Ortofon - OM 5E MM Phono Cartridge - Black

Optimal Fit & Sound ReproductionIf your tonearm has a standard headshell or a cartridge mount then step up to optimal sound reproduction with OMs. A glance at any one of these cartridges will reveal Ortofon's answer to perfect tonearm matching. Ingeniously tucked into the top of the mounting bracket is a tiny removable weight-plate.FeaturesOrtofon's Lowest-Mass Range of MM CartridgeRemovable Weight-PlateDesigned for Easy Mounting & AlignmentExcellent Stylus CompatibilityStyli Types And InterchangeabilityBy adopting a wide range of replacement styli the OM 5 Series can provide an optimum match for your home system application and budget. In the development of OM cartridges a major objective was to provide the music lover with the opportunity to optimize sound reproduction without having to replace the entire cartridge. Instead of being merely intended for replacement purposes following wear or damage the OM 5 Series allows you to step up to better sound by simply upgrading the stylus.Stylus CompatibilityDepending on your preference styli for the OM 5 Series are easily interchanged and include: styli 3E 5E 10 20 30 40 & 78 and D 25 M.What's in the BoxOM 5E MM Phono CartridgeSpecificationsChannel balance at 1 kHz: 2 dBOutput voltage at 1 kHz 5cm/sec: 4 mVChannel separation at 1 kHz: 22 dBChannel separation at 15 kHz: 15 dBFrequency response 20 Hz - 20 kHz: 20-20.000 Hz + 3 / -3Tracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force: 60 µmCompliance dynamic lateral: 20 µm/mNStylus type: EllipticalStylus tip radius: r/R 8/18 µmTracking force range: 1.5-2.0 g (15-20 mN)Tracking force recommended: 1.75 g (17.5 mN)

• Premium Audio & Video Accessory: Optimize sound reproduction without having to replace the entire cartridge
• OPTIMIZED TRACKING: Enjoy skip-free playback with a tracking ability of 65 microm at the recommended force, ensuring your vinyl records are played smoothly and accurately every time.
• ENHANCED CHANNEL SEPARATION: Benefit from a wide soundstage with channel separation of 22 dB at 1 kHz, providing a more immersive and detailed listening experience for audiophiles.
• WIDE FREQUENCY RESPONSE: Hear every nuance with a frequency range of 20-25,000 Hz, capturing the full spectrum of sound from deep bass to crisp highs for a balanced audio profile.
• PRECISION ENGINEERING: The elliptical stylus with r/R 8/18 microm tip radius is crafted for precise groove tracking, minimizing wear on your records and maximizing stylus longevity.