--- title: What is the difference between the cartridges offered by Fluance? description: "Turntables help: What is the difference between the cartridges offered by Fluance. Official Fluance support." --- [Skip to content](https://support.fluance.com/s/article/what-is-the-difference-between-the-cartridge-fluance-offers#main-content) [![Fluance Logo White](https://support.fluance.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Fluance%20Logo%20White.png?width=189&height=25&name=Fluance%20Logo%20White.png)](https://www.fluance.com/) - TURNTABLES Show submenu for TURNTABLES - [Turntables](https://www.fluance.com/tt/turntables) - [Turntable Speaker Systems](https://www.fluance.com/tt/turntable-speaker-systems) - [Turntable Accesories](https://www.fluance.com/tt/turntable-accessories) - [POWERED SPEAKERS](https://www.fluance.com/powered-bookshelf-floorstanding-speakers) - HOME AUDIO Show submenu for HOME AUDIO - [Home Theater Systems](https://www.fluance.com/home-audio/home-theater-systems) - [Floorstanding](https://www.fluance.com/home-audio/floorstanding-speakers) - [Bookshelf, Surround & Bipolar](https://www.fluance.com/home-audio/bookshelf-surround-bipolar-speakers) - [Center Channel](https://www.fluance.com/home-audio/center-channel-speaker) - [Subwoofers](https://www.fluance.com/home-audio/subwoofer) - [Accessories](https://www.fluance.com/home-audio/accessories) - [OUR STORY](https://www.fluance.com/about) - [BLOG](https://www.fluance.com/blog) Open main navigation Close main navigation - TURNTABLES Show submenu for TURNTABLES - [Turntables](https://www.fluance.com/tt/turntables) - [Turntable Speaker Systems](https://www.fluance.com/tt/turntable-speaker-systems) - [Turntable Accesories](https://www.fluance.com/tt/turntable-accessories) - [POWERED SPEAKERS](https://www.fluance.com/powered-bookshelf-floorstanding-speakers) - HOME AUDIO Show submenu for HOME AUDIO - [Home Theater Systems](https://www.fluance.com/home-audio/home-theater-systems) - [Floorstanding](https://www.fluance.com/home-audio/floorstanding-speakers) - [Bookshelf, Surround & Bipolar](https://www.fluance.com/home-audio/bookshelf-surround-bipolar-speakers) - [Center Channel](https://www.fluance.com/home-audio/center-channel-speaker) - [Subwoofers](https://www.fluance.com/home-audio/subwoofer) - [Accessories](https://www.fluance.com/home-audio/accessories) - [OUR STORY](https://www.fluance.com/about) - [BLOG](https://www.fluance.com/blog) - - [Contact Us](https://support.fluance.com/s/kb-tickets/new) [Contact Us](https://support.fluance.com/s/kb-tickets/new?hsLang=en) YOUR GUIDE TO THE ULTIMATE AUDIO EXPERIENCE - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [Fluance Support Center](https://support.fluance.com/s?hsLang=en) 2. [Turntables](https://support.fluance.com/s/turntables?hsLang=en) 3. [Set Up](https://support.fluance.com/s/turntables?hsLang=en#set-up) # What is the difference between the cartridges offered by Fluance? Our Fluance turntables come in a number of models with a great selection of cartridges to choose from! This not only gives you great performance but also versatility and the ability to upgrade your turntables! All turntables come with the cartridge pre-installed and aligned on a removable headshell. **Audio-Technica ATN91** ![](https://support.fluance.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20Base%20Import/image-png-May-06-2026-03-22-24-2497-PM.png?width=210&height=210&name=image-png-May-06-2026-03-22-24-2497-PM.png) The ATN91 is included with our entry-level RT80 model. With its universal conical stylus, it provides good detail with some brightness and offers a very low replacement cost. STYLUS SHAPE: Conical STYLUS TIP: Bonded Diamond VERTICAL TRACKING FORCE: 2g +/- 0.5g VERTICAL TRACKING ANGLE: 20 degrees INCLUDED WITH: RT80 **Audio-Technica ATN95E** ![](https://support.fluance.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20Base%20Import/image-png-May-06-2026-03-22-45-8749-PM.png?width=210&height=211&name=image-png-May-06-2026-03-22-45-8749-PM.png) Described as the Swiss Army Knife of turntable cartridges. One of few stylus options with an elliptical stylus in its price range. Provides a balanced sound profile. The elliptical stylus allows for better tracking and improved sound quality over conical types. STYLUS SHAPE: Elliptical STYLUS TIP: Bonded Diamond VERTICAL TRACKING FORCE: 2g +/- 0.5g VERTICAL TRACKING ANGLE: 20 degrees INCLUDED WITH: RT81   **Audio-Technica AT-VM95E** ![](https://support.fluance.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20Base%20Import/image-png-May-06-2026-03-23-41-5329-PM.png?width=210&height=209&name=image-png-May-06-2026-03-23-41-5329-PM.png) The successor to the AT95E cartridge while also utilizing an elliptical bonded stylus, offers wider frequency range and greater output. The AT-VM95 cartridge is also compatible with the AT-VM95 family of styli allowing you to easily upgrade to a number of stylus types without having to change the cartridge. **STYLUS SHAPE:** Elliptical **STYLUS TIP:** Bonded Diamond **VERTICAL TRACKING FORCE:** 2g +/- 0.5g **VERTICAL TRACKING ANGLE:** 20 degrees **OUTPUT VOLTAGE:** 4.0mV **INCLUDED WITH:** RT81+ **UPGRADE OPTIONS:** **AT-VM95C** (Conical),   **AT-VM95EN** (Eliptical Nude), **AT-VM95ML** (Microlinear), **AT-VM95SH** (Shibata) **Ortofon OM10** ![](https://support.fluance.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20Base%20Import/image-png-May-06-2026-03-24-14-0602-PM.png?width=211&height=213&name=image-png-May-06-2026-03-24-14-0602-PM.png) Precise, accurate playback with a flat frequency response for natural sound. **STYLUS SHAPE:** Elliptical **STYLUS SIZE:** 0.3 x 0.7 mil (r/R 8/18 µm) **STYLUS TIP:** Bonded Diamond **VERTICAL TRACKING FORCE:** 1.5g +/- 0.25g **VERTICAL TRACKING ANGLE:** 20 degrees **OUTPUT VOLTAGE:** 4.0 mV **INCLUDED WITH:** RT82 **UPGRADE OPTIONS:** The OM Series are easily interchanged and include: Stylus 3E, 5, 5E, 10, 20, 30, 40 & 78 and D 25 M. **Ortofon 2M Red** ![](https://support.fluance.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20Base%20Import/image-png-May-06-2026-03-24-51-1913-PM.png?width=211&height=210&name=image-png-May-06-2026-03-24-51-1913-PM.png) Open, Dynamic sound with a touch of warmth. Uses the same cartridge engine as the 2M Blue and can be easily upgraded without additional adjustment. **STYLUS SHAPE:** Elliptical **STYLUS TIP:** Bonded Diamond **VERTICAL TRACKING FORCE:** 1.8g +/- 0.2g **VERTICAL TRACKING ANGLE:** 20 degrees **OUTPUT VOLTAGE:** 5.5 mV **INCLUDED WITH:** RT83 **UPGRADE OPTIONS:** The cartridge can accept a 2M Blue stylus. **Ortofon 2M Blue** ![](https://support.fluance.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20Base%20Import/image-png-May-06-2026-03-25-18-4576-PM.png?width=210&height=210&name=image-png-May-06-2026-03-25-18-4576-PM.png) Improved dynamics and resolution, more open and detailed compared to the 2M Red. The nude diamond stylus tip reduces the weight of the stylus tip and provides more detailed audio reproduction. **STYLUS SHAPE:** Elliptical **STYLUS TIP:** Nude Diamond **VERTICAL TRACKING FORCE:** 1.8g +/- 0.2g **VERTICAL TRACKING ANGLE:** 20 degrees **OUTPUT VOLTAGE:** 5.5 mV **INCLUDED WITH:** RT84, RT85, RT87  **Nagaoka MP-110** ![](https://support.fluance.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Knowledge%20Base%20Import/image-png-May-06-2026-03-25-54-4998-PM.png?width=210&height=210&name=image-png-May-06-2026-03-25-54-4998-PM.png) Successor of the classic MP-11, provides a level of realism to your music across any genre. **STYLUS SHAPE:** Elliptical **STYLUS TIP:** Bonded Diamond **VERTICAL TRACKING FORCE:** 1.5 to 2.0g (1.75g) **VERTICAL TRACKING ANGLE:** 31° **OUTPUT VOLTAGE:** 5mV **INCLUDED WITH:** RT85N   **Nagaoka MP-110** ![Vm95ML](https://support.fluance.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Vm95ML.png?width=209&height=203&name=Vm95ML.png)   A microlinear stylus from the AT-VM95 Cartridge family offering excellent channel separation and low distortion. The shape of the stylus allows it to track deeper in the groove for more contact, leading to improved detail. The AT-VM95 cartridge is also compatible with the AT-VM95 family of styli allowing you to easily upgrade to a number of stylus types without having to change the cartridge. **STYLUS SHAPE:** Microlinear **STYLUS TIP:** Nude square shank **VERTICAL TRACKING FORCE:** 1.8-2.2 g (2.0 g standard) **VERTICAL TRACKING ANGLE:** 23° **OUTPUT VOLTAGE:** 3.5 mV  **INCLUDED WITH:** RT87   - [Turntables](https://support.fluance.com/s/turntables?hsLang=en#main-content) - [Troubleshooting](https://support.fluance.com/s/turntables?hsLang=en#troubleshooting) - [Set Up](https://support.fluance.com/s/turntables?hsLang=en#set-up) - [Powered Speakers](https://support.fluance.com/s/powered-speakers?hsLang=en#main-content) - [Powered Speaker Set Up](https://support.fluance.com/s/powered-speakers?hsLang=en#powered-speaker-set-up) - [Powered Speaker Troubleshooting](https://support.fluance.com/s/powered-speakers?hsLang=en#powered-speaker-troubleshooting) - [Passive Speakers](https://support.fluance.com/s/passive-speakers?hsLang=en#main-content) - [Home Theater Set Up](https://support.fluance.com/s/passive-speakers?hsLang=en#home-theater-set-up) - [Home Theater Troubleshooting](https://support.fluance.com/s/passive-speakers?hsLang=en#home-theater-troubleshooting) - [International Resources](https://support.fluance.com/s/international-resources?hsLang=en) - [Videos](https://support.fluance.com/s/videos?hsLang=en) - [General Information](https://support.fluance.com/s/general-information?hsLang=en) - [Store Policies](https://support.fluance.com/s/store-policies?hsLang=en#main-content) - [Returns & Warranty](https://support.fluance.com/s/store-policies?hsLang=en#returns-warranty) - [Shipping](https://support.fluance.com/s/store-policies?hsLang=en#shipping) - [Billing & Payment](https://support.fluance.com/s/store-policies?hsLang=en#billing-payment) - ABOUT US - [Who We Are](https://www.fluance.com/about/) - [Fluance Blog](https://www.fluance.com/blog/) - [Professional Reviews](https://www.fluance.com/blog/category/professional-reviews/) - [Contests & Giveaways](https://www.fluance.com/contests-giveaways/) - [Why Choose Fluance?](https://www.fluance.com/why-choose-fluance/) - [Community & Environment](https://www.fluance.com/environmental-sustainability/) - [Glossary](https://www.fluance.com/glossary/) - PRODUCTS - [Turntables](https://www.fluance.com/turntables) - [Powered Bookshelf, Floorstanding Speakers](https://www.fluance.com/powered-bookshelf-floorstanding-speakers) - [Home Theater Systems](https://www.fluance.com/home-theater-systems) - [Floorstanding Speakers](https://www.fluance.com/floorstanding-speakers) - [Bookshelf, Surround & Bipolar Speakers](https://www.fluance.com/bookshelf-surround-bipolar-speakers) - [Center Channel Speakers](https://www.fluance.com/center-channel-speaker) - [Subwoofers](https://www.fluance.com/subwoofer) - [Accessories](https://www.fluance.com/accessories) - [Deals & Special Offers](https://www.fluance.com/deals-special-offers) - [Extended Warranty](https://www.fluance.com/extended-warranty) - [Discontinued](https://www.fluance.com/discontinued) - CUSTOMER SERVICE - [Support Center](https://support.fluance.com/s/) - [Contact Us](https://support.fluance.com/s/kb-tickets/new) - [My Account](https://www.fluance.com/customer/account) - [30 Day Risk Free in Home Trial](https://www.fluance.com/30-day-risk-free-in-home-trial) - [Fluance Policies](https://www.fluance.com/store-policies) - [Media Inquiries](https://www.fluance.com/media-inquiries) - [Bulk Purchases](https://www.fluance.com/bulkpurchases) - [Privacy Policy](https://www.fluance.com/privacy-policy/) - [Register your Product](https://www.fluance.com/registration/) - [Legal](https://www.fluance.com/legal/) © 2026 Fluance. All Rights Reserved.