Audio-Technica AT-VMN95SH Replacement Stylus (Brown)

The Audio-Technica AT-VMN95SH is a high-performance replacement stylus designed for the VM95 Series cartridges. Featuring a nude Shibata diamond tip with a square shank, this stylus delivers exceptional channel separation and detailed high-frequency response, making it an ideal upgrade for audiophiles and critical listeners.

Advantages

Experience superior tracking accuracy and reduced distortion thanks to the nude Shibata stylus profile. The aluminum pipe cantilever ensures rigidity and efficient energy transfer, while the brown stylus color adds a distinctive aesthetic. With a recommended tracking force of 2.0 g, it is gentle on your records while providing excellent channel balance and output voltage.

Suitable for

• Audio-Technica VM95 Series cartridges (AT-VM95E, AT-VM95EN, AT-VM95ML, AT-VM95SH, AT-VM95C, AT-VM95SP)
• Turntables and record players compatible with VM95 cartridge bodies
• Audiophiles seeking a nude Shibata upgrade for improved sound quality

Key specifications

• Stylus Type: Nude Shibata
• Stylus Tip Construction: Nude square shank
• Stylus Tip Radius: 2.7 x 0.26 mil (0.068 x 0.006 mm)
• Cantilever Material: Aluminum pipe
• Recommended Tracking Force: 2.0 g
• Tracking Force Range: 1.8 - 2.2 g
• Vertical Tracking Angle: 23°
• Frequency Response (with VM95 body): 20 - 25,000 Hz
• Channel Separation (with VM95 body): 23 dB at 1 kHz
• Channel Balance (with VM95 body): 1.5 dB at 1 kHz
• Output Voltage (with VM95 body): 3.5 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)
• Stylus Material: Diamond
• Stylus Color: Brown
• Estimated Stylus Life: 800 - 1000 hours
• Mounting Type: User-replaceable push-on
• Dynamic Compliance (100 Hz): 10 x 10-6 cm/dyne
• Static Compliance: 20 x 10-6 cm/dyne

Recommendations

For optimal performance, ensure your VM95 cartridge body is properly aligned and set the tracking force within the recommended range. This stylus is a direct replacement for the AT-VM95SH cartridge and is also compatible with other VM95 series bodies. Handle with care to avoid damaging the delicate stylus tip.