Ortofon 2M Red Premounted
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Specifications
- Channel balance at 1 kHz
- 1.5 dB
- Output voltage at 1 kHz, 5cm/sec
- 5.5 mV
- Channel separation at 1 kHz
- 22 dB
- Frequency response 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- 3 / - 1 dB
- Tracking ability at 315 Hz
- 70 µm
- Compliance, dynamic, lateral
- 20 µm/mN
- Cantilever material
- Aluminium
- Stylus type
- Elliptical
- Stylus tip radius
- r/R 8/18 µm
- Tracking force range
- 1.6-2.0 g (16-20 mN)
- Tracking force, recommended
- 1.8 g (18 mN)
- Tracking angle
- 20°
- Internal impedance, DC resistance
- 1.3 kOhm
- Cartridge colour
- Black/Red
- Cartridge weight
- 7.2 g
- Premounted cartridge weight
- 16.7 g
- Recommended load resistance
- 47 kOhm
- Internal inductance
- 700 mH
- Recommended load capacitance
- 150-300 pF
Manufacturer's Description — Ortofon
With the 2M Red Premounted, you will hear the music come to life on its own terms. It is like taking a step into music itself. This is our entry-level cartridge in the series, but what an entry.
Accuracy level
With the 2M Red Premounted, you will hear the music come to life on its own terms. It is like taking a step into the music itself. This is our entry-level cartridge in the series, but what an entry. The 2M Red delivers an open, dynamic sound with a slight touch of warmth.
Compatibility
Experience the convenience of the 2M Red Premounted – a smart and refined choice for those seeking straightforward installation and effortless replacement on their S-shaped tonearm. The SH-4 headshell's resilience and stability are enhanced by its slender and refined design. A robust yet lightweight construction, coupled with an ergonomic, extended finger lift, ensures easy handling and pickup.
Features
The 2M Red features Ortofon’s very own invention: the split pole pins with a copper wire that gives you a sound reproduction so precise only your heart dares skip a beat.
The engine provides an increased output of 5.5 mV and an optimized sound reproduction and a high level of sonic accuracy. With the 2M Red, you will hear the music come to life on its own terms. It is like taking a step into the music itself. This is our entry-level cartridge in the series, but what an entry.
Exploring the lineup
The 2M series is built on our philosophy of accuracy in sound. All our experience, know-how, technology, and innovation has gone into making it the series that lets you hear the music the way the artist intended. In every piece of every cartridge, we strive for perfection, and when the technology can’t deliver the quality we want - we invent something that can. To ensure the highest of quality in our product we keep everything close. All our cartridges are designed and crafted right here in Denmark.
The 2M Series is developed in conjunction with the Danish Industrial designer Møller Jensen Design. Inspired by the facets of a diamond, whose contours gracefully trace the grooves on a record’s surface, the 2M’s handsome elegance establishes a great combination of form and functionality.
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- In Living Stereo — in-store — New York City, New York, United States (website)
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- The Audio Association — in-store — Anaheim, California, United States (website)
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- A/V Solutions — in-store — Pleasanton, California, United States (website)
- Accent On Music — in-store — Mount Kisco, New York, United States (website)
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