Ortofon 2M 78 Record player cartridge

Ortofon 2M 78 – Mono Playback in Its Purest Form

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 brought to life with unparalleled precision and fidelity.

Technical Specifications:

• Output voltage at 1 kHz, 5 cm/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: 1.6–2.0 g (16–20 mN)
• Recommended tracking force: 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