Bonded Stylus Models
In a bonded (or jointed) stylus, a diamond tip is 
glued on a metal shank that is itself glued into 
the hole of the cantilever. This type of stylus is 
generally less expensive to produce, but provides 
an excellent option for the casual listener.
VM95 Series 
Cartridges
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Perfect for casual listener 
searching for a reliable 
cost-eective cartridge 
Conical
Ideal step-up model. The nude 
elliptical tip is lighter and follows 
the groove of your records with 
more precision 
Microlinear (ridge shape) allows 
for more precise contact with record 
grooves leading to higher fidelity 
and less inner groove distortion  
Premier VM95 cartidge. Shibata 
shape has two longer, narrower 
radii, allowing more surface contact 
resulting in an extended frequency 
response and a highly detailed 
listening experience
Elliptical Microlinear ShibataConical (78 rpm)Elliptical
Next generation of the legendary 
95E, considered one of the finest 
entry-level phono cartridges 
ever produced
Designed for use with 78 rpm/shellac 
or short play (SP) records
AT-VM95C
Dual Moving Magnet Cartridge
with Conical Bonded Stylus
AT-VM95EN
Dual Moving Magnet Cartridge
with Elliptical Nude Stylus 
AT-VM95ML
Dual Moving Magnet Cartridge
with Microlinear Nude Stylus  
AT-VM95SH
Dual Moving Magnet Cartridge
with Shibata Nude Stylus
AT-VM95E
Dual Moving Magnet Cartridge
with Elliptical Bonded Stylus
AT-VM95SP
Dual Moving Magnet Cartridge
with Conical Bonded Stylus
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R = 0.3 mil R = 3 mil
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R = 0.6 mil
Nude Stylus Models
Nude styli, shaped from whole diamonds, are 
more costly than bonded styli. But because of their 
lower mass, nude styli track more accurately. Also, 
since our nude styli are grain-oriented, with their 
longest-wearing faces touching the record surface, 
they last longer.
STYLUS FRONT VIEW STYLUS FRONT VIEW
STYLUS HORIZONTAL CROSS SECTION STYLUS HORIZONTAL CROSS SECTION
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R = 0.3 mil R = 0.12 mil R = 0.26 mil
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Diamond
(bonded to metal)
Metal Whole diamond