Ortofon 2M Red Cartridge
The 2M Red features a tipped elliptical diamond and all styli within the 2M range are interchangable so when replacement time arrives it is possible to also upgrade by fitting the next model up in the range.
To obtain a flat frequency response as with a Moving Coil cartridge we are using the slit pole pins to reduce the eddy current. The slit pole pins is an Ortofon invention which was presented in the 500 series and the Super OM series. The 2M Red and 2M Blue both have the same engine with slit pole pins. With this improved engine we have been able to increase to output to 5,5 mV.
The cartridge body used for the 2M Bronze and 2M Black is manufactured from a newly-developed Noryl plastic/glass combination, a revolutionary material which ensures high rigidity while eliminating unwanted resonances. The 2M Bronze and 2M Black use a special upgraded engine, featuring split pole pins with a silver plated copper wire.
Output voltage at 1000 Hz, 5cm/sec. 5,5 mV .
Channel balance at 1 kHz 1,5 dB .
Channel separation at 1 kHz 22 dB .
Channel separation at 15 kHz 15 dB .
Frequency range at - 3dB 20-22.000 Hz .
Frequency response 20-20.000 Hz + 3 / - 1 dB .
Tracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force 70 µm .
Compliance, dynamic, lateral 20 µm/mN .
Stylus type Elliptical .
Stylus tip radius r/R 8/18 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 1,3 kOhm .
Internal inductance 700 mH .
Recommended load resistance 47 kOhm .
Recommended load capacitance 150-300 pF .
Cartridge colour, body/stylus Black/Red .
Cartridge weight 7,2 g.
Replacement stylus unit 2M Red.