Music Hall Melody

Audio Technica AT-VM95SH

The AT-VM95SH, features a Nude Shibata stylus, one of the most acclaimed stylus format by high end audiophiles. The Shibata stylus produces mid and bass sounds strong and rich in addition to offer a frequency response up to 25,000 Hz. Aluminium cantilever 3.5mV output voltage Compatible body with all VM95 Series stylus assemblies 20 to 25,000Hz frequency response VM95 Series - Styli compatibility Every cartridge diamond stylus becomes worn after a period of play. Around 500 hours for a conical stylus, 300 hours for an Elliptical stylus, 1000 hours for a Microlinear stylus, and 800 hours for a Shibata stylus. Our VM95 Series dual moving magnet cartridges can be used almost forever by replacing the interchangeable stylus. It is no longer necessary to purchase a complete cartridge when your diamond is worn out, you can simply buy the matching replacement stylus, but also enjoy the experience of upgrading your cartridge with a different stylus. The six models of VM95 Series cartridges all use the same electromagnetic engine-body, therefore each of the six replacement styli are perfectly compatible. AT-VMN95C, AT-VMN95E, AT-VMN95EN, AT-VMN95ML, AT-VMN95SH, AT-VMN95SP AT-VM9E Series compatibility with the AT-XP Series DJ Cartridges The electromagnetic engine-body of XP-Series, is fully compatible with all replacement styli of VM95 Series and will deliver more output voltage than VM95 Series cartridge. So providing improved compatibility with phono inputs of Professional DJ Mixers. VM95 Series electromagnetic engine-body is also compatible with the three replacement styli of the DJ cartridge AT-XP Series, nevertheless, the electromagnetic engine-body of XP-Series, will deliver more output voltage than VM95 Series cartridge in order to provide better compatibility with phono inputs of Professional DJ Mixers. Note that typical tracking force when using XP Series styli is three grams as opposed to two grams for VM95 Series styli. The suspension design and compliance of XP-Series styli have been optimized for intensive DJ’ing, including possible manual cueing and back-cueing. The VM95 Series suspension design and compliances of VM95 Series have been designed for optimum audiophile reproduction. ATN-XP7, ATN-XP5, ATN-XP3 Shibata Stylus Provides a beautiful mid-high range Shibata-signature sound and strong mid-range volume. No use of nuts VM95 Series cartridges features two M2.6 threaded inserts allowing the installation of the cartridge onto tonearm or removable headshell without the use of nuts.Each cartridge is provided with one pair of 8mm M2.6 screws, one pair of 11mm M2.6 screws and two plastic washers.

219 €

Music Hall Spirit

Our best budget cartridge!The music hall Spirit is a supremely musical, moving magnet phono cartridge.Developed and built specially for Music Hall by Audio Technica, this little gem incorporates a low-mass cantilever and an elliptical stylus tip that gets down deep into the grooves (pun intended) and sets the music free.The Spirit is as easy to use as it is compatible, performing admirably with a wide range of tonearms and turntables. Built for longevity, it features a user-replaceable stylus.

85 €

Audio Technica VM740ML

Dual Moving Magnet Stereo Cartridge A high-end model featuring a MicroLine™ stylus in an aluminium die-cast alloy body. In addition to outstanding high-frequency reproduction, this model enables clear sound image localisation. Aluminium tapered cantilever Para-toroidal coils improve generating efficiency Centre shield plate between the left and right channels reduces crosstalk Die-cast aluminium alloy housing reduces vibration and adds a natural electrical shield Audio-Technica’s internationally-patented Dual Magnet design replicates the structure of the cutter head. Instead of using a single, large magnet, the two magnets are arranged in the shape of a "V". The two magnets are positioned precisely to match the positions of the left and right channels in the stereo groove walls. Consequently, the VM design ensures outstanding channel separation, extended frequency response and superb tracking. Para-toroidal generating system Para-toroidal coils improve generating efficiency and offer superb linearity since leakage of magnetic flux in this continuous and unitised magnetic circuit is low. Permeability of the cores is also optimised through the use of laminated cores. Centre shield plate reduces crosstalk A permalloy centre shield plate enables the effective separation of left and right channels, suppressing electrical crosstalk to below 40dB. This is similar to the actual crosstalk value found in the grooves of the record itself. Type VM Type Mounting 1/2” centres Frequency Response 20 - 27,000Hz Channel Separation 28dB (1kHz) Output Channel Balance 1.0dB (1kHz) Output Voltage 4.0mV (1kHz, 5cm/sec.) Vertical Tracking Angle 23˚ Vertical Tracking Force Range 1.8 – 2.2g (2.0g standard) Stylus Shape MicroLine™ Stylus Size 0.12 x 2.2 mil Stylus Construction Nude Square Shank Cantilever Aluminium Tapered Pipe Coil Impedance 2,700Ω (1kHz) Static Compliance 40 x 10-6 cm/dyne Dynamic Compliance 10 x 10-6 cm/dyne (100Hz) Recommended Load Impedance 47,000Ω Recommended Load Capacitance 100 – 200pF Weight 8.0g Dimensions 17.3 (H) x 17.0 (W) x 28.2 (L) mm Replacement Stylus VMN40ML Accessories Included Cartridge installation screws 5mm ×2 and 10mm ×2, Washer ×2, Hexagon nut ×2, Non-magnetic screwdriver ×1, Brush ×1, Lead wire set ×1

339 €

Audio Technica VM540ML

The VM540ML MicroLine® stylus cartridge is the premier 500 Series model in Audio-Technica’s new VM cartridge line – a line that harks back to A-T’s early days as a manufacturer primarily of high-end phono cartridges, while also incorporating today’s advanced technology. Like all VM cartridges, the VM540ML is equipped with dual magnets that are positioned to match the left and right channels in the stereo record groove for outstanding channel separation and extended frequency response.The cartridge’s MicroLine® stylus allows it to trace the record groove with incredible accuracy, resulting in nuanced audio reproduction that elliptical and conical styli simply can’t match. The stylus’s multilevel shape also wears better than other styli, while reducing the wear on your records. Includes mounting hardware. Specifications:Frequency Response: 20-27,000 HzChannel Separation: 28 dB (1 kHz)Vertical Tracking Force: 1.8-2.2 g (2.0 g standard)Stylus Construction: Nude square shankRecommended Load Impedance: 47,000 ohmsOutput: 4.0 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)Channel Balance: 1.0 dB (1 kHz)Stylus Shape: 2.2 x 0.12 mil MicroLine®Cantilever: Aluminum tapered pipeMount: Half-inchReplacement Stylus: VMN40M 

269 €

Nagaoka MP-200

The Nagaoka MP-200 phonograph cartridge offers superior clarity, detail and dynamic contrast.Features:Superfine polished special eliptical diamond stylusPowerfull samarium cobalt magnetHardened low-mass, tapered aluminum alloy cantilever for very high fidelityCarbon fibre reinforced plastic shoeAnti ferro magnetic permalloy shield casingSpecifications:Type: Moving magnetCantilever: High-strength BoronStylus type: Superfine elliptical diamondWeight: 6.5 gOutput voltage: 1kHz,5cm/sec: 4mVFrequency response: 20Hz-23kHzChannel balance: 1kHz: > 1.5dBChannel separation: 1kHz: > 25dBRecommended loading: 47k ohmsDynamic compliance: 7.2 x 10-6 cm/dyneStatic compliance: 20 x 10-6 cm/dyne Tracking force range: 1.5 - 2.0 g

489 €

Nagaoka MP-300

The Nagaoka MP-300 phonograph cartridge offers sophistication, refinement and high-definition at all audible frequencies thus making it one of our favorite phonograph cartridges. It is nimble on the grooves and easy on the ears so you keep on wanting to listen. The Nagaoka MP300 is an advanced technology cartridge that is destined to become a classic out of the box.Features:Exclusive super rigid body for ultra resonance and superb fidelitySuperfine polished special eliptical bonded diamond stylusPowerfull samarium cobalt magnetHardened low-mass, high strenght boron cantileverCarbon fibre reinforced plastic shoeAnti ferro magnetic permalloy shield casingSpecifications:Output voltage: 3mVFrequency response: 20 to 25,000HzChannel separation: 27dBChannel balance: 1.0dB or lessLoad resistance: 47K ohmsCantilever: boronStylus tip: 0.4 x 0.7 mil, diamondStylus pressure: 1.3 to 1.8gCartridge weight: 8gHeadshell weight: 13.5g

780 €

Ortofon 2M Black

Κεφαλή ΜΜ(κινητού μαγνήτη)Προδιαγραφές:Output voltage at 1000 Hz, 5cm/sec.5 mVChannel balance at 1 kHz1 dBChannel separation at 1 kHz26 dBChannel separation at 15 kHz15 dBFrequency range at - 3dB20-31.000 HzFrequency response20-20.000 + 2 / - 0 dBTracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force80 µmCompliance, dynamic, lateral22 µm/mNStylus typeNude ShibataStylus tip radiusr/R 6/50 µmTracking force range1,4-1,7g (14-17 mN)Tracking force, recommended1,5 g (15 mN)Tracking angle20°Internal impedance, DC resistance1,2 kOhmInternal inductance630 mHRecommended load resistance47 kOhmRecommended load capacitance150-300 pFCartridge colour, body/stylusBlack/BlackCartridge weight7,2 g 

599 €

Ortofon 2M Blue

Κεφαλή ΜΜ(κινητού μαγνήτη)Προδιαγραφές:Output voltage at 1000 Hz, 5cm/sec.5,5 mVChannel balance at 1 kHz 1,5 dBChannel separation at 1 kHz25 dBChannel separation at 15 kHz15 dBFrequency range at - 3dB20-25.000 HzFrequency response20-20.000 Hz + 2 / - 1 dBTracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force80 µmCompliance, dynamic, lateral20 µm/mNStylus typeNude EllipticalStylus tip radiusr/R 8/18 µmTracking force range1,6-2,0g (16-20 mN)Tracking force, recommended1,8 g (18 mN)Tracking angle20°Internal impedance, DC resistance1,3 kOhmInternal inductance700 mHRecommended load resistance47 kOhmRecommended load capacitance150-300 pFCartridge colour, body/stylusBlack/BlueCartridge weight7,2 g 

209 €

Ortofon 2M Red

With the 2M Red you will hear the music come to life on its own terms. It is like taking a step into music itself. This is our entry-level cartridge in the series, but what an entry.Featues:The 2M Red features a tipped Elliptical diamond and split pole pins with a copper wire. The engine provides an increased output of 5.5 mV and an optimized sound reproduction and a high level of sonic accuracy. Designed for easy mounting of the cartridge, and for the weight and size to fit the most common turntables on the market today. The 2M Series provides excellent compatibility when used in an assortment of playback systems and with a wide variety of phono preamps. 2M Red delivers an open, dynamic sound with a slight touch of warmth.

109 €

Grado Prestige Gold 3

Mellow YellowBoth the Silver3 and Gold3 use a four piece OTL cantilever with a Grado specific elliptical diamond stylus mounted on a brass bushing. With the Silver3 and Gold3, a machined turned generator is used to achieve a lower distortion and greater transparency. The Gold3 are hand selected from Silver3 production runs which meet higher test specifications. Approximately 5% of the run usually exhibits these specs and become a Gold3.Grado’s OTL, or optimized transmission line, technology provides an ideal transfer of signal from the surface of the LP to the generator of the system.This technology rejects unwanted resonances and lowers distortion preserving the fundamental and harmonic frequencies of the music. This also helps keep noise generated by the motor system in the cartridge to a minimum.Grado’s OTL stylus/cantilever design makes records sound quieter, improves the height, width, and depth of the soundstage, and present more detail than previously obtainable.The Silver3 & Gold3 are all hand assembled by our team in Brooklyn, with some builders having over 25 years of experience. With the recent development of the highly received Lineage Series of cartridges, we were able to have a trickle down of technology and bring a new technique to the Silver3 & Gold3. This updated series of cartridges offers excellent tonal balance, dynamics, and realism, for a most rewarding reproduction of vocals and instruments. Our coil winding techniques, using ultra high purity copper wire which were honed during the development of the Lineage Series, have let the electrical circuits achieve unison between the four coils in each phono cartridge. This allows for a precise balance between channels and accurate stereo imaging.As in all Grado phono cartridges the Silver3 & Gold3 are powered by a twin magnet system that optimizes the balance between stereo channels. All internal magnetic circuit parts are held to extremely high tolerances creating the desired stereo imaging. Grado’s patented Flux-Bridger design allows the Silver3 & Gold3 to have one of the lowest effective moving mass generating systems while creating an excellent balance throughout the full frequency range.The development of the Epoch in the Lineage Series gave us an in-depth experience with using an outer housing as a damping device. This led to the creation of a process which de-stresses the chassis and dissipates unwanted energy & resonant frequencies, allowing the desired signal to travel freely.

338 €