Ortofon - 2M 78 Moving Magnet Cartridge (Black/Silver) - Silver/Black

Special for 2M Red 2M Blue and 2M Silver phono cartridges: 2M Silver will be an upgrade compared to 2M Red due to a special suspension and silver-plated copper wire material. The 2M Blue is an upgrade compared to both 2M Red and 2M Silver thanks to the Nude Elliptical diamond which retrieves information from the groove with a higher accuracy.Interchangeability The 2M 78 replacement stylus is compatible with 2M Mono and 2M 78 cartridges.What's in the BoxStylus 2M 78 Replacement StylusSpecificationsFrequency response 20 Hz - 20 kHzL 3 / - 1 dBTracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force: 70 µmCompliance dynamic lateral: 18 µm/mNStylus type: SphericalStylus tip radius: R 65 µmTracking force range: 1.6-2.0 g (16-20 mN)Tracking force recommended: 1.8 g (18 mN)Tracking angle: 20°Stylus color: Grey

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: 2

The 2M 78 Verso is designed specifically for bottom mount headshells making it an ideal solution for turntables that require mounting from underneath the headshell. Journey back in time with the 2M 78 Mono Cartridge specially designed for playing 78 rpm shellac records. Immerse yourself in the authentic nostalgia of mono recordings brought to life with impressive precision and fidelity. The cartridge features a spherical diamond stylus specially designed to properly track the wider grooves of 78 rpm shellac records ensuring accurate playback and reduced groove wear.FeaturesBottom Mount Headshell Design78 RPM Shellac PlaybackSpherical Diamond StylusTrue Mono Strapped OutputUniversal Turntable CompatibilityReduced Groove WearStylusThe 2M 78 features a stylus' tip with a Spherical diamond perfect for playback of 78 rpm shellac records. These unique records necessitate a larger stylus profile and the 2M 78 flawlessly accommodates this requirement ensuring optimal playback quality and preserving the authenticity of your cherished collection.OutputThe 2M 78 uses a strapped output to deliver the same output signal from both sets of pole pins. This effectively eliminates the need for mono-specific equipment making it possible to enjoy true mono reproduction on any stereo playback system.CompatibilityThe 2M Series is designed for easy mounting of the cartridge and for the weight and size to fit the most common turntables on the market today.What's in the Box2M 78 Verso Moving Magnet CartridgeStylus BrushAllen Key Torx 6Allen Key Torx 8ScrewsSpecificationsOutput voltage at 1kHz 5cm/sec.: 4mVFrequency range at -3dB: 20 - 20000HzFrequency response: 20 - 20000Hz +3/-1d