Ortofon 2M 78

Designed for playing 78 rpm shellac records 2M 78 Journey back in time with the 2M 78 Mono Cartridge, specially designed for playing 78 rpm shellac records. Immerse yourself in the authentic nostalgia of mono vinyl records brought to life with unparalleled precision and fidelity. 2M 78 Authentic nostalgia Made for Mono Stylus The 2M 78 features a stylus' tip with a Spherical diamond, perfect for playback of 78 rpm shellac records. These unique records necessitate a larger stylus profile, and the 2M 78 flawlessly accommodates this requirement, ensuring optimal playback quality and preserving the authenticity of your cherished collection. Enjoy true mono Output The 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. Universal fit Compatibility The 2M Series is designed for easy mounting of the cartridge, and for the weight and size to fit the most common turntables on the market today. The 2M Series are available in four different product variant configurations: the 2M for most common turntables on the market; the 2M Premounted, for customers who wish direct and easy mounting and replacement on their S-shaped tonearm; the 2M Verso, for bottom mount headshells; and the 2MR, which is designed cartridge housing tailored for turntables and tonearms like Rega, matching their requirement for low-form factor cartridges. Sensational schellac! “… Well thought out MONO, standard groove version of respected 2M Series of cartridges ... - Detailed sound - Low surface noise - Fast and punchy rhythmus - Excellent tracking at the recommended 1.8 g“ Tony Bolton Hi-Fi World April 2013 Specifications Output voltage at 1 kHz, 5cm/sec 4 mV Frequency response 20 Hz - 20 kHz 3 / - 1 dB Tracking ability at 315 Hz 70 µm Compliance, dynamic, lateral 18 µm/mN Cantilever material Aluminium Stylus type Spherical Stylus tip radius R 65 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 700 Ohm Cartridge colour Black/Grey Cartridge weight 7.2 g Premounted cartridge weight 16.7 g Recommended load resistance 47 kOhm Internal inductance 350 mH Recommended load capacitance 150-300 pF