Switching to the Elliptical stylus brings back the magic of the old AT95, though its much closer to the 95XE than the 95E. In standard form it carries a .3 x .7 mil elliptical stylus. Total cartridge weight is 6.1G regardless of the stylus used, and with the exception of the 78RPM stylus all track at a nominal 2 grams, meaning theres no need to alter tonearm settings when swapping styli. The Audio Technica AT95E caught my attention for several reasons. The sound is pretty well controlled, even smooth on most records, and is highly listenable. The VM95 range includes a 6-strong selection of styli. Accessing our website tells us you agree to our use of cookies. The VM95 styli are also compatible with the AT-XP series DJ cartridges and vice versa. Tracking force of M44C. Bass had a really nice kick. I dont personally feel that this detracts from the listening experience. Prices pulled from the Amazon Product Advertising API on: Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. If you want something much better, you must be ready to spend considerably more. Midrange: The mid-band is not particularly remarkable and is, in my opinion, the cartridges weakest band. So I'd rather suggest to run your AT95E with some 2.25 g than 1.75 g, especially as that will also compensate for a slight "tail up" position. ALL MY VINYL AND HI-FI GEAR by Dolphin17 26 Nov 2015 17:29, Post AT95 series styli will not fit a VM95 cartridge body as standard, though it can be done if the plastic housing is trimmed with a pair of side cutters. (And performance I assume.). If you have a. This suggests that Audio-Technica are not supplying bodies that test best after manufacture with their higher end styli as has been suggested. Included are 2 11 mm and 2 8 mm M2.6 installation screws, 2 washers and (on the upper end models at least) a non magnetic screwdriver. AT quote a difference of 0.5MV. Re: AT95E Tracking Force by cats squirrel 12 Jan 2017 02:06 tracking force 16.5 mN tracking weight 1.65g at sea level. It will be perfect to balance a system that is too bright and analytical. Hi-Fi system. The plastic body, upon which many manufacturers have attempted to improve over the years, mounts with tiny, fiddly screws and round nuts. The half-inch standard mount AT95E phonograph cartridge offers outstanding clarity and detail. AIR FORCE 1; AIR MAX; JORDAN; BASKETBALL; by Dolphin17 26 Nov 2015 04:18, Post It is also great to add life to a system that is on the darker side. If you dont, youd not be giving the Audio Technica AT95E room to make a good impression. 3000 Series Wireless In-Ear Monitor System. Product details. It has to be said however that a lot has changed in the last 40 years, not least the advancements in production and manufacturing, and the technical developments made in equipment for vinyl replay. Number of Views 909. Turntables Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. The AT-LPW40WN is a fully manual, belt-drive turntable designed to give you optimal high-fidelity audio reproduction from vinyl. I find 2.25-2.5 grams works best for my bouncy wooden floor. At 2.23 grams, it sounded much more natural. copper Coil impedance is 3.3K at 1kHz, coil inductance is 550 mH also at 1kHz, and DC resistance is 485. FAQ. Thanks for the kind words on the review, glad youre enjoying your VM95SH. Better tracking performance leads to an ability to better handle peaks and portray a better sense of scale, though can perhaps appear tonally bright rather than somewhat soft and warm like the lower end styli. Tracking too lightly is worse for a record if it causes mistracking -- i.e. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. It is now replaced by the VM95E which has quite similar specifications and price. by JoeE SP9 12 Jan 2017 00:07, Post You will Im sure have noticed that when a cart is setup to ATs specified alignment, the cartridge is parallel with the straight sides of the headshell and the headshell follows the line extending from the front of the arm. Tracking force and anti-skating are factory preadjusted. An avid vinyl collector and coffee addict, I can often be found at a workbench tinkering with a faulty electronic device, tweaking a turntable to extract the last bit of detail from those tiny grooves in the plastic stuff, or relaxing in front of the hi-fi with a good album. It is worth noting that the AT100E has since been replaced by the significantly more expensive and (in my opinion) inferior AT-VM520EB. Confirm the tracking force for the product in "Specifications." . Thanks everybody for the replies. Stylus life across the range of stylus cuts of course dependant too on tracking force but an approximate life would be elliptical 2-300 hours conical 4-500 hours probably 400 is safer Shibata 600 hours top and Micro Ridge maybe 1000 but only for light tracking. Repeating that same success will be no mean feat, and to attempt such is certainly a bold move on Audio-Technicas part. VM95 Series dual Magnet cartridge with 0.3 x 0.7 mil Elliptical stylus, Specially wound coils increase output voltage, Threaded inserts in cartridge body enable cartridge to be mounted to headshell with just two screws - no nuts required, The Audio Technica AT95E is easy to fit if you follow the easy steps. In fact, it is quite the contender amongst affordable phono cartridges. It will be very close and will look level so there is no need at this point to worry about arm height. Ive been excited to see how some of the most popular entry-level and midrange cartridges compare for a long time. This review has been made possible by Simon and Gary of The Audio Files, specialists in the Linn LP12, Audio-Technica stockists and creators of the LP5 IPT more on that in future. However, listening to the VM95 has gone some way to challenging that point of view. Price: US $249.99. I installed an AT95E on a friend's PL15 a few months back and it looked level to me. tracking Force: 1.8 g Rec. The AT-VM95E has a narrow recommended range of tracking forces of 1.8-2.2g with a normal setting of 2g, and this is the value I use. I went through the online owner's manual of my pioneer pl-15d2 and saw no mention of it at all. Sibilance is lessened greatly and surface noise drops to reveal a surprising amount of top-end detail, full bass, better imaging and a more solid focus to the sound, untroubled by anything you throw at it. Distortion was gone. load capacitance: 150-300 pF Output level at 1 kHz: 5.5 mV Channel Separation at 1 kHz: 22 dB Link to complete list of specifications. With the numbers out of the way we finally get to unpack the VM95. However I have to say that the VM95 is probably the better value of the two and is the one Id choose, the next real step up is the 740ML. Put the anti-skate to zero and see if your arm is truly feel floating above the platter surface, straight up and down with no side movement. I checked it on the scale and I'm up to 2.3g now. I can see what you mean, but with the distortion I was experiencing not being present on the CD version and going away with a bit more tracking force, I don't think I can blame the recording. Thanks again for your analysis. If you enjoy the content on this site and want to help us stay online, please consider making a donation. Luckily, the AT95E works well with capacitive loads way above the recommended range, otherwise it would not be such a successful cartridge. The only trouble is, I've noticed a couple of skips on albums that didn't usually . Simon and Gary kindly loaned me a VM95 cartridge and complete set of styli, which will be available from them at ex-demo prices at the time of this publication (April 2019). I had the performance of that reference setup in the back of my head when I did the reviews and comparisons. It is simply a fact of vinyl playback that better groove tracking yields more top end information, which can appear as over-brightness. So, eventually, I bought a few cartridges to do my own testing. Now, my VM95E has acceptable inner groove distortion level and is a pleasure to listen to. Eventually I ditched the cart altogether, and moved on to a different model. I used a protractor and a stylus force gauge to make sure that the cartridges were set up correctly and operating according to their specifications. The midrange hadnt given me what I was looking for and I was a bit disappointed. Feliks Audio Arioso 300B (Ordered) As I said in another reply, I'm gonna keep experimenting, but I think I found the right spot. The Microline produces a sound that is rich in detail and has rhythmic drive in spades. Recommended loading is typical of an AT moving magnet cartridge 47K at 100-200PF. My reference turntable is currently a $700 Rega Planar 2 with a $600 Rega Carbon cartridge. I have been aware of the Audio Technica AT95E since it was introduced in the early 1980s, when I knew it as a popular entry-level cartridge with a reputation for being bright. It is my theory that the small variances in compliance and tip mass are responsible for this, and in reality such a minor difference isnt going to be of any consequence as the difference is minor, and the output voltage is well within the margin for most if not all moving magnet preamplifiers. Considering the blend came in next. It's made of high-quality material (dual magnets) and not cheaply made it all, even the smaller parts that make up the whole. The generator uses Audio-Technicas patented VM dual magnet system with a pair of magnets arranged in the shape of a V instead of a single large magnet as used in other designs. Happily, replacement styli for the AT95E do not seem to have been discontinued by Audio Technica. However, I am unsure as to whether there are other colors for that model. The AT95 was is a budget classic. This cart is not really suited to low-mass arms. Our version of search is not compatible with the new server. It should be compatible with any table out there. This cartridge sounds great. As such tracking distortion isnt an issue, and some feel that the Shibata stylus gives a more open and airy sound owing to its ability to track frequencies far beyond those of recorded music, and thus its ability to track the frequencies of recorded music are well within its capabilities. It could be better. While it is my opinion that the Microline offers the best value for money in the range, there is no doubting that the Shibata brings merits of its own that do justify the small premium it commands. Audio-Technica ATN95E Replacement Stylus for AT95E Cartridge Green Visit the Audio-Technica Store 2,423 ratings | 88 answered questions Amazon's Choice in DJ Turntable Cartridges by Audio-Technica $4900 FREE Returns Available at a lower price from other sellers that may not offer free Prime shipping. This is perfectly logical as it would significantly increase manufacturing time, labour and cost. RT81 Elite High Fidelity Vinyl Turntable Record Player with Audio Technica AT95E. I am in no doubt that in 38 years time the VM95 will be every bit as revered and coveted as its predecessor. Bass weight is not bad and low-frequency extension is reasonable, but this is not a cartridge that bathes the sound in deep bass. For the price, it is a good buy. Since Id experienced two different qualities, I told myself to place my expectations in the middle. Obviously, I'll have to go back and check side A again, but I'm even more pleased with just a slight weight adjustment. On the contrary, it is actually very nicely balanced, with the way the different frequency bands hang together being a big part of its appeal. One would expect a Microline to lift the performance of the cartridge significantly, but when I first installed the Microline into the VM95 body, I couldnt quite believe the transformation. Audio Technicas recommended capacitive load for this cartridge (and most of their MM cartridges) is 100-200pF. DAC Incidentally, Im pleased to report the LP Gear/Rega Carbon elliptical is still holding its own against the onslaught of VMs, Ortofons, Goldrings et al! The Audio Technica AT95E is quite the gem of budget bargains. Location: Kalamazoo, MI. Cartridge with Elliptical Stylus by macnoob 26 Nov 2015 16:37, Post How do you improve on a Legend? Logged in to this thread on the last post wondering why a discussion on Shure cartridges in going on in a thread on the AT95 haha. Channel balance figures measured well within specification. Outstanding clarity with a high-performance Audio-Technica AT95E cartridge Two-Speed belt-driven turntable with adjustable tonearm counterweight 7 Best for Beginner Fluance RT85 Reference High Fidelity Product Highlights Our Score: 8.8 Brand: Fluance Check Price Tracking Force: 1.8 g (18 mN) Brand Ortofon REASONS TO BUY Features an improved engine Great Nude Elliptical diamond stylus Features split pole pins (Copper wire +) Provides great sound accuracy REASONS TO AVOID Not better than small brother Ortofon 2M Red Cartrdge View on Amazon Read Customer Reviews And the reason I quickly replaced it with a VM540ML on my AT-LP120 turntable. The AT95E has all the warmth and smoothness you can ask for, but it unfortunately sounds too boxed-in to get a perfect score from me. The measurements didnt change significantly when testing with a body supplied with the cheaper VM95E. Im astounded at the performance this cart provides considering its relatively low price (by audiophile standards). Firstly, its quite the oldie. How does the Audio Technica AT95E mix it all? Recommended Read SHURE M95ED Review 2021. However you can change your cookie settings at any time. How does it stack up against the Shure M447 with a N44GQ and what you recommend the tracking force be on the N44GQ. Having heard other styli mounted to an AT95 body in the past, I had always felt that it showed promise yet was easily bested by a slightly better stylus mounted to a better generator, good though the 95 generator was. Taking over from where the AT95 left off, the VM95 consists of a body of a matt black low resonance polymer housing with captive 2.6 mm brass screw thread inserts. Noticeable difference there. Its also cheap, and the perfect stylus to use on discs in questionable condition or those that are obviously damaged in some way. The Audio Technica AT95E goes way back, actually. The two-point protractor will produce the same result assuming that the geometry of the protractor is the same, though the arc is easier to align. The sound doesnt fully shine through. Never miss another article. Before I flipped it to side B, I decided to add a bit more weight. A distinction of the AT95E is that it is just about the cheapest cartridge on the market that has an elliptical stylus, with its main competitors (on price) having only conical/spherical styli. Definitely worth the money, The bass on this phono cartridge is actually present (which is more than you can say for a lot of models in this price range), The treble offers a smooth texture to an extent, The Audio Technica AT95E gives off an overall clear sound, This phono cartridge wont do the job if you have very sensitive ears, It has problems with tracking some records in bad condition. It is affordable and doesnt shout that it was bought on a budget. This is important as many a record-lover has labored by their system for hours due to stubborn phono cartridges. It's a great sounding record, so I kind of figured it must be something in my setup. Vinyl Restart is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. Is this an issue I should worry about, or just move on and forget? The AT95E, which retails for $49 when bought separately, is a favorite just-above-entry-level audiophile cartridge, but a bit less than might be expected to accompany a turntable in this price range. With some warped records, it performed well when used at the manufacturers recommended tracking force weight. D17: Generally you can expect pretty much any cartridge/needle to achieve its best tracking ability in the upper half of the suggested tracking force range. by Melos Antropon 12 Jan 2017 01:15, Post Ive been seriously considering the VM95ML to replace my worn out AT95 (equipped with LP Gears own microline upgraded styluswhich is excellent), and had considered the AT 440MLanow Im having second thoughts, given the VM95ML is a bit cheaper. I have not tested how this combination sounds, but I would imagine that if it works the opposite way (I.E a modified AT95 stylus on a VM95 body) there would be no issues with a VM95 stylus on an AT95 body. Highly recommended! Rec. by Roberto C2H3 26 Nov 2015 17:19, Post I discovered, like you, that I could decrease the problem with a heavier tracking weight, but I could never eliminate it completely. La aguja de repuesto tiene una vida til de unas 300 horas. Such a change in offset and / or overhang can upset the lateral balance of the arm and give you worse tracking performance. Here, a certain wispiness can sometimes reveal itself. The Ortofon 2M Red is one of the cartridges I bought solely for the purpose of these cartridge comparisons. in that 2.5 gr is the max recommended by AT, there is no danger in running it that high. The XP series delivers higher output voltage (5.5MV as opposed to 3.5MV) and its 3 interchangeable styli are of lower compliance and are thus optimised for manual cueing and back-cueing. Rega Fono Mini A2D Its just got amazing detail thats natural sounding and is delivered with delicacy and tremendous spatial separation. Audio-Technica VM540ML Hence, the capacitive load is a big issue on paper. On the Shure M447 with the N44GQ stylus what would you recommend as far as tracking force for that. La cellule Hi-Fi Audio Technica AT95E est un modle incontournable pour s'initier au son vinyle. Set the arm parallel or very slightly tail-down and stop worrying. You would need to use thicker/thinner mats or spacers under the headshell to adjust it - too painful. Next up, the VM95ML. I admit to having been incredulous why A T insist that only their own supplied two fixed points overhang template works optimally to set up a cart for the LP5/x. I suspect that this was because, in comparison, the treble was amazing. Usually, most of Audio Technicas cartridges in the MM series or line have capacitive loads that range from 100-200. I made sure the cart was aligned and got out my force gauge to make sure it was still accurately set at 2g. Sound tests are my favorite parts of records. Dolphin17, If you are using an AT95E cartridge, and the platter mat is still the original one, then you're good to go. I first wanted to identify the cause of the slightly higher output voltage of the conical and elliptical verses the other three profiles. I think the most important criteria for comparing and choosing audio gear is enjoyment. Measurements I measured each stylus in turn using the same body. If I hadnt studied the Audio Technica AT95E, I would have had much lower standards due to the price. Edifier R1280DB Turntable: Technics SL1200 Mk5 with Technics-clone headshellPhono Pre-amp: Musical Fidelity M1 ViNL (with 150pF capacitance)Amplifier: Yamaha A-S501Speakers: Q Acoustics 3050. V15 Type IV tracking force. Typically, a value in the range 150-200pF is assumed. The AT95E mostly delivers a tidy and nicely integrated sound with a surprising amount of charm. The midrange wasnt good enough in my opinion. The VM540 is the replacement for the 440MLA / 440MLB, of which there is a review coming very soon. Reviewers have rated this affordable, high-performance cartridge as a best buy value. Well get into more details later, but first a few words on how I did my testing. I liked the color mix as well. Really, it's not the rocket science some want to make it into. http://www.audio-technica.com/cms/cartr 3f8dbeaf5/. [quote=As for tracking weight (1.75 is a weight, not a force!)quote]. Im so pleased with the decision to get it. The AT-VM95 body also provides the opportunity to upgrade the stylus to more exotic profiles, providing a more scalable option than the AT95E. I found the AT95E to have a relaxed and laid-back presentation whereas the Ortofon 2M Red has a brighter and more analytical presentation. Well consider the pros and cons in our next segments. Audio Technica AT95E Cartridge comes with an elliptical diamond stylus Mounting hardware and stylus guard included Frequency response: 20Hz-20,000Hz Tracking force range 1.5-2.5 grams Output: 3.5 mV We aim to show you accurate product information. The benefits of nude mounting, which brings with it lower tip mass and better vibration transfer between stylus and cantilever, is an increase in the cartridges ability to track high frequencies and thus added top end detail. Vinyl Restart is reader supported. This wasn't just poor recording distortion. Bluesound Node 2i It actually sounds fine, even pleasant on decent-quality recordings/pressings, but can show some rough edges on trickier pressings, notably in the upper-midrange bordering on the lower-treble. : 3.5mV - Channel balance: 2dB - Channel separation @ 1kHz: 20dB - Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz - Dynamic compliance (x10-6 cm/dyne): 6.5 - Static compliance (x10-6 cm/dyne): 20 - Load resistance: 47k ohms - Load capacitance: 100 - 200 pF Thank You very much. Its better from the end users perspective too, as it means all generators are manufactured to the same high standard and thus the body you purchase with a 30 VM95C will perform just as well with a VMN95HS stylus as the VM95SH cartridge would. Stylus Japanese developed aluminum cantilever and bonded elliptical diamond tip ensures the longevity of your stylus. I got this VM95 with its E stylus some months ago, and found it very pleasant and vivid. Id forgotten the need for some break in time ! The freshened design is welcome and a big step above the design of old, though the excellent slip-on stylus cover of the previous generation is retained, it too with a fresh new look. I would not describe its sound as big and expansive, but it generally produces a neat sound that spans the full frequency spectrum without over-stepping the mark in any department. I made some recordings on my laptop to compare both cartridges immediately, and this confirmed my first impressions. Audioengine A5 Plus It does, however, provide decent body to the sound and bass notes have a nice tone to them. . I wonder if youve had any experience with the 440MLa, and if so how it might stack up against the VM95ML ? It has a narrow horizontal contact surface and larger vertical contact surface which is not only best suited to tracking high frequencies way beyond audibility but also causes less record wear. Yes, this is true too for a Technics in my opinion. Is this a good setting, or should I go higher or lower? This body was used to compare all styli, which were given 20 hours of run in time prior to any critical listening. It is quite amazing how the same record can sound different depending on the cartridge or player you use. And introduced the new VM95xx line where you can choose from a cheap carbon/conical to mono, EB, NE, to ML all the way to Shibata. I've tried multiple carts including the AT95E but maybe I'll try again. After my first view of the Audio Technica AT95E, I had more hope than ever than it could actually be a good buy. Thanks. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Shure-M91ED296884?hash=item3d14392eb4:g:JJcAAOSwwbdWQjt6, http://www.ebay.com/itm/EVG-STYLUS-329851?hash=item1eacb174fb:g:TdIAAOSw14xWQivz, from buffalo, ny and now live in santa clarita, (You must log in or sign up to reply here. Though it has to be said that the VM95 body is a step up, so to use the new styli on an older body may not realise the full performance. Set up with the AT-LP5 overhang template, it provides lots of little details my other carts do not, and has already become one of my go-to carts, even prior to final assessment. What phono stage are you using, is it particularly sensitive to variations in input level? For the first time ever everything on my turntable is working at once and I'm pleased with the sound I'm getting now. The Audio Technica AT95E will not make up for or hide the inadequacies of your record. Well, I've still ran into a bit of distortion on vocals here and there. It worried me. How much do I actually enjoy listening to music with one cartridge versus another? Have a search through Jico and LP Gear sites. The manual for the cartridge also mentioned that some turntables wouldn't have this. Distortion wasn't always present and didn't totally ruin the sound experience, but I started getting fixated on it and decided to see if adding a bit of weight would help. The Technics is fitted with a fully rebuild and re-wired tonearm terminating in a low capacitance OFC cable. Pre-mounted Audio Technica AT95E cartridge (removable head shell) Adjustable counterweight and anti-skate Adjustable pitch control Switchable pre-amp with RCA output Bluetooth output. If the arm/cart are not parallel to the record, you may (probably will) get more bass or more treble, depending on whether it's *ss up or down. In answer to your question, the shape of these arms accounts for the necessary offset angle of the cartridge for their given geometry, hence the fact that the headshell itself is perfectly straight. Id say that if you are considering going for a budget buy, the Audio Technica AT95E is probably one of the best you can get. On the Shure M447 with the N44GQ stylus what would recommend as far as tracking force for that, and how does it stack up against the AT95E? The half-inch standard mount AT95E phonograph cartridge offers outstanding clarity and detail. Set your tracking force to desired weight and VTA (vertical tracking angle), then set the needle on the blank side well it "playing". Ludovic. Sound Test: Ortofon 2M Red vs. Ortofon 2M Blue Comparison Review, Sound Test: Ortofon 2M Blue vs. VM540ML Comparison Review, Sound Test: AT95E vs. VM540ML Comparison Review, The 7 Best Cartridge Upgrades for Turntables. 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