{"product_id":"cambridge-audio-alva-st-cartridge-audio-technica-at-vm95e","title":"Cambridge Audio Alva ST Cartridge (Audio-Technica AT-VM95E)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCambridge Audio Alva ST Cartridge (Audio-Technica AT-VM95E)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cambridge Audio Alva ST cartridge is the Audio-Technica AT-VM95E, the moving magnet cartridge supplied with and matched to Cambridge Audio Alva turntables. Part of the popular VM95 Series, it features a 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical stylus for half-inch mount turntables, with a powerful 4.0 mV output, exceptional channel separation, and low distortion for superior tonal quality. A durable, low-resonance housing with threaded inserts mounts to a headshell with just two screws, and interchangeable AT-VMN95 series styli fit across all VM95 Series cartridges. Available now at Vinyl Sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe matched cartridge for Cambridge Alva turntables\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are replacing a worn cartridge on a Cambridge Alva turntable or restoring one to factory sound, the Alva ST cartridge is the direct, matched choice. Its bonded elliptical diamond tracks the groove more accurately than a conical stylus for cleaner detail and better high-frequency reproduction, and because every VM95 Series stylus is interchangeable, you can later step up to a more advanced VM95 profile without replacing the whole cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual moving magnet (MM) phono cartridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudio-Technica AT-VM95E (VM95 Series)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStylus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBonded elliptical, 0.3 x 0.7 mil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHalf-inch (standard) with threaded inserts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.0 mV (per manufacturer VM95E spec)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTracking force\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.75 - 2.00 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReplacement stylus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAT-VMN95E (VM95 Series styli interchangeable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible turntables\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCambridge Audio Alva series and any half-inch mount deck with an MM phono input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Cambridge Alva ST cartridge?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Cambridge Alva ST cartridge is the Audio-Technica AT-VM95E, a dual moving magnet cartridge with a 0.3 x 0.7 mil bonded elliptical stylus and 4.0 mV output. It is the cartridge matched to Cambridge Audio Alva turntables and makes an easy upgrade or replacement for any half-inch mount deck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Alva ST the same as the Audio-Technica AT-VM95E?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. The Alva ST is the AT-VM95E from Audio-Technica's VM95 Series. That means AT-VMN95 series replacement styli fit it directly, including the elliptical AT-VMN95E and higher profiles like microlinear or Shibata.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat turntables is it compatible with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt fits Cambridge Audio Alva turntables and any turntable with a standard half-inch mount headshell, using two screws through its threaded inserts. As a moving magnet cartridge, use it with an MM phono input or phono stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat tracking force should I set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSet the tracking force between 1.75 and 2.00 g, with 2.0 g recommended. Balance the tonearm first, then dial in the counterweight to this range for the best tracking and record care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I buy the Cambridge Alva ST cartridge in the USA?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Cambridge Alva ST cartridge (AT-VM95E) is available at Vinyl Sound with shipping across the USA. Order online or contact us for fitment and turntable pairing advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOrder the Cambridge Alva ST cartridge online at Vinyl Sound with shipping across the USA, or explore more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinylsound.com\/collections\/cambridge-audio\"\u003eCambridge Audio\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinylsound.com\/collections\/cartridges\"\u003ephono cartridges and styli\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinylsound.com\/collections\/all-turntables\"\u003eturntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cambridge Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67594966106419,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/0293\/0739\/files\/CambridgeAudioAlvaSTCartridge_Audio-TechnicaAT-VM95E.png?v=1790741376","url":"https:\/\/vinylsound.com\/products\/cambridge-audio-alva-st-cartridge-audio-technica-at-vm95e","provider":"Vinyl Sound USA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}