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Ortofon 2M 78 (PnP Version)

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Discontinued

   

£119.00

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Ortofon 2M 78 (PnP Version) 

The 2M 78 features an improved True Mono engine, which provides a high level of sonic accuracy, as well as expertly cut Spherical diamond that is perfect for playback of 78 rpm records which require a larger stylus profile.

Key Features:

  • Universal mount fitting a wide range of tonearms 
  • Optimised sound reproduction and high level of sonic accuracy
  • The headshell body is manufactured from a special compound used for Medical industry, ensures high rigidity while reducing unwanted vibration
  • A spherical diamond that is perfect for playback of 78 rpm shellac records, which require a larger stylus profile
  • Uses a strapped output to deliver the same output signal from both sets of pole pins
  • Stylus brush included
  • Also available as headshell mount or verso version
  • Elegant hi-tech design
  • Length 52mm. Headshell with a 2M cartridge pre-mounted provides correct Baerwald alignment with Ortofon TA-110/210, likewise with the major part of tonearms with universal mount
  • Weight 16.9g, weight with a 2M cartridge pre-mounted 23g
  • Exclusive plug-and-play solution

Who is Ortofon?

Ortofon is a Danish manufacturer of high-quality phono cartridges, designed to get the very most out of your vinyl collection from a variety of price points. Ortofon cartridges, both Moving Magnet and Moving Coil configuration are commonly found supplied with high-quality ProJect turntable models, but Ortofon cartridges sound exceptional with any compatible turntable.

Output Voltage (at 1kHz, 5cm/sec) 4mV
 Frequency Range (at -3dB) 20Hz - 22kHz
 Frequency Response 20Hz - 20kHz +3 / -1dB
Tracking Ability at 315Hz  Typically 70μm
 Compliance, Dynamic, Lateral 18μm / mN
 Stylus Type Spherical
 Stylus Tip Radius R 65μm
 Tracking Force Range 1.6 - 2.0g (16 - 20mN)
 Recommended Tracking Force 1.8g (18mN)
 Tracking Angle 20º
Internal Impedance / DC Resistance  700Ω
Internal Inductance 300mH
Recommended Load Resistance 47kΩ
Recommended Load Capacitance 150 - 300pF
Cartridge Colour Body / Stylus Black / Grey
Weight 23g
Replacement Stylus Unit Stylus 2M 78

 

UK Delivery

Providing your item is in stock, the order is usually dispatched within 24 hours. Postage and packing is completely free for orders over £99*. Out of stock items will be dispatched as soon as they become available, which can take between 4 to 21 days      

UK Delivery orders are sent via our couriers' DPD Local on a next-day-delivery service and usually take between 1 and 3 days. 

          

Local Delivery

Certain manufacturers disallow mail order for their products, however a local delivery may be possible.

We offer a local delivery service for a large number of our products. After your order has been placed, a member of the Hifi Gear team will contact you to arrange a convenient date and time for your local, personal delivery.

 

Click & Collect

We offer a free ‘Click & Collect’ service on all items. As soon as your order has been completed and is ready for collection a member of our team will be in contact with you. Orders can be collected from our store at 11 King Street, Hereford, HR4 9BW.

 

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