Ortofon 2MR 78 Hi-fi cartridge
Ortofon 2MR 78
The 2M 78 is a true mono cartridges for playing mono vinyl records. It has a spherical diamond that is perfect for playback of 78 rpm shellac records, which require a larger stylus profile. It uses a strapped output to deliver the same output signal from both sets of pole pins. This effectively eliminates the need for mono-specific equipment, making it possible to enjoy true mono reproduction on any stereo playback system.
Specs:
- Output voltage at 1000 Hz, 5cm/sec. - 5 mV
- Frequency range at - 3dB - 20-20.000 Hz
- Frequency response - 20-20.000 + 3 / - 1 dB
- Tracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force - 70 µm
- Compliance, dynamic, lateral - 18 µm/mN
- Stylus type - Spherical
- Stylus tip radius - R 65 µm
- Tracking force range - 1,6-2,0g (16-20 mN)
- Tracking force, recommended - 1,8 g (18 mN)
- Tracking angle - 20°
- Internal impedance, DC resistance - 700 Ohm
- Internal inductance - 350 mH
- Recommended load resistance - 47 kOhm
- Recommended load capacitance - 150-300 pF
- Cartridge colour, body/stylus - Black/Grey
- Cartridge weight - 7,2 g
Please note: Ortofon 2MR features a specially designed cartridge housing tailored for turntables and tonearms like Rega matching their requirement for low-form factor cartridges. With its narrow cartridge housing, it seamlessly integrates without a need for modifications or spacers under the tonearm, enabling quick and easy mounting with just two screws.