Ortofon - MC 90X - Moving Coil Phono Cartridge

The Ortofon MC 90X marks the rebirth of the legendary MC A90, combining decades of analog expertise with the latest advancements in material science, magnet technology, and precision engineering. Designed to deliver exceptional accuracy, transparency, and musicality, the MC 90X faithfully reveals every nuance hidden within the grooves of your favorite records.

Crafted using Ortofon's advanced Selective Laser Melting (SLM) process, the MC 90X features a precision stainless-steel body that offers exceptional rigidity and optimal weight for compatibility across a wide range of high-end tonearms. Combined with the renowned Replicant 100 diamond stylus, Boron cantilever, Field Stabilizing Element (FSE), and patented Wide Range Damping (WRD) system, the MC 90X delivers extraordinary dynamics, outstanding tracking ability, and breathtaking realism.

With newly developed proprietary rubber dampers manufactured entirely in-house, the MC 90X elevates Ortofon's pursuit of faithful analog reproduction, offering remarkable speed, natural warmth, and exceptional resolution for the most demanding vinyl enthusiasts.

FEATURES

• Low-output moving coil (MC) phono cartridge
• Ortofon Replicant 100 Diamond stylus
• Boron cantilever
• Selective Laser Melted (SLM) stainless steel body
• Patented Wide Range Damping (WRD) suspension system
• Field Stabilizing Element (FSE) magnet technology
• High-strength neodymium magnet system
• Aucurum coil wire
• New proprietary in-house developed rubber dampers
• Designed and manufactured in Denmark

DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY

• Replicant 100 Diamond Stylus: The Ortofon Replicant 100 Diamond features an exceptionally long contact surface that closely replicates the original cutting stylus, providing outstanding tracking accuracy, extremely low distortion, and exceptional retrieval of musical detail.
• Boron Cantilever: A lightweight, ultra-rigid Boron cantilever delivers outstanding transient response, exceptional speed, and highly accurate transmission of groove information.
• SLM Stainless Steel Body: Manufactured using Ortofon's Selective Laser Melting process, the stainless-steel body provides excellent rigidity, optimized mass, and superior vibration control while maintaining broad compatibility with modern high-end tonearms.
• Advanced Magnet System: A compact neodymium magnet combined with Ortofon's Field Stabilizing Element (FSE) delivers excellent channel separation, minimizes dynamic distortion, and creates a remarkably open, spacious soundstage with exceptional musical realism.
• Wide Range Damping (WRD): Ortofon's patented WRD system utilizes a platinum disc positioned between two specially formulated rubber absorbers. Combined with newly developed proprietary in-house rubber compounds, the system minimizes resonance and distortion while improving tracking precision across the entire frequency range.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Type: Low Output Moving Coil (MC) Phono Cartridge
• Channel Balance @ 1 kHz: <0.2 dB
• Output Voltage: 0.25 mV @ 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec
• Channel Separation @ 1 kHz: >28 dB
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±1 dB)
• Dynamic Compliance (Lateral): 11 μm/mN
• Cantilever: Boron
• Stylus: Ortofon Replicant 100 Diamond
• Stylus Tip Radius: r/R 5/100 μm
• Coil System: Aucurum Coil Wire
• Recommended Tracking Force: 2.3 g
• Internal Impedance (DC Resistance): 4 Ω
• Recommended Load Resistance: >10 Ω
• Cartridge Body Material: SLM Stainless Steel
• Weight: 9.5 g
• Manufactured: Denmark