Ortofon - 2M Red Step into the music with the 2M Red With the 2M Red you will hear the music come to life on its own terms. It is like taking a step into music itself. This is our entry-level cartridge in the series, but what an entry. Featues:The 2M Red features a tipped Elliptical diamond and split pole pins with a copper wire. The engine provides an increased output of 5.5 mV and an optimized sound reproduction and a high level of sonic accuracy.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 provides excellent compatibility when used in an assortment of playback systems and with a wide variety of phono preamps. 2M Red delivers an open, dynamic sound with a slight touch of warmth. Output voltage at 1000 Hz, 5cm/sec. - 5.5 mVChannel balance at 1 kHz - 1.5 dBChannel separation at 1 kHz - 22 dBChannel separation at 15 kHz - 15 dBFrequency response - 20-20.000 Hz + 3 / - 1 dBTracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force - 70 µmCompliance, dynamic, lateral - 20 µm/mNStylus type - EllipticalStylus tip radius - r/R 8/18 µmTracking force range - 1.6-2.0 g (16-20 mN)Tracking force, recommended - 1.8 g (18 mN)Tracking angle - 20°Internal impedance, DC resistance - 1.3 kOhmInternal inductance - 700 mHRecommended load resistance - 47 kOhmRecommended load capacitance - 150-300 pFCartridge colour, body/stylus - Black/Red2M standard and 2M Verso cartridges weight - 7.2 gPremounted cartridge weight - 16.7 g
