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Audio Technica Elliptical Bonded Stylus for VM95 Series Cartridges
ATVMN95E
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Product Overview
Key Features
- Elliptical bonded stylus for VM95 series cartridges
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Audio Technica
- Model Number:
- ATVMN95E
- Type:
- Turntable Accessory
General Information
- Colour:
- Black
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 1 Year
General Information
- Colour:
- Black
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 104
- Box Width (mm):
- 30
- Box Depth (mm):
- 72
- Box Weight (kg):
- 0
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At a glance
This replacement stylus is made for Audio Technica VM95 cartridge bodies and suits vinyl listeners who want a simple sound upgrade or refresh without replacing the full cartridge. Its elliptical bonded tip helps improve clarity on vocals and cymbals, especially near the end of a record side. The main limitation is that it only fits VM95 bodies and is not compatible with older AT95 models.
What it’s great for
- Vinyl Playback
- Stylus Replacement
- Everyday Record Listening
- Inner-Groove Tracking Improvement
Where it works best
- Home Hi-Fi Systems
- Living Rooms
- Dedicated Listening Spaces
Who it’s for
- Vinyl Enthusiast
- Home Listener
- VM95 Cartridge Owner
- Entry Hi-Fi Upgrader
Things to consider
It is a practical upgrade over a conical stylus, but premium stylus profiles can deliver even finer detail retrieval and tracking performance.
Device compatibility
Audio Technica VM95 series cartridge bodies only; not compatible with older AT95 models or other Audio Technica cartridge families
Portability rating
9/10 - Compact and easy to store or carry as a spare stylus accessory
Durability score
7/10 - Built for regular playback use, with a typical stylus lifespan of about 300 to 500 hours depending on record care
Music enthusiast suitability
8/10 - A strong fit for listeners wanting better tracking and cleaner playback than entry conical options
Key benefits
- Elliptical bonded tip: Tracks record grooves more accurately than a conical stylus for cleaner vocals and cymbals.
- VM95 series fitment: Lets existing VM95 owners refresh playback without replacing the entire cartridge body.
- Simple slide-on replacement: Makes stylus swaps straightforward when the cartridge body stays mounted in the headshell.
- Improved inner-groove performance: Helps reduce end-of-side distortion compared with a basic conical option.
- Focused compatibility: Designed specifically for VM95 cartridge bodies for a direct replacement experience.
- Typical stylus life: Around 300 to 500 playing hours, giving a clear replacement window with normal care and clean records.
- Black finish: Matches the look of compatible VM95 cartridge setups for a neat, understated appearance.
- 1 year manufacturer's warranty: Adds reassurance for buyers replacing a worn stylus.
Q: Is ATVMN95E a full cartridge or just a replacement stylus
A: ATVMN95E is a replacement stylus, not a complete cartridge. It is made to slide onto an existing Audio Technica VM95 cartridge body, so it will not work on its own without that matching body already fitted.
Q: Can I upgrade from a VM95 conical stylus to this
A: Yes. ATVMN95E fits VM95 cartridge bodies, so it can replace a conical VM95 stylus on the same body. The main change is more precise groove tracing, especially toward the end of a record side, rather than a full cartridge swap.
Q: Will this work on any half-inch mount turntable setup
A: Only if the turntable already has a VM95 cartridge body fitted. A half-inch mount headshell does not make this stylus universal, because the stylus must match the cartridge body, not just the turntable mounting standard.
Q: Do I need cartridge alignment after swapping this stylus
A: Usually not, if the VM95 cartridge body stays mounted in the headshell during the swap. If the body is removed or knocked out of position, the alignment should be checked before playing records to avoid tracking issues.
Q: Is an elliptical stylus forgiving with older or worn records
A: An elliptical stylus tracks more precisely than a conical tip, which can improve detail and inner-groove performance. The trade-off is that groove wear, dirt and record damage can be easier to hear on rougher records.