Audio-Technica AT-VM740xML/H VMX Headshell/Cartridge Combo Kit

Premounted Turntable Cartridge and Headshell for Precise Vinyl Playback
The Audio-Technica AT-VM740xML/H is a headshell and cartridge combo kit designed to deliver accurate, detailed vinyl playback with minimal setup time. It pairs the AT-VM740xML dual moving magnet cartridge with the AT-LT10 universal 1/2-inch mount headshell, factory aligned and ready for installation. This combination is ideal for listeners who want high-performance analog sound without the complexity of mounting and aligning a cartridge from scratch.

Microlinear Stylus for Accurate Groove Tracking
The AT-VM740xML cartridge uses a microlinear stylus profile that traces record grooves with exceptional precision. This stylus shape maintains consistent contact with the groove walls, allowing it to retrieve fine musical detail while reducing distortion, especially on inner grooves. Compared to elliptical or conical styli, the microlinear design offers more accurate high-frequency response and improved tracking on complex recordings.

Dual Moving Magnet Design with Improved Channel Separation
This cartridge is built on Audio-Technica’s dual moving magnet architecture, which uses separate magnets for the left and right channels to closely match the geometry of the cutting head used to make records. Paratoroidal coil construction improves magnetic efficiency, resulting in better channel separation, balanced stereo imaging, and fast transient response. These design choices contribute to a clean, well-defined soundstage with precise left-right placement.

High Purity Copper Coils for Detailed Sound Reproduction
The internal coils are wound with Pure Copper Ultra High Drawability wire, using fewer turns to improve signal responsiveness. This coil design supports clear transient reproduction and a more dimensional listening experience. By reducing signal loss and maintaining consistency across the frequency range, the cartridge delivers articulate dynamics and controlled tonal balance.

Rigid Aluminum Construction for Reduced Resonance
The cartridge housing is made from die-cast aluminum to minimize unwanted vibration and resonance. This rigid construction helps preserve signal integrity by reducing mechanical coloration during playback. An aluminum tapered cantilever further reduces mass near the stylus tip, allowing faster energy transfer and improved tracking accuracy.

User Friendly Mounting and Stylus Protection
Threaded inserts in the cartridge body make mounting easier, especially on integrated tonearms where access to mounting hardware can be limited. The flip-up stylus protector includes a V-shaped cutout that clearly indicates stylus position, helping users lower the needle accurately onto the record. The cartridge is compatible with standard 1/2-inch headshell mounts and supports a wide range of AT-VMx replacement styli.