Built for 78 RPM Playback with Precision and Power
The Audio-Technica AT-VM670xSP is a dual moving magnet phono cartridge specifically designed for playing 78 RPM mono records with accuracy and warmth. Featuring a 3.0 mil conical bonded stylus, it’s engineered to match the wider groove structure of older shellac records. This specialized cartridge delivers focused mono audio with reduced surface noise, making it an essential tool for vinyl collectors, restoration professionals, and archivists seeking high-quality playback of vintage recordings.

Conical Stylus Optimized for Wide-Groove Shellac Records
The 3.0 mil conical bonded stylus is purpose-built for 78 RPM records, offering full contact with the groove walls and improved fidelity over standard stereo cartridges. Its wider radius aligns properly with older mono pressings, ensuring accurate tracking without groove damage. If you’re digitizing archival material or simply enjoying your vintage record collection, this stylus provides the sonic character and depth that conventional stereo styli can’t replicate.

Mono Cartridge Design for Reduced Noise and Clear Center Imaging
Unlike stereo cartridges, the AT-VM670xSP terminates the left and right channels internally for true mono output. This not only reduces surface noise but also tightens the sound image to the center, exactly as it was intended during mono recording. The dual connected magnets further enhance this center-focused performance, delivering detailed, low-noise audio ideal for both casual and professional listening environments.

Advanced Coil Construction with Premium PCUHD Copper
Internally, the cartridge uses dual paratoroidal coils wound with Pure Copper Ultra High Drawability (PCUHD) wire. These coils are arranged in a stacked configuration per channel and feature fewer turns than previous models. This improves efficiency and transient response, allowing the cartridge to react more quickly to musical dynamics. The result is a more articulate and lifelike reproduction of the original performance, even from decades-old source material.

Quick and Hassle-Free Installation for Any 1/2 Inch Headshell
Designed for convenience, the AT-VM670xSP installs using a standard 1/2" mount and only requires two screws—no nuts needed. The integrated V-cut stylus guard makes it easy to cue records with precision while protecting the stylus when not in use. The cartridge’s lightweight design and compatibility with common headshells make it an easy upgrade for most manual and automatic turntables.

Durable Construction with Vibration-Reducing Materials
The cartridge body is housed in a low-resonance polymer that helps minimize unwanted vibrations and feedback. Coupled with a lightweight aluminum cantilever, the stylus remains in consistent contact with the groove, reducing playback errors and distortion. These design choices result in a smoother, more reliable listening experience across a wide range of vintage records.