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Cartidges — Ortofon 2M Red

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Ortofon 2M Red
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Entry-level cartridge in Ortofon MM-series offers dynamic sound. The split pole pins with a copper wire guarantees high level of detail.

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Specifications

  • Model name

    2M Red

  • Type

    MM

  • Stylus

    elliptical diamond

  • Body

    N/A

  • Cantilever

    aluminium

  • Coils

    N/A

  • Output voltage (mV@5cm/sec)

    5.5

  • Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)

    20

  • Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)

    20000

  • Internal impedance (Ohm)

    1300

  • Channel separation (dB / 1,000 Hz)

    22

  • Compliance (×10-6cm/dyne at 100Hz)

    20

  • Recommended load (Ohm)

    47000

  • Recommended tonearms

    Medium

  • Weight (g)

    16.7

  • Official link

    https://ortofon.com/products/2m-red

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