The Audio-Technica AT-VM520xEB/H combo kit is built for listeners who want warmth, accuracy and cartridge versatility in one ready-to-mount package. Featuring the AT-VM520xEB elliptical bonded stylus pre-installed on a lightweight VMx headshell, this setup offers dynamic stereo separation with responsive playback across the full frequency range. Its dual magnet cartridge mirrors the groove geometry of a record cutter head, making it ideal for both archival and everyday listening.

Audio-Technica Stylus for Extended High-Frequency Detail

This combo also includes the AT-VMN50xSH Shibata replacement stylus, designed for deeper groove contact and reduced surface wear. Its 2.7 x 0.26 mil profile delivers high-frequency extension with a wide stereo image, making it a smart upgrade for audiophiles using cartridges like the AT-VM750xSH. The Shibata design improves detail retrieval while preserving vinyl quality over time.

VMx Headshell With Lightweight Aluminum Construction

The included VMx headshell offers low-mass performance and a secure fit with most tonearms. It's crafted from lightweight aluminum and includes alignment slots for accurate cartridge positioning. Combined with the AT-VM520xEB cartridge and Shibata stylus, this headshell helps ensure stable tracking, reduced resonance and long-lasting playback consistency across your collection.