Audio Technica VM95EN/H System with AT-HS6 Headshell

Audio-Technica AT-VM95EN/H – VM95 Series Stereo Cartridge with Headshell

The AT-VM95EN/H from Audio-Technica's VM95 series is a high-quality complete cartridge system that combines precise tracking with excellent everyday usability. Pre-mounted on the robust AT-HS6BK headshell, this set offers exceptionally easy installation and is ready to use immediately – ideal for discerning vinyl enthusiasts who value sound quality and flexibility.

At the heart of the system is a nude, elliptical diamond stylus with a round shank. Unlike fixed styli, it is ground from a single piece and inserted directly into the cantilever. This design results in lighter weight and greater rigidity, which translates into significantly improved tracking precision. The result is a finely detailed, dynamic sound reproduction with exceptionally clean treble and excellent impulse response.

The elliptical stylus geometry allows for more precise tracking of the record groove than conical styli. This reduces distortion, while audibly improving frequency response and phase accuracy.

A major advantage of the VM95 series lies in its modular design: all models use the same generator unit, making all styli in the series compatible. This not only simplifies replacement when worn – elliptical styli typically last around 300 hours – but also allows for a straightforward upgrade to higher-quality stylus options such as Microlinear or Shibata.

The included die-cast aluminum headshell AT-HS6BK (9 g) provides a stable, low-resonance base and ensures a secure connection with the tonearm.

Technical features

• Nude, elliptical diamond stylus for precise tracking and high sound fidelity
• Aluminum needle carrier for optimal stability and signal transmission
• Output voltage: 3.5 mV
• Frequency response: 20 – 23,000 Hz
• Channel separation: 22 dB (at 1 kHz)
• Vertical scanning angle: 23°
• Recommended tracking force: 1.8 – 2.2 g (2.0 g nominal)
• Pre-mounted on AT-HS6BK headshell (9 g)

The AT-VM95EN/H is a well-designed, sonically convincing system that offers both beginners and experienced analog enthusiasts a flexible and high-quality solution for record playback.