Audio-Technica VM610MONO | Dedicated Mono Dual Moving Magnet Cartridge
Authentic Mono Sound. Zero Interference. Experience your mono record collection as it was meant to be heard. The Audio-Technica VM610MONO is a specialized cartridge from the 600 Series, featuring internal wiring and a dedicated body designed exclusively for monaural sound reproduction. While stereo cartridges pick up unnecessary vertical noise from mono grooves, the VM610MONO focuses purely on the musical signal, delivering a rock-solid, centered soundstage with significantly lower surface noise.
Why a Dedicated Mono Cartridge?
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Pure Mono Wiring: The internal coils are wired to eliminate the pickup of vertical “noise” (which doesn’t exist in mono recordings), resulting in a much cleaner, more powerful audio signal compared to a stereo cartridge.
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Dual Magnet System: Equipped with dual magnets that are internally connected to focus the output, ensuring a rich, punchy, and authentic monophonic experience.
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0.6 mil Conical Stylus: The precision-bonded conical tip is perfectly suited for the wider grooves of vintage mono LPs and modern 33⅓ and 45 RPM mono pressings.
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Para-toroidal Generation: High-efficiency coils ensure linear signal transmission and exceptional clarity, bringing out the true dynamics of the performance.
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Universal 1/2″ Mount: A standard mounting design that fits a wide range of modern and vintage tonearms.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Details |
| Type | Dedicated Mono (Moving Magnet) |
| Stylus Profile | 0.6 mil Conical |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 20,000 Hz |
| Output Voltage | 3.0 mV (at 1 kHz) |
| Tracking Force | 1.8 – 2.2g (2.0 g standard) |
| Load Impedance | 47,000 Ω |
| Product Weight | 6.4 g |













