Audio-Technica VM530EN Dual Moving Magnet Stereo Cartridge with Elliptical stylus Orange

The media could not be loaded.  Loved the sound bright, good separation and digs the sound out. Took off my MC AT33EV at £389 because it sounded dull and lack lustre. Glad I chose this as it is a superb cartridge. A win win and sounds do good on my linn lp12 ittok lv2 arm. Buy it you won’t be disappointed.

I have been testing a few carts over the last month having recently upgraded my tonearm. I've had Ortofon Red & Blue, Nagaoka MP110 and MP150 and this cart, for me at least, this is the one I prefer. It's got great detail, copes well with old and new vinyl, doesn't have too much personality, which I like, with firm bass and great separation. It is a little more energetic than the Nagaokas, which are warmer, some could say it's a bit 'bright' but I'll see how it sounds after it's been run in. For me, it's the best cart so far in the under £185 price bracket.

I bought this as a replacement to an Audio Technica AT120Eb. I've recommisioned an old Heybrook TT2 turntable and have been buying successively more expensive cartridges, which a marked improvement with each purchase. This cartridge is no exception in the improvement in quality. It is head and shoulders above the AT 120Eb in terms of level of detail, musicality and overall sound picture. Yes it is expensive, but the performance it delivers make it worth it.

I upgraded my Audio Technica LP5’s standard AT95EX cartridge with the VM530EN. The difference was immediate. Sharper bass, more defined treble and a more controlled mid-range.The best cartridge I have tried at this price level. Bargain.

I read the reviews and made my purchase accordingly. At first, after careful setting up I was disappointed, the cartridge was clearly precise but lacked much bottom end. However having had it working for only a day I can't believe the improvement. As it is wearing in the sound is opening up. It is very precise, the separation is very well defined and the bottom end is growing all the time whilst remaining totally balanced.

Purchased to replace a damaged AT440mla. After just a few days I am highly impressed with the clarity and separation of this outstanding cartridge and stylus. Highly recommended - a very impressive piece of audio kit at an extremely attractive price.

Incredible my Audio-Technica turntable sounds unbelievable. Just ensure your records are super clean!

It is excellent at reproducing the sounds of the orchestra

It produces a very good response in mid and high frequency sounds. It brought my old Dual 1228 turntable back to life:)

Primeira vez que compro uma agulha premium, estilo nude. Ela cumpre o que promete, alta definiçao, e sensibilidade excelente. Mas, para ser franco, não sei se é a melhor agulha paa meus ouvidos, discos ou equipamentos. Escuto principalmente rock, e para este estilo, minha agulha ortofon om2red ou a Grado black parecem que soam melhor, mais natural. Para os que buscam uma experiência sonora diferenciada, escutar jazz e derivados, acho que deve ser mais gratificante. Aliás, essa agulha não é pra vinil sujo, soará o dobro de plic plocs...

Bonne qualité musicale, restitution très correctBon rapport qualité prix

Delivers everything i want . Bass , highs , mids . No igd at all . Top !!

Super sound on my 45 year old Thorens 165.