Ortofon - OM 5S MM Phono Cartridge - Black

Experience balanced and dynamic sound with a premium moving magnet cartridge designed for effortless installation and refined listening. An elliptical diamond stylus on a lightweight aluminum cantilever traces grooves with precision to reveal detail clarity and natural warmth. A carefully tuned rubber suspension enhances tracking and reduces resonance for clean musical flow. The advanced quad coil generator with split pole pins and silver plated oxygen free copper delivers strong output impressive channel balance and wide separation for lifelike imaging. The iconic integrated form allows tool free mounting on S shaped tonearms. Easy stylus replacement enables a clear upgrade path within the series making this cartridge a lasting choice for vinyl lovers seeking performance style and convenience.

The OM 5E Elliptical Stylus and Listening Cartridge, Single, is a testament to Ortofon's over 50 years of expertise in designing and manufacturing superior Moving Magnet cartridges. Esteemed by music aficionados and Hi-Fi enthusiasts globally, this product stands as a symbol of high-quality sound reproduction. Designed for optimal fit, this cartridge is a perfect match for tonearms with a standard headshell or a cartridge mount. The OM 5E is equipped with a cleverly integrated, removable weight-plate in the mounting bracket, allowing for easy customization based on your tonearm type. For standard tonearms, the weight-plate remains in place, while for low mass types, it can be effortlessly removed, reducing the cartridge mass to a mere 2.5g.The standout feature of the OM 5E is its elliptical stylus, renowned for delivering balanced and distortion-free playback. Thanks to its contoured shape, the elliptical diamond stylus tracks groove oscillations with greater precision than spherical diamonds, resulting in superior tracking and minimal distortion.The OM 5E also offers the flexibility of a wide range of replacement styli, catering to your unique home system, application, and budget. This feature allows you to enhance your sound reproduction without the need to replace the entire cartridge. Simply upgrade the stylus to step up to better sound. The OM 5E is compatible with a variety of styli, including 3E, 5E, 10, 20, 30, 40 & 78 and D 25 M, making it a versatile choice for any music lover. In essence, the OM 5E Elliptical Stylus and Listening Cartridge, Single, combines Ortofon's innovative design, high-quality materials, and advanced technology to deliver a reliable, stylish, and durable solution for superior audio experience.

Borrowing the smooth character of its sibling Oyster, Black Pearl implements an improved housing that allows for wider frequency response. This makes way for more nuance and greater stereo imaging in a more cohesive soundstage. Enjoyable for hours on end, Black Pearl is famously high in value, pairs perfectly with any MM phonostage and is physically compatible with a wide array of tonearms.