{"product_id":"ortofon-2m-red-moving-magnet-cartridge","title":"Ortofon - 2M Red - Moving Magnet Cartridge","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ortofon 2M Red is the ideal introduction to high-fidelity analog playback, delivering an engaging, open sound with a subtle touch of warmth. As the entry point into Ortofon's acclaimed 2M Series, the 2M Red combines musicality, precision, and exceptional value, making it one of the world's most popular moving magnet cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a precision Elliptical diamond stylus mounted to an aluminum cantilever, the 2M Red offers excellent tracking performance and dynamic musical reproduction across every genre. Ortofon's patented split pole pin technology, combined with a high-output moving magnet generator, produces impressive clarity, spacious imaging, and natural tonal balance while maintaining compatibility with a wide range of phono preamplifiers and turntables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned and manufactured in Denmark, the 2M Red is available in multiple mounting configurations to accommodate virtually any modern turntable, making it an outstanding choice for both first-time vinyl enthusiasts and experienced listeners alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#f39c12;\"\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoving Magnet (MM) phono cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision Elliptical diamond stylus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum cantilever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatented split pole pin technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-output 5.5 mV generator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with most modern turntables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpgradeable with Stylus 2M Blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned and manufactured in Denmark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#f39c12;\"\u003eDESIGN \u0026amp; TECHNOLOGY\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElliptical Diamond Stylus:\u003c\/strong\u003e The precision Elliptical stylus delivers accurate groove tracing, balanced tonal reproduction, and excellent musical detail across a wide range of recordings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSplit Pole Pin Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ortofon's patented split pole pins produce a flatter frequency response and greater sonic accuracy, bringing moving magnet performance closer to that of moving coil designs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Output Generator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Producing 5.5 mV of output, the 2M Red is compatible with virtually all moving magnet phono stages while delivering dynamic, engaging sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 2M Series is designed to fit the majority of modern turntables and is also available in Premounted, Verso, and 2MR configurations for specialized applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpgradeable Platform:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Stylus 2M Blue can be installed directly onto the 2M Red cartridge body, providing a simple performance upgrade without replacing the complete cartridge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#f39c12;\"\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moving Magnet (MM) Phono Cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChannel Balance @ 1 kHz:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Voltage @ 1 kHz, 5 cm\/sec:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5 mV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChannel Separation @ 1 kHz:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+3 \/ -1 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTracking Ability @ 315 Hz:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70 μm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDynamic Compliance, Lateral:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 μm\/mN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCantilever Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStylus Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elliptical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStylus Tip Radius:\u003c\/strong\u003e r\/R 8\/18 μm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTracking Force Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.6 – 2.0 g (16–20 mN)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Tracking Force:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.8 g (18 mN)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTracking Angle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Impedance (DC Resistance):\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.3 kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Inductance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700 mH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Load Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 47 kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Load Capacitance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150–300 pF\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black \/ Red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCartridge Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.2 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremounted Cartridge Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16.7 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufactured:\u003c\/strong\u003e Denmark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51918016348448,"sku":null,"price":109.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/3728\/1568\/files\/salon-1-audio-ortofon-2m-red-cartridge_4233f128-7830-4c77-a06e-7ec5ee205a2e.webp?v=1782504960","url":"https:\/\/salon1audio.com\/products\/ortofon-2m-red-moving-magnet-cartridge","provider":"Salon 1 Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}