Audio-Technica AT-VM750xSH Dual Moving Magnet Phono Cartridge (Shibata)

The Audio-Technica AT-VM750xSH delivers exceptional warmth, realism, and high-frequency precision for demanding vinyl enthusiasts. As part of the AT-VMx series, this cartridge is equipped with a Shibata stylus, offering greater surface contact within the record groove than elliptical designs. This allows it to retrieve ultrahigh frequencies with outstanding accuracy while minimizing distortion and record wear.

A solid boron cantilever transmits audio signals up to 2.5 times faster than aluminum, resulting in superior transient response and clarity—especially noticeable on complex, dynamic musical passages. The rigid die-cast aluminum body further enhances performance by reducing resonance and unwanted coloration.

Like all AT-VMx stereo cartridges, the AT-VM750xSH closely mirrors professional cutter head geometry with a true 90° V-shaped dual-magnet configuration. This design maximizes tracking accuracy, channel separation, and stereo imaging for a clean, engaging listening experience.

Features

• Shibata stylus for extended high-frequency response and minimal groove wear
• Solid boron cantilever for faster signal transmission and improved transient response
• Dual Moving Magnet design replicates cutter head geometry for superior tracking accuracy
• Die-cast aluminum housing reduces resonance and vibration
• PCUHD (Pure Copper Ultra High Drawability) coils for enhanced clarity and musical detail
• Paratoroidal coil structure improves efficiency and dynamic response
• Center shield plate reduces crosstalk and preserves stereo imaging
• Flip-up stylus protector with V-cut for accurate cueing and stylus placement
• Threaded body design allows easy installation without nuts
• Compatible with all standard 1/2" mount turntable headshells
• Accepts all AT-VMx series replacement styli

Specifications

General

• Cartridge Type: Dual Moving Magnet
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 27 kHz
• Output Voltage: 3.7 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec.)
• Channel Separation: 26 dB (1 kHz)
• Output Balance: 1.0 dB (1 kHz)
• Tracking Force Range: 1.8 – 2.2 g (2.0 g standard)
• Vertical Tracking Angle: 20°

Electrical Characteristics

• Coil Impedance: 3.2 kΩ (1 kHz)
• DC Resistance: 750 Ω
• Recommended Load Impedance: 47 kΩ
• Recommended Load Capacitance: 150 – 250 pF
• Coil Inductance: 480 mH (1 kHz)

Compliance & Stylus

• Static Compliance: 20 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne
• Dynamic Compliance: 7 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne (100 Hz)
• Stylus Curvature Radius: 2.7 × 0.26 mil

Physical

• Mounting: 1/2" standard mount
• Threaded Mounting Holes: M2.6 × 2
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 29 × 18.3 × 17.5 mm
• Weight: 8.8 g

Packaging

• Package Weight: 0.125 lb
• Box Dimensions (L x W x H): 4.6 × 2.3 × 1.9 in