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Ortofon MC X30
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The Ortofon MC X30 cartridge promises even higher sound quality thanks to a diamond needle with a nude fine-line sharpening (r/R 8/40 microns) with an aluminum cantilever. The manufacturer claims outstanding accuracy and resolution, allowing you to play music with spectacular detail and dynamic range.

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Specifications

  • Model name

    MC X30

  • Type

    MC

  • Stylus

    Diamond

  • Body

    N/A

  • Cantilever

    Aluminium

  • Coils

    N/A

  • Output voltage (mV@5cm/sec)

    N/A

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

    20

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

    20 000

  • Internal impedance (Ohm)

    N/A

  • Channel separation (dB / 1,000 Hz)

    26

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

    N/A

  • Recommended load (Ohm)

    50

  • Recommended tonearms

    N/A

  • Weight (g)

    8.6

  • Official link

    https://ortofon.com/

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