Denon - DL-103R MC Phono Cartridge - Black

The apex of our 3 new Oysters, Moonstone is dressed to impress. Further reducing moving-mass & output and topped off with our listen-tested 0.3 x 0.7mil elliptical diamond, Moonstone transcribes sonic imagery with weight, richness, depth & sparkle. Texture is keenly realistic. The sonic image is suspended and well-controlled over a nearly-absent noise floor, providing fantastic clarity without etch nor confusion. Compatible with MM preamps and the vast majority of tonearms out there, Moonstone is a must-have for audiophiles on a budget.

The sonic presentation of Blue Point No. 3 harkens back to vintage Shure & Stanton MMs remembered for their smoothness. With our tried & true MC generator system, that smoothness is enhanced with the subtlety & nuance you’d expect from a Sumiko MC. First and foremost – and if ever the word were appropriate – Blue Point No. 3 assembles its sonic picture from the ground up with its oh-so buttery low-end response. Bass enthusiasts are in for a treat here. Full & warm yet defined & textured, the coziness of the bass will invite you right in. It doesn’t stop there, however. You can expect the similar lushness through the mids that remain decipherable, high-frequency attack & decay that’s simply sweet & airy.

Step Into the MusicThe 2M Premounted is for customers who wish direct and easy mounting and replacement on their S-shaped tonearm.  With the 2M Red you will hear the music come to life on its own terms. It is like taking a step into the music itself. This is Ortofon’s entry-level cartridge in the series but what an entry.FeaturesOpen Dynamic SoundSplit Pole Pin TechnologyOptimized Sound ReproductionAccuracy levelWith the 2M Red you will hear the music come to life on its own terms. It is like taking a step into the music itself. This is Ortofon’s entry-level cartridge in the series but what an entry. The 2M Red delivers an open dynamic sound with a slight touch of warmth.CompatibilityThe 2M Premounted is for customers who wish direct and easy mounting and replacement on their S-shaped tonearm. The SH-4 headshell's resilience and stability are enhanced by its slender and refined design. A robust yet lightweight construction coupled with an ergonomic extended finger lift ensures easy handling and pickup.Split Pole Pin TechnologyThe 2M Red features Ortofon’s very own invention: the split pole pins with a copper wire that gives you a sound reproduction so precise only your heart dares skip a beat.SH-4 HeadshellThe 2M is mounted on a classic Ortofon SH-4 headsheel and is for customers who wish direct and easy mounting and replacement on their S-shaped tonearm.OutputThe engine provides an increased output of 5.5 mV optimized sound reproduction and a high level of sonic accuracy. What's in the Box2M Red Premounted MM Phono CartridgeSpecificationsChannel balance at 1 kHz: 1.5 dBOutput voltage at 1 kHz 5cm/sec: 5.5 mVChannel seperation at 1 kHz: 22 dBChannel seperation at 15 kHz: 15 dBFrequency response 20 Hz - 20 kHz: + 3 / - 1 dBTracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force: 70 µmCompliance dynamic lateral: 20 µm/mNStylus type: EllipticalStylus tip radius: r/R 8/18 µmTracking force range: 1.6-2.0 g (16-20 mN)Tra