The Ortofon MC X series is a range of moving coil (MC) phono cartridges developed for vinyl enthusiasts seeking a refined, dynamic sound that is faithful to the original recording. Each model in the series - from the MC X10 to the MC X40 - is distinguished by its specific sound profile, custom-cut diamond and optimized internal components for an immersive listening experience.
The MC X40 represents the pinnacle of the range. It features a Nude Shibata stylus mounted on a boron cantilever - a material that is stiffer and lighter than aluminum, ensuring ultra-precise tracking with minimal distortion.
Features:
- Stylus: Nude Shibata - Cantilever: Boron - Output voltage: 0.4 mV - Stylus tip radius: r/R 6/50 ?m - Suspension: Rubber designed and manufactured by Ortofon - Coils: 4 coils on split pole pieces (2+ and 2-) - Copper: High-purity silver - Channel balance at 1 kHz: 0.5 dB - Channel separation at 1 kHz: 26 dB - Frequency response 20 Hz - 20 kHz: +/- 1 dB - Compliance, dynamic, lateral: 15 ?m/mN - Recommended tracking force: 2.0 g - Recommended load resistance: > 50 ? - Internal impedance, DC resistance: 6 ? - Diamond weight: 8.6 g
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