Ortofon 2m Black MM Phono Cartridge

Ortofon 2M Black – High-End Moving Magnet Cartridge for Audiophiles

The Ortofon 2M Black is a flagship moving magnet cartridge designed for audiophiles who demand the utmost precision and fidelity from their vinyl playback. Known for its exceptional performance, the 2M Black provides an ultra-detailed sound, capturing every nuance and dynamic range from your vinyl records. Whether you’re listening to the subtleties of classical music or the power of rock, the 2M Black ensures a superior audio experience with immaculate clarity and balance.

Key Features & Performance Enhancements:

• Shibata Stylus – The 2M Black features a Shibata diamond stylus, which is meticulously designed to track the grooves with high precision. This stylus profile is known for its low distortion and extended high-frequency response, making it perfect for capturing fine details, such as the delicate textures in vocals or instruments.
• Exceptional Frequency Response – Offering a wide frequency response of 20 Hz - 50 kHz, the 2M Black delivers a full-range sound with tight, controlled bass, smooth midrange, and shimmering, non-harsh highs. The high frequency extension ensures that your music comes through with the ultimate transparency and airiness.
• Increased Channel Separation – With an impressive channel separation of 28 dB at 1 kHz, the 2M Black creates a stereo image that is extremely wide and precise, offering a more natural and expansive soundstage where individual instruments and vocals are clearly defined.
• Advanced Aluminum Cantilever – The 2M Black utilizes an aluminum cantilever, which provides rigidity and low resonance. This, combined with the high-precision suspension system, reduces unwanted vibrations and ensures a stable, clear signal for improved tracking accuracy and musicality.
• Outstanding Inner Groove Performance – The Shibata stylus profile is particularly effective at minimizing inner groove distortion, ensuring that the dynamic range and clarity are maintained across the entire record, from the outermost grooves to the innermost ones.
• Enhanced Tracking Ability – The 2M Black offers exceptional tracking ability at 70 µm at 315 Hz, providing precise and reliable tracking on even the most challenging records.

Technical Specifications:

• Output Voltage: 5.0 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 50 kHz
• Channel Separation: 28 dB at 1 kHz
• Trackability at 315 Hz: 70 µm
• Compliance, Dynamic: 22 µm/mN
• Recommended Load Impedance: 47kΩ (resistance)
• Cartridge Weight: 7.2 g
• Stylus Tip: Shibata
• Mounting Type: Standard 1/2" Mount

The Ortofon 2M Black is the ultimate upgrade for any audiophile who values detail, clarity, and accurate musical reproduction. With its Shibata stylus, advanced cantilever, and superior tracking capabilities, this cartridge offers an experience that brings your vinyl records to life, revealing every subtlety and emotion within the music. Whether you’re playing your most treasured albums or discovering new music, the 2M Black guarantees that every note is rendered with remarkable precision and effortless smoothness, allowing you to enjoy your vinyl collection like never before.