Nagaoka MP-700 – a Special Type of Moving Permalloy Cartridge
The new Nagaoka MP-700 cartridge tops the Moving Permalloy (MP) series and will be available in the standard MP-700 and premium MP-700H versions. Compared to conventional moving magnet (MM) cartridges, the Moving Permalloy (MP) variant features a lighter permalloy magnet attached to the cantilever. This design significantly reduces the moving mass, allowing the stylus to move with greater freedom and precision – which, according to the company, guarantees a more open and detailed sound.
The Nagaoka MP-700 cartridge features a boron cantilever and a diamond tip sized – this combination further enhances detail. It is also worth noting the softest damper, allowing the cantilever to operate in ideal conditions, improving responsiveness. The integrated suspension wire, which controls the movement of both the cantilever and the stylus, is responsible for the stability of playback.
The Nagaoka MP-700 is housed in a shielded housing and uses a base made of duralumin, improved by a three-layer surface treatment (nickel plating, black tinning and insulation coating), which minimizes static interference on the structure.
The Nagaoka MP-700 series cartridges will go on sale worldwide from May 13, 2025, to commemorate the company's 85th anniversary. The recommended retail price for the standard version of the MP-700 is $1,399, while the premium version of the MP-700H is offered for $1,499.
Specifications
This product is in the Hi-Fi and High End Electronics and Acoustics database
Cartidges — Nagaoka MP-700
Model name
MP-700
Type
N/A
Stylus
N/A
Body
N/A
Cantilever
N/A
Coils
N/A
Output voltage (mV@5cm/sec)
N/A
Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)
20
Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)
27 000
Internal impedance (Ohm)
47 000
Channel separation (dB / 1,000 Hz)
30
Compliance (×10-6cm/dyne at 100Hz)
N/A
Recommended load (Ohm)
N/A
Recommended tonearms
N/A
Weight (g)
8
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