Stylus 5S technical specifications

The OM 5S is a moving magnet cartridge for general purpose application

If your tonearm has a standard headshell or a cartridge mount, then step up to optimal sound reproduction with OM’s. A glance at any one of these cartridges will reveal Ortofon's answer to perfect tonearm matching. Ingeniously tucked into the top of the mounting bracket is a tiny, removable weight-plate.

If your tonearm is a standard tonearm, just leave the weight-plate. If your tonearm is one of the low mass types, then simply remove the weight. The mass of your OM cartridge is now a mere 2.5 g.

The OM 5S features Spherical stylus, robust and economic solution for playback of vinyl records.

Styli types and interchangeability

By adopting a wide range of replacement styli, the OM 5 Series can provide an optimum match for your home system, application and budget.

In the development of OM cartridges, a major objective was to provide the music lover with the opportunity to optimize sound reproduction without having to replace the entire cartridge. Instead of being merely intended for replacement purposes following wear or damage, the OM 5 Series allows you to step up to better sound by simply upgrading the stylus. Depending on your preference, styli for the OM 5 Series are easily interchanged

Technical specifications

Technical specifications

DESCRIPTION

Replacement DMS 251S cartridge to DUAL suit models CS-440, CS415 and CS-435

Replacement stylus for Ortofon 10 series cartridges

Technical data 

Frequency range | 20-24,000 Hz
Frequency response | 20-20,000 Hz + 3 / - 1 dB
Tracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force | 70 µm
Compliance, dynamic, lateral | 25 µm/mN
Stylus type | Elliptical
Stylus tip radius | r/R 8/18 µm
Tracking force range | 1.25-1.75 g (12.5-17.5 mN)
Tracking force (recommended) | 1.5 g (15 mN)
Tracking angle | 20°
Stylus colour | Black
Recommended for following cartridges | Super OM 10, OM 10, OMP-mount 10, OMBulk 10, OMT 10, LM 10, Concorde 10, Concorde EC 10, TM 10H, LMB 12, SMB 12, LMA 12, Concorde STD, Dual ULM 65E, Dual ULM 66E

Technical specifications

Optimal fit and sound reproduction

If your tonearm has a standard headshell or a cartridge mount, then step up to optimal sound reproduction with OM’s. A glance at anyone of these cartridges will reveal Ortofon's answer to perfect tonearm matching. Ingeniously tucked into the top of the mounting bracket is a tiny, removable weight-plate.

If your tonearm is an standard tonearm, just leave the weight-plate. If your tonearm is one of the low mass types, then simply remove the weight. The mass of your OM cartridge is now a mere 2.5g.

OM 5E features Elliptical stylus that provides balanced and distortion-free playback. Elliptical diamonds are able to follow the groove oscillations more accurately than spherical diamonds due to their contoured shape. This results in better tracking and less distortion. 

Styli types and interchangeability

By adopting a wide range of replacement styli, the OM 5 Series can provide an optimum match for your home system, application and budget.

In the development of OM cartridges, a major objective was to provide the music lover with the opportunity to optimize sound reproduction without having to replace the entire cartridge. Instead of being merely intended for replacement purposes following wear or damage, the OM 5 Series allows you to step up to better sound by simply upgrading the stylus. Depending on your preference, styli for the OM 5 Series are easily interchanged.

Physically 2M styli will fit on alternative 2M cartridges bodies, but 2M Series cartridges’ engines, coils and magnets configurations are not quite identical: Red and Blue are identical, so are the Bronze and Black and so are the true mono variants 2M Mono and 2M 78.

2M Silver phono cartridge is an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) model that takes most of the characteristics of the 2M Red. 2M Silver's special feature is silver-plated copper coils, the same coil wire material as in the 2M Bronze and Black models, with a reduced number of windings

Technical specifications

2M styli interchangeability

Technical specifications

2M styli interchangeability

The Super OM 5E major improvements:

1. By means of computer simulations it has been possible to define the natural pivot point of the system with unprecedented accuracy while achieving an optimum oscillation balance. The result: improved linearity, higher channel separation and reduced distortion.

2. OM Super cartridges models have split pole PINs which reduces magnetic losses at the treble end. This technology extends the frequency range and improves phase linearity.

3. OM Super 5 cartridge body is manufactured from a Noryl (plastic & glass compound) which ensures high rigidity and freedom from resonances.

Optimal fit and sound reproduction

If your tonearm has a standard headshell or a cartridge mount, then step up to optimal sound reproduction with OM’s. A glance at anyone of these cartridges will reveal Ortofon's answer to perfect tonearm matching. Ingeniously tucked into the top of the mounting bracket is a tiny, removable weight-plate.

If your tonearm is an standard tonearm, just leave the weight-plate. If your tonearm is one of the low mass types, then simply remove the weight. The mass of your OM cartridge is now a mere 2.5g.

Super OM 5E features Elliptical stylus that provides balanced and distortion-free playback. Elliptical diamonds are able to follow the groove oscillations more accurately than spherical diamonds due to their contoured shape. This results in better tracking and less distortion. 

Styli types and interchangeability

The OM 5s features a Spherical diamond. Spherical diamonds are the simplest and most robust diamonds. The OM 5E and Super OM 5E feature an Elliptical diamond. 

In the development of OM cartridges, a major objective was to provide the music lover with the opportunity to optimize sound reproduction without having to replace the entire cartridge. Instead of being merely intended for replacement purposes following wear or damage, the OM 5 Series allows you to step up to better sound by simply upgrading the stylus.

Depending on your preference, styli for the OM 5 Series are easily interchanged 

2M Red Magnetic Cartridge

The 2M Series of cartridges is designed for precise and accurate retrieval of the information in the record groove. Our philosophy is to play the record sound as accurate as possible, without coloring the sound.

The 2M series of cartridges features Ortofon’s trademark split pole pins, an invention that enables moving magnet cartridges to have a flat frequency response, as with a moving coil cartridge. Split pole pins were invented by Ortofon, and were originally presented in the 500 series and Super OM series.

We have optimized the design for ease of mounting the cartridge, and the weight and size to fit the most common turntables on the market today. The 2M Series provides excellent compatibility when used in an assortment of playback systems and with a wide variety of phono preamps.

Features

• an improved engine, which provides an increased output of 5.5mV
• a tipped Elliptical diamond and split pole pins with a copper wire

Features:

- An improved engine, which provides a high level of sonic accuracy
- Spherical diamond that is perfect for playback of 78 rpm shellac records, which require a larger stylus profile
- 2M 78 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.

The 2M Series provides excellent compatibility when used in an assortment of playback systems and with a wide variety of phono preamps.

The 2M Series is designed for precise and accurate retrieval of the information in the record groove

The 2M Series is developed in conjunction with the Danish Industrial designer Møller Jensen Design – the same designer who designed the award winning MC Jubilee and Kontrapunkt series. 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.

The name 2M was selected from among several ideas. We wanted a modern name that would be easy to pronounce and remember, and therefore an alphanumerical name was chosen. 2M means MM, which is the abbreviation for moving magnet.

Of course the 2M isn’t just another pretty face. It has been engineered to the highest standards and is congruent with Ortofon’s unrelenting commitment to providing the most precise and accurate reproduction possible without coloration.

Exclusive Plug-and-Play MkII solution

The 2M headshell is a practical and elegant solution for our customers who wish direct and easy mounting and replacement on their S-shaped tonearm. The combination of 2M Headshell and 2M Series cartridge adds unique distinction to the turntable!

Features

• Universal mount fitting a wide range of S-shaped tonearms. 
• Weight with a 2M cartridge pre-mounted 20 g.
• The headshell body is manufactured from a special compound used for Medical industry, ensures high rigidity while reducing unwanted vibration
• Elegant hi-tech design
• Length 52mm. Headshell with a 2M cartridge pre-mounted provides correct Baerwald alignment with the Ortofon TA-110/ TA-210 tonearms, likewise with the major part of tonearms with universal mount

NB: available only with a 2M cartridge pre-mounted on the headshell.

2M Series styli interchangeability

The 2M Series' engines, coils and magnets configurations are not identical: Red and Blue are identical, so are the Bronze and Black and so are the true mono variants 2M Mono and 2M 78. Likewise, 2M series styli are interchangeable within the below combinations: 

• 2M Red, 2M Blue and 2M Silver
• 2M Bronze and 2M Black
• 2M Mono and 2M 78

The 2M Series is designed for precise and accurate retrieval of the information in the record groove

The 2M Series is developed in conjunction with the Danish Industrial designer Møller Jensen Design – the same designer who designed the award-winning MC Jubilee and Kontrapunkt series. 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.

The name 2M was selected from among several ideas. We wanted a modern name that would be easy to pronounce and remember, and therefore an alphanumerical name was chosen. 2M means MM, which is the abbreviation for moving magnet.

Of course the 2M isn’t just another pretty face. It has been engineered to the highest standards and is congruent with Ortofon’s unrelenting commitment to providing the most precise and accurate reproduction possible without coloration.

Exclusive Plug-and-Play MkII solution

The 2M headshell is a practical and elegant solution for our customers who wish direct and easy mounting and replacement on their S-shaped tonearm. The combination of 2M Headshell and 2M Series cartridge adds unique distinction to the turntable!

Features

• Universal mount fitting a wide range of S-shaped tonearms. 
• Weight with a 2M cartridge pre-mounted 20g
• The headshell body is manufactured from a special compound used for Medical industry, ensures high rigidity while reducing unwanted vibration
• Elegant hi-tech design
• Length 52mm. Headshell with a 2M cartridge pre-mounted provides correct Baerwald alignment with the Ortofon TA-110/ TA-210 tonearms, likewise with the major part of tonearms with universal mount

NB: available only with a 2M cartridge pre-mounted on the headshell.

2M Series styli interchangeability

The 2M Series' engines, coils and magnets configurations are not identical: Red and Blue are identical, so are the Bronze and Black and so are the true mono variants 2M Mono and 2M 78. Likewise, 2M series styli are interchangeable within the below combinations: 

• 2M Red, 2M Blue and 2M Silver
• 2M Bronze and 2M Black
• 2M Mono and 2M 78

Technical specifications

2M styli interchangeability

2M Blue Magnetic Cartridge

The 2M Series of cartridges is designed for precise and accurate retrieval of the information in the record groove. Our philosophy is to play the record sound as accurate as possible, without coloring the sound.

The 2M series of cartridges features Ortofon’s trademark split pole pins, an invention that enables moving magnet cartridges to have a flat frequency response, as with a moving coil cartridge. Split pole pins were invented by Ortofon, and were originally presented in the 500 series and Super OM series.   

We have optimized the design for ease of mounting the cartridge, and the weight and size to fit the most common turntables on the market today. The 2M Series provides excellent compatibility when used in an assortment of playback systems and with a wide variety of phono preamps.

Features

• an improved engine, which provides an increased output of 5.5mV
• Nude Elliptical diamond and split pole pins with a copper wire

2M styli interchangeability

The 2M Series is designed for precise and accurate retrieval of the information in the record groove

The 2M Series is developed in conjunction with the Danish Industrial designer Møller Jensen Design – the same designer who designed the award winning MC Jubilee and Kontrapunkt series. 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.

The name 2M was selected from among several ideas. We wanted a modern name that would be easy to pronounce and remember, and therefore an alphanumerical name was chosen. 2M means MM, which is the abbreviation for moving magnet.

Of course the 2M isn’t just another pretty face. It has been engineered to the highest standards and is congruent with Ortofon’s unrelenting commitment to providing the most precise and accurate reproduction possible without coloration.

Exclusive Plug-and-Play MkII solution

The 2M headshell is a practical and elegant solution for our customers who wish direct and easy mounting and replacement on their S-shaped tonearm. The combination of 2M Headshell and 2M Series cartridge adds unique distinction to the turntable!

Features

• Universal mount fitting a wide range of S-shaped tonearms. 
• Weight with a 2M cartridge pre-mounted 20 g.
• The headshell body is manufactured from a special compound used for Medical industry, ensures high rigidity while reducing unwanted vibration
• Elegant hi-tech design
• Length 52mm. Headshell with a 2M cartridge pre-mounted provides correct Baerwald alignment with the Ortofon TA-110/ TA-210 tonearms, likewise with the major part of tonearms with universal mount

NB: available only with a 2M cartridge pre-mounted on the headshell.

2M Series styli interchangeability

The 2M Series' engines, coils and magnets configurations are not identical: Red and Blue are identical, so are the Bronze and Black and so are the true mono variants 2M Mono and 2M 78. Likewise, 2M series styli are interchangeable within the below combinations: 

• 2M Red, 2M Blue and 2M Silver
• 2M Bronze and 2M Black
• 2M Mono and 2M 78

2M styli interchangeability

Technical specifications

The 2M Series is designed for precise and accurate retrieval of the information in the record groove

The 2M Series is developed in conjunction with the Danish Industrial designer Møller Jensen Design – the same designer who designed the award winning MC Jubilee and Kontrapunkt series. 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.

The name 2M was selected from among several ideas. We wanted a modern name that would be easy to pronounce and remember, and therefore an alphanumerical name was chosen. 2M means MM, which is the abbreviation for moving magnet.

Of course the 2M isn’t just another pretty face. It has been engineered to the highest standards and is congruent with Ortofon’s unrelenting commitment to providing the most precise and accurate reproduction possible without coloration.

Features

• an improved engine, which provides a high level of sonic accuracy
• R 18µm Nude Spherical diamond that is an optimal solution for playing mono microgroove LP vinyl records
• 2M Mono 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.

The 2M Series provides excellent compatibility when used in an assortment of playback systems and with a wide variety of phono preamps.

2M Series styli interchangeability

The 2M Series' engines, coils and magnets configurations are not identical: Red and Blue are identical, so are the Bronze and Black and so are the true mono variants 2M Mono and 2M 78. Likewise, 2M series styli are interchangeable within the below combinations: 

• 2M Red, 2M Blue and 2M Silver
• 2M Bronze and 2M Black
• 2M Mono and 2M 78

The 2M Series is designed for precise and accurate retrieval of the information in the record groove

The 2M Series is developed in conjunction with the Danish Industrial designer Møller Jensen Design – the same designer who designed the award-winning MC Jubilee and Kontrapunkt series. 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.

The name 2M was selected from among several ideas. We wanted a modern name that would be easy to pronounce and remember, and therefore an alphanumerical name was chosen. 2M means MM, which is the abbreviation for moving magnet.

Of course the 2M isn’t just another pretty face. It has been engineered to the highest standards and is congruent with Ortofon’s unrelenting commitment to providing the most precise and accurate reproduction possible without coloration.

Exclusive Plug-and-Play MkII solution

The 2M headshell is a practical and elegant solution for our customers who wish direct and easy mounting and replacement on their S-shaped tonearm. The combination of 2M Headshell and 2M Series cartridge adds unique distinction to the turntable!

Features

• Universal mount fitting a wide range of S-shaped tonearms. 
• Weight with a 2M cartridge pre-mounted 20 g.
• The headshell body is manufactured from a special compound used for Medical industry, ensures high rigidity while reducing unwanted vibration
• Elegant hi-tech design
• Length 52mm. Headshell with a 2M cartridge pre-mounted provides correct Baerwald alignment with the Ortofon TA-110/ TA-210 tonearms, likewise with the major part of tonearms with universal mount

NB: available only with a 2M cartridge pre-mounted on the headshell.

2M Series styli interchangeability

The 2M Series' engines, coils and magnets configurations are not identical: Red and Blue are identical, so are the Bronze and Black and so are the true mono variants 2M Mono and 2M 78. Likewise, 2M series styli are interchangeable within the below combinations: 

• 2M Red, 2M Blue and 2M Silver
• 2M Bronze and 2M Black
• 2M Mono and 2M 78

Technical specifications

2M Bronze Magnetic Cartridge

The 2M Series of cartridges is designed for precise and accurate retrieval of the information in the record groove. Our philosophy is to play the record sound as accurate as possible, without coloring the sound.

The 2M Bronze features a nude Fine Line diamond stylus, which is particularly suited for demanding applications. The slim profile of the Fine Line stylus will track even the highest frequency information, making it a must for discerning listeners. Additionally, its larger footprint ensures reduced distortion and record wear.

The cartridge body used for the 2M Bronze is manufactured from a newly-developed Lexan DMX Piano Black, a revolutionary material which ensures high rigidity while eliminating unwanted resonances.

We have optimized the design for ease of mounting the cartridge, and the weight and size to fit the most common turntables on the market today. The 2M Series provides excellent compatibility when used in an assortment of playback systems and with a wide variety of phono preamps.

The 2M Bronze uses a special upgraded engine, featuring split pole pins with a silver plated copper wire.

Features

• a special upgraded engine, which provides an increased output of 5mV
• split pole pins with a silver plated copper wire

The 2M Series is designed for precise and accurate retrieval of the information in the record groove

The 2M Series is developed in conjunction with the Danish Industrial designer Møller Jensen Design – the same designer who designed the award winning MC Jubilee and Kontrapunkt series. 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.

The name 2M was selected from among several ideas. We wanted a modern name that would be easy to pronounce and remember, and therefore an alphanumerical name was chosen. 2M means MM, which is the abbreviation for moving magnet.

Of course the 2M isn’t just another pretty face. It has been engineered to the highest standards and is congruent with Ortofon’s unrelenting commitment to providing the most precise and accurate reproduction possible without coloration.

Exclusive Plug-and-Play MkII solution

The 2M headshell is a practical and elegant solution for our customers who wish direct and easy mounting and replacement on their S-shaped tonearm. The combination of 2M Headshell and 2M Series cartridge adds unique distinction to the turntable!

Features

• Universal mount fitting a wide range of S-shaped tonearms. 
• Weight with a 2M cartridge pre-mounted 20 g.
• The headshell body is manufactured from a special compound used for Medical industry, ensures high rigidity while reducing unwanted vibration
• Elegant hi-tech design
• Length 52mm. Headshell with a 2M cartridge pre-mounted provides correct Baerwald alignment with the Ortofon TA-110/ TA-210 tonearms, likewise with the major part of tonearms with universal mount

NB: available only with a 2M cartridge pre-mounted on the headshell.

2M Series styli interchangeability

The 2M Series' engines, coils and magnets configurations are not identical: Red and Blue are identical, so are the Bronze and Black and so are the true mono variants 2M Mono and 2M 78. Likewise, 2M series styli are interchangeable within the below combinations: 

• 2M Red, 2M Blue and 2M Silver
• 2M Bronze and 2M Black
• 2M Mono and 2M 78

2M styli interchangeability

Technical specifications

DESCRIPTION

Our entry level design captures more than its share of recorded beauty – by design. Big soundstage, detail and resolution at an affordable price.

The Otello is Soundsmith’s entry level Moving Iron design, realizing an affordable pathway into the world of high performance cartridges. Build by hand like all Soundsmith cartridges, the Otello provides a perfect balance of tone and resolution at a great price. The result is a cartridge that is at ease with any type of music. Just slightly warmer than other Soundsmith designs, Otello yields a richness of timbre that is utterly beguiling with a level of speed and dynamics not often found in cartridges at this price. The result? A wonderful design that gives the warmth of MM and the lightfootedness of Moving Iron design.

All Soundsmith cartridges are available in true DUAL MONO as well.

SPECIFICATIONS

• STYLUS: Elliptical Titanium Bonded, 0.20mm Round
• RADIUS OF CURVATURE: 6 x 17 uM
• CANTILEVER: Aluminum Alloy

• RECOMMENDED TRACKING FORCE: 1.3-1.6 gm

• EFFECTIVE TIP MASS: 0.50 mg
• COMPLIANCE: 22 μm/mN
• FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 20-20,000 Hz ± 2.5 dB
• CHANNEL SEPARATION (STEREO ONLY): 1000 Hz >24 dB 50-15,000 >20 dB
• CHANNEL DIFFERENCE:  <1.8 dB (Stereo) <1.0 dB (Mono)
• OUTPUT VOLTAGE:  >2.12 mV
• CARTRIDGE WEIGHT: 9.2 Grams
• LOADING: ≥ 47 kΩ

The 2M Series is designed for precise and accurate retrieval of the information in the record groove

The 2M Series is developed in conjunction with the Danish Industrial designer Møller Jensen Design – the same designer who designed the award winning MC Jubilee and Kontrapunkt series. 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.

The name 2M was selected from among several ideas. We wanted a modern name that would be easy to pronounce and remember, and therefore an alphanumerical name was chosen. 2M means MM, which is the abbreviation for moving magnet.

Of course the 2M isn’t just another pretty face. It has been engineered to the highest standards and is congruent with Ortofon’s unrelenting commitment to providing the most precise and accurate reproduction possible without coloration.

Features

• The 2M Black is graced with a Shibata diamond which slim, highly polished profile allows an exceedingly wide contact area to the groove walls and ensures notably detailed reproduction throughout the spectrum, including even the most high frequency groove information.
• The cartridge body is manufactured from Hopelex, an environment-friendly material which ensures high rigidity while eliminating unwanted resonances.
• The 2M Black uses a special upgraded engine, featuring split pole pins with a silver plated copper wire.

We have optimized the design for ease of mounting the cartridge, and the weight and size to fit the most common turntables on the market today. The 2M Series provides excellent compatibility when used in an assortment of playback systems and with a wide variety of phono preamps.

2M Series styli interchangeability

The 2M Series' engines, coils and magnets configurations are not identical: Red and Blue are identical, so are the Bronze and Black and so are the true mono variants 2M Mono and 2M 78. Likewise, 2M series styli are interchangeable within the below combinations: 

• 2M Red, 2M Blue and 2M Silver
• 2M Bronze and 2M Black
• 2M Mono and 2M 78

The 2M Series is designed for precise and accurate retrieval of the information in the record groove

The 2M Series is developed in conjunction with the Danish Industrial designer Møller Jensen Design – the same designer who designed the award winning MC Jubilee and Kontrapunkt series. 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.

The name 2M was selected from among several ideas. We wanted a modern name that would be easy to pronounce and remember, and therefore an alphanumerical name was chosen. 2M means MM, which is the abbreviation for moving magnet.

Of course the 2M isn’t just another pretty face. It has been engineered to the highest standards and is congruent with Ortofon’s unrelenting commitment to providing the most precise and accurate reproduction possible without coloration.

Exclusive Plug-and-Play MkII solution

The 2M headshell is a practical and elegant solution for our customers who wish direct and easy mounting and replacement on their S-shaped tonearm. The combination of 2M Headshell and 2M Series cartridge adds unique distinction to the turntable!

Features

• Universal mount fitting a wide range of S-shaped tonearms. 
• Weight with a 2M cartridge pre-mounted 20 g.
• The headshell body is manufactured from a special compound used for Medical industry, ensures high rigidity while reducing unwanted vibration
• Elegant hi-tech design
• Length 52mm. Headshell with a 2M cartridge pre-mounted provides correct Baerwald alignment with the Ortofon TA-110/ TA-210 tonearms, likewise with the major part of tonearms with universal mount

NB: available only with a 2M cartridge pre-mounted on the headshell.

2M Series styli interchangeability

The 2M Series' engines, coils and magnets configurations are not identical: Red and Blue are identical, so are the Bronze and Black and so are the true mono variants 2M Mono and 2M 78. Likewise, 2M series styli are interchangeable within the below combinations: 

• 2M Red, 2M Blue and 2M Silver
• 2M Bronze and 2M Black
• 2M Mono and 2M 78

THE DDT-II SPECIAL MC CARTRIDGE

DESCRIPTION

SPECIFICATIONS

DESCRIPTION

Our Carmen design resolves high performance at an affordable price. A dramatic deep and wide soundstage, and ultra trackability.

The Carmen MKII was created out of the desire to make a very high performance design at an affordable price. Just slightly lush with a well developed midrange, the Carmen MKII is surprisingly pleasing and will seduce you into late listening sessions. The stylus used is a part of what makes it special; an ultralow mass cut and polished into a true Hyper-Elliptical shape. The combination of low tip mass and the Moving Iron gives the Carmen MKII a tremendous resolution advantage over MC designs selling for more than twice the price. Housed in our new ES DEMS body design, the Carmen MKII delivers.

All Soundsmith cartridges are available in true DUAL MONO as well.

SPECIFICATIONS

• STYLUS: Nude Elliptical, 0.120mm SQ
• RADIUS OF CURVATURE: 6 x 17 uM
• CANTILEVER: Aluminum Alloy

• RECOMMENDED TRACKING FORCE: 1.3-1.6 gm

• EFFECTIVE TIP MASS: 0.35 mg
• COMPLIANCE: 22 μm/mN 
• FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 20-20,000 Hz ± 2.5 dB
• CHANNEL SEPARATION (STEREO ONLY): 1000 Hz >26 dB 50-15,000 >20 dB
• CHANNEL DIFFERENCE:  <1.6 dB (Stereo) <1.0 dB (Mono)
• OUTPUT VOLTAGE:  2.12 m V
• CARTRIDGE WEIGHT: 9.2 Grams
• LOADING: ≥ 47 kΩ

THE MC-10 SPECIAL MC CARTRIDGE 

DESCRIPTION

SPECIFICATIONS

THE MC-ONE SPECIAL MC CARTRIDGE

DESCRIPTION

SPECIFICATIONS

DESCRIPTION

The Zephyr MKIII has achieved what no other cartridge has done since its inception, rapid recognition as a leading force.

The Soundsmith Zephyr MKIII phono cartridge employs “Trickle Down“ Technology from a unique Energy Distribution System within the cartridge body as used in the Soundsmith’s well-received high-end Sussurro Cartridge. The Zephyr MKIII features a newly developed Aluminum cantilever with contact line diamond stylus — capable of truly remarkable separation, sound stage and imaging. The new ES DEMS body design unique energy distribution system contributes to the Zephyr MKIII‘s ability to produce high-end performance from a moderately priced cartridge

All Soundsmith cartridges are available in true DUAL MONO as well.

SPECIFICATIONS

• STYLUS: Selected Contact Line low mass Nude Stylus
• RADIUS OF CURVATURE: 6 x 17 uM
• CANTILEVER: Aluminum Alloy

• RECOMMENDED TRACKING FORCE: 1.8 to 2.2 Grams

• EFFECTIVE TIP MASS: 0.32 mg
• COMPLIANCE: 10μm/mN (low compliance)
• FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 15-45,000 Hz ± 2.0 dB
• CHANNEL SEPARATION (STEREO ONLY): 1000 Hz >28 dB 50-15,000 >25 dB
• CHANNEL DIFFERENCE:  <1.0 dB (Stereo) <1.0 dB (Mono) (Dual Mono operation w/optimal VTF setting)
• OUTPUT VOLTAGE:  2.12 m V
• CARTRIDGE WEIGHT: 12.2 Grams
• LOADING: ≥ 47 kΩ

THE MC-TWO SPECIAL MC CARTRIDGE

SPECIFICATIONS

THE FROG MC CARTRIDGE

DESCRIPTION

SPECIFICATIONS

DESCRIPTION

By popular demand, we introduce the Zephyr MIMC, our new lowest cost MC preamp compatible design.

Responding to the demand for a lower priced, low-output design for those who own high gain preamps, the Soundsmith recently developed the Zephyr MIMC STAR, which follows in the footsteps of the highly successful high-output Zephyr II. The handcrafted Zephyr MIMC STAR (Moving Iron for Moving Coil Preamps) is based on the world famous Sussurro cartridge and captures the gist of the latter‘s sonic signature at a much more reasonable price. The Zephyr MIMC STAR has been specifically designed to complement both unipivot arms and gimbaled bearing arms. Its sonic attributes include evenly balanced frequency response, dynamic shadings and remarkable detail retrieval; its

All Soundsmith cartridges are available in true DUAL MONO as well.

SPECIFICATIONS

• STYLUS: Selected Contact Line low mass Nude Stylus
• RADIUS OF CURVATURE:  6 x 17 uM
• CANTILEVER:  Laser Drilled Sapphire

• RECOMMENDED TRACKING FORCE: 1.8 to 2.2 Grams

• EFFECTIVE TIP MASS:  0.32 mg
• COMPLIANCE: 10μm/mN (low compliance)
• FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 15-45,000 Hz ± 2.0 dB
• CHANNEL SEPARATION (STEREO ONLY):  1000 Hz >32 dB 50-15,000 >25 dB
• CHANNEL DIFFERENCE:  <0.5 dB (Stereo) <1.0 dB (Mono)
• OUTPUT VOLTAGE:  0.4 mV
• CARTRIDGE WEIGHT: 12.2 Grams
• LOADING: ≥ 470 Ω

DESCRIPTION

A triumph of Soundsmith Engineering, Stereophile Class “A” rated, a rarity at its price point – and for good reasons.

The Aida MKII employsa laser drilled Sapphire cantilever with ultralow mass Contact Line stylus; we did this to resolve the challenges of playing the inner grooves with the same level of confidence as the outer. How did we do this? The unique stylus shape of our CL stylus has a “sharper” playing surface on the faceted diamond, allowing it to ride easily into the groove modulations of even the most difficult passages and high frequency information that other cartridges simply cannot trace. The result — a truly superb cartridge, surpassing top MC designs with air, focus and sound staging no cartridge at this price should be able to achieve.

All Soundsmith cartridges are available in true DUAL MONO as well.

SPECIFICATIONS

• STYLUS: Selected Contact Line low mass Nude Stylus
• RADIUS OF CURVATURE: 6 x 17 uM
• CANTILEVER: Laser Drilled Sapphire

• RECOMMENDED TRACKING FORCE: 1.3-1.6 gm

• EFFECTIVE TIP MASS: 1.3-1.6 gm
• COMPLIANCE: 22 μm/mN 
• FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 20-20,000 Hz ± 2.5 dB
• CHANNEL SEPARATION (STEREO ONLY): 1000 Hz >30 dB 50-15,000 >20 dB
• CHANNEL DIFFERENCE:  <1.5 dB (Stereo) <1.0 dB (Mono)
• OUTPUT VOLTAGE:  2.12 m V
• CARTRIDGE WEIGHT: 9.2 Grams
• LOADING: ≥ 470 Ω

THE FROG GOLD MC CARTRIDGE

DESCRIPTION

The Frog Gold is a custom handbuilt moving coil audiophile cartridge with the coil of a GRASSHOPPER III and the frontpole and suspension of the GRASSHOPPER IV: the best cartridge available for its price.

The Frog Gold MC Cartridge - Output 0.65 mV/channel, matched crystal gold-wire coils and extra magnet modification.

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SPECIFICATIONS