cartridge alignment, rewiring, or tonearm adjustments are required. Simply remove the old stylus assembly and slide the new VMN95EBK into place.
Unlike the standard green VMN95E, the AT-VMN95EBK features an elegant black finish, making it a popular choice for premium turntable setups while maintaining identical audio performance.
| Model | AT-VMN95EBK |
| Product Type | Replacement Stylus |
| Stylus Shape | Bonded Elliptical |
| Stylus Size | 0.3 × 0.7 mil |
| Cantilever | Aluminum Pipe |
| Recommended Tracking Force | 1.8 – 2.2 g (2.0 g Standard) |
| Vertical Tracking Angle | 23° |
| Static Compliance | 17 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne |
| Dynamic Compliance | 7 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne (100Hz) |
| Stylus Construction | Bonded Diamond |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility | All Audio-Technica VM95 Series Cartridges |
| Replacement For | AT-VM95E Cartridge Stylus |
| Upgrade Path | VM95C → VMN95EBK |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan |