Audio-Technica AT-VM745xML

Audio-Technica AT-VM745xML – High-fidelity pickup cartridge, part of the top VMx series from Audio-Technica. Combining the precision of the microlinear stylus with fast signal transmission through a solid boron cantilever, the AT-VM745xML delivers a detailed sound experience, with impeccable stereo separation and remarkable dynamic playback.

Its sophisticated design with dual moving magnet and stacked coils optimises electromagnetic efficiency, while the die-cast aluminium housing reduces vibrations for enhanced fidelity.

Main features:

• High-end MM cartridge for Hi-Fi pickup
• Recommended for premium home Hi-Fi | Advanced audio fidelity playback | High-end systems | LP and EP records with wide dynamics | Genres with sonic refinement: jazz, classical, acoustic, ambient electronica
• Naked microlinear stylus – ultra-precise tracking, exceptional details
• Solid boron cantilever – fast transmission, clear and rapid musical dynamics playback
• Output voltage: 3.7 mV
• Channel separation: 26 dB at 1 kHz
• Extended frequency response: 20 – 27,000 Hz
• Recommended tracking force: 2.0 g
• Rigid die-cast aluminium body – minimising vibrations and resonances
• Easy mounting – threaded inserts + stylus protector with V-guidance
• Replacement stylus: AT-VMN45xML (sold separately)
• Included:
  • M2.6 screws (lengths: 10 mm × 2, 8 mm × 2, 5 mm × 2)
  • Washers × 2
  • Non-magnetic screwdriver
  • Stylus cleaning brush
  • Threaded hole: M2.6 × 2

Technical specifications:

• Type: Dual moving magnet (VMx)
• Stylus: Naked microlinear (2.2 × 0.12 mil)
• Boron rod, Ø 0.28 mm
• Coil impedance: 3.2 kΩ
• Coil inductance: 480 mH
• DC resistance: 750 Ω
• Recommended load impedance: 47 kΩ
• Recommended loading capacitance: 150 – 250 pF
• Vertical tracking angle: 20°
• Static compliance: 20 × 10^-6 cm/dyne
• Dynamic compliance: 7 × 10^-6 cm/dyne (100 Hz)
• Channel balance: 1.0 dB (1 kHz)
• Dimensions: 29 × 18.3 × 17.5 mm
• Weight: 8.8 g