{"id":36311,"date":"2025-07-07T15:49:48","date_gmt":"2025-07-07T15:49:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/?p=36311"},"modified":"2025-07-09T11:17:15","modified_gmt":"2025-07-09T11:17:15","slug":"moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/","title":{"rendered":"Moving Magnet vs. Moving Coil Cartridges &#8211; What&#8217;s the Difference?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/#In_a_hurry\" >In a hurry?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/#What_is_a_cartridge_and_how_does_it_work\" >What is a cartridge and how does it work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/#Moving_magnet_vs_moving_coil_cartridges\" >Moving magnet vs. moving coil cartridges<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/#Design\" >Design<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/#Output\" >Output<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/#Performance\" >Performance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/#Moving_magnet_vs_moving_coil_cartridges_%E2%80%93_which_is_right_for_you\" >Moving magnet vs. moving coil cartridges &#8211; which is right for you?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/#Cartridge_recommendations\" >Cartridge recommendations<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/#Ortofon_2M_Blue_%E2%80%93_moving_magnet\" >Ortofon 2M Blue &#8211; moving magnet<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/#Audio_Technica_AT-OC9XSL_%E2%80%93_moving_coil\" >Audio Technica AT-OC9XSL &#8211; moving coil<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/#Which_cartridge_is_better_MM_or_MC\" >Which cartridge is better, MM or MC?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/#Can_you_use_a_moving_coil_cartridge_on_any_turntable\" >Can you use a moving coil cartridge on any turntable?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/#How_much_gain_is_needed_for_an_MM_cartridge_vs_MC\" >How much gain is needed for an MM cartridge vs. MC?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/#Final_thoughts\" >Final thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Intro&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/turntable-replacement-styli#hifi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">stylus<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/turntable-cartridges#hf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cartridge<\/a><\/strong> are a small but incredibly important aspect of any turntable setup. Without them, you simply wouldn\u2019t get any audio. Cartridges come in two forms: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/turntable-cartridges?page=1&amp;filters[1764]=14540#hf#fltr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">moving magnet (MM)<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/turntable-cartridges?page=1&amp;filters[1764]=14541#hf#fltr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">moving coil (MC)<\/a><\/strong>, and although the desired end result is the same, the way they go about achieving it is fundamentally different.<\/p>\n<p>So, how do the two differ?<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"361\">In my head,\u00a0<strong>moving magnet vs. moving coil <\/strong>is a bit like comparing Imperial and Metric measurements. We all have a rough idea of what an inch looks like and could estimate it fairly well, but millimetres are much more precise (an inch is 25.4mm if you&#8217;re interested).<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"549\">Sticking with that analogy, MM cartridges are the \u201cinch\u201d \u2013 they\u2019re easier to live with, generally produce a punchier sound, have higher output levels, and are overall simpler to install.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"732\">MC cartridges, on the other hand, are the \u201cmillimetre\u201d equivalent. They offer incredible detail but tend to be more expensive, quieter in output, and more challenging to set up.<\/p>\n<p>That being said, I\u2019m painting with a broad brush here, but it helps to illustrate the point. MM cartridges have a simpler, more robust design and operation, whereas MC cartridges are more detailed and precise, but also require more care to get the best performance from them.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;In a hurry?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_a_hurry\"><\/span>In a hurry?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-116\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-116\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><\/td><th class=\"column-2\">Moving Magnet <\/th><th class=\"column-3\">Moving Coil<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-striping row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Design<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">The stylus is connected to a small magnet that moves within a fixed coil.<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">The coil moves across a stationary magnet.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Output<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">2 to 10mV, typically 3 to 5mV.<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">0.15 and 3mV, typically 0.15 to 1mV.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Performance<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Bold and punchy performance.<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Detailed, with more sensitivity to dynamic shifts.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-5\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Recommended cartridge<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/Hi-Fi\/Ortofon-2M-Blue-Moving-Magnet-Cartridge\/48ZY\" target=\"_blank\">Ortofon 2M Blue Moving Magnet Cartridge<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-3\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/Hi-Fi\/Audio-Technica-AT-OC9XSL-Dual-Moving-Coil-Cartridge\/4G43\" target=\"_blank\">Audio Technica AT-OC9XSL Dual Moving Coil Cartridge<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<!-- #tablepress-116 from cache -->\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.av.com\/turntable-cartridges#hf&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;SHOP TURNTABLE CARTRIDGES&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; button_bg_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_border_width=&#8221;0px&#8221; button_border_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_font=&#8221;Arial|700|||||||&#8221; button_icon=&#8221;&#x35;||divi||400&#8243; button_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|30px|10px|30px|false|false&#8221; box_shadow_style=&#8221;preset6&#8243; box_shadow_blur=&#8221;2px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;What is a cartridge and how does it work?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_cartridge_and_how_does_it_work\"><\/span>What is a cartridge and how does it work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A cartridge is the bit at the end of the tonearm that holds the stylus; it\u2019s responsible for turning the grooves in a vinyl record into an electrical signal.<\/p>\n<p>As the record spins, the stylus sits in the groove and picks up tiny movements. These movements travel up through the cantilever and into the body of the cartridge, where they\u2019re converted into a signal your system can use. This happens in both moving magnet and moving coil designs.<\/p>\n<p>Once the signal is generated, it gets sent to your <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/phono-preamps-for-turntables\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">phono stage<\/a><\/strong> to be boosted and shaped before heading off to your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/hifi\/amplifiers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>amplifier<\/strong> <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/hifi-speakers#hifi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>speakers<\/strong><\/a>. The stylus shape, cantilever material, and the internal design all play a role in how detailed or dynamic the signal ends up being. It\u2019s a small part of the turntable, but it makes a massive difference to how your records sound.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Moving magnet vs. moving coil cartridges&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Moving_magnet_vs_moving_coil_cartridges\"><\/span>Moving magnet vs. moving coil cartridges<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Design\"><\/span>Design<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-36372\" src=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ortofon-2M-Blue-Moving-Magnet-Cartridge-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Ortofon 2M Blue Moving Magnet Cartridge\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>All cartridges work on the same basic principle: a magnetic object moving through a magnetic field creates an electric current. This current then gets amplified and translated into sound, as explained above.<\/p>\n<p>Where moving magnet and moving coil cartridges differ is in which part does the moving. In an MM design, the stylus is connected to a small magnet that moves within a fixed coil.<\/p>\n<p>With the magnet having more mass, it creates a stronger current as it moves, which makes the signal louder and more robust. In contrast, an MC cartridge flips the setup. Here, it\u2019s the coil that moves across a stationary magnet.<\/p>\n<p>The coil is lighter and more responsive, so while it doesn\u2019t generate as much voltage, it can pick up much finer movements. This means better detail retrieval and subtlety in playback but with the trade-off of requiring more precise and often more expensive engineering.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Output\"><\/span>Output<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>As mentioned earlier, the design directly influences the signal each type of cartridge produces. MM cartridges have heavy-moving magnets, so they tend to generate a stronger electrical current. This results in a louder, \u201chotter\u201d output, making them easier to pair with standard phono stages and more accessible overall.<\/p>\n<p>Most MM cartridges fall into the 3 to 5-millivolt range, but the full window runs from about 2 to 10mV. This higher output simplifies system matching and helps keep overall setup costs down.<\/p>\n<p>On the other hand, MC cartridges produce a much lower output because the coils that generate the voltage are smaller and lighter. You\u2019re typically looking at a range between 0.15 and 1mV, though some can go up to 3mV. Because of this, MC cartridges need more gain from your phono stage or a step-up transformer.<\/p>\n<p>However, the payoff is in cleaner, more detailed playback, with extra headroom for musical transients and dynamic shifts.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Performance\"><\/span>Performance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-36389 alignright size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/preview-2025-07-09T121528.851-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Audio Technica AT-OC9XSL\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>MM cartridges deliver a bolder and more immediate presentation. Their higher output can emphasise punch and energy, which suits casual or lively listening setups well.<\/p>\n<p>The lower output of MC cartridges, by contrast, isn\u2019t a drawback; in fact, it can actually benefit your audio.<\/p>\n<p>With less electrical interference and a greater ability to track fine movements, MC cartridges are more sensitive to dynamic shifts in music. This allows them to reveal textures and microdetails that MM cartridges may smooth over, making them especially suited to critical listening.<\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll often notice more space between instruments, better articulation in vocals, and a generally more three-dimensional sound.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Moving magnet vs. moving coil cartridges &#8211; which is right for you?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Moving_magnet_vs_moving_coil_cartridges_%E2%80%93_which_is_right_for_you\"><\/span>Moving magnet vs. moving coil cartridges &#8211; which is right for you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It&#8217;s all about whether you want finesse and subtlety or a high, strong output.<\/p>\n<p>Choosing between a moving magnet and a moving coil cartridge really depends on how you listen and what kind of setup you\u2019re working with. If you&#8217;re after something straightforward that gives you a bit more volume straight out of the box, a moving magnet cartridge makes a lot of sense.<\/p>\n<p>MM cartridges are easier to pair with most standard phono stages, they\u2019re more affordable, and they give you a sound that&#8217;s full of energy and presence. Basically, they&#8217;re perfect if you&#8217;re just getting into vinyl or want something that works without much extra kit.<\/p>\n<p>Moving coil cartridges are a bit more involved, but they offer more in terms of sonic detail. You\u2019ll need either a high-gain phono stage or a step-up transformer to get the best out of them, but the payoff is a cleaner, more refined sound. If you\u2019re chasing detail and depth in your records and you\u2019ve got the gear to match, MC might be the way to go.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33776 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Pro-Ject-Juke-Box-E1-Turntable.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1330\" height=\"665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Pro-Ject-Juke-Box-E1-Turntable.jpg 1330w, https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Pro-Ject-Juke-Box-E1-Turntable-1280x640.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Pro-Ject-Juke-Box-E1-Turntable-980x490.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Pro-Ject-Juke-Box-E1-Turntable-480x240.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1330px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Cartridge recommendations&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cartridge_recommendations\"><\/span>Cartridge recommendations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#f3f3f3&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;30px|30px|30px|30px|false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px|20px|20px|20px|false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Ortofon 2M Blue &#8211; moving magnet&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; link_option_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.av.com\/Hi-Fi\/Ortofon-2M-Blue-Moving-Magnet-Cartridge\/48ZY&#8221; link_option_url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ortofon_2M_Blue_%E2%80%93_moving_magnet\"><\/span>Ortofon 2M Blue &#8211; moving magnet<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-36377 aligncenter size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ortofon-2M-Blue-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Ortofon 2M Blue \" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Nude elliptical diamond stylus<\/li>\n<li>More open and dynamic sound presentation<\/li>\n<li>New design with an increased output of 5.5mV<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.av.com\/Hi-Fi\/Ortofon-2M-Blue-Moving-Magnet-Cartridge\/48ZY&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;SHOP NOW &#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; button_bg_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_border_width=&#8221;0px&#8221; button_border_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_font=&#8221;Arial|700|||||||&#8221; button_icon=&#8221;&#x35;||divi||400&#8243; button_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|30px|10px|30px|false|false&#8221; box_shadow_style=&#8221;preset6&#8243; box_shadow_blur=&#8221;2px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px|20px|20px|20px|false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Audio Technica AT-OC9XSL &#8211; moving coil&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; link_option_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.av.com\/Hi-Fi\/Audio-Technica-AT-OC9XSL-Dual-Moving-Coil-Cartridge\/4G43&#8243; link_option_url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-xplr=\"inv-1-207507\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Audio_Technica_AT-OC9XSL_%E2%80%93_moving_coil\"><\/span>Audio Technica AT-OC9XSL &#8211; moving coil<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-36388 aligncenter size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Audio-Technica-AT-OC9XSL-Dual-Moving-Coil-Cartridge-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Audio Technica AT-OC9XSL Dual Moving Coil Cartridge\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Frequency response of 20Hz &#8211; 50kHz<\/li>\n<li>Neodymium magnet and permendur yoke<\/li>\n<li>Pure Copper by Ohno Continuous Casting process (PCOCC)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.av.com\/Hi-Fi\/Audio-Technica-AT-OC9XSL-Dual-Moving-Coil-Cartridge\/4G43&#8243; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;SHOP NOW &#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; button_bg_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_border_width=&#8221;0px&#8221; button_border_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_font=&#8221;Arial|700|||||||&#8221; button_icon=&#8221;&#x35;||divi||400&#8243; button_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|30px|10px|30px|false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; box_shadow_style=&#8221;preset6&#8243; box_shadow_blur=&#8221;2px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;FAQs&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_cartridge_is_better_MM_or_MC\"><\/span>Which cartridge is better, MM or MC?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Neither MM nor MC cartridges are strictly better, as it depends on your setup and listening preferences. MM cartridges are easier to match with most systems and offer bold, lively sound. MC cartridges, on the other hand, reveal more detail and subtlety but need more precise amplification.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_use_a_moving_coil_cartridge_on_any_turntable\"><\/span>Can you use a moving coil cartridge on any turntable?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Moving coil cartridges can&#8217;t be used on any turntable as they tend to require a phono stage with more gain or a step-up transformer to work properly. While the cartridge may physically fit, your turntable and phono stage need to be compatible with the lower output signal that MC cartridges produce.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_gain_is_needed_for_an_MM_cartridge_vs_MC\"><\/span>How much gain is needed for an MM cartridge vs. MC?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>MM cartridges typically need around 35 to 45 dB of gain, while MC cartridges usually require more, somewhere between 55 and 70 dB, depending on their output level. Lower-output MC models will need the higher end of that range to perform properly.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Final thoughts&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_thoughts\"><\/span>Final thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"488\">When it comes to vinyl and choosing a stylus, it really comes down to personal preference and what you\u2019re hoping to achieve. If you\u2019re just getting started with turntables and swapping cartridges, sticking with MM makes the most sense. It\u2019s also the better option if you\u2019re looking for a simpler setup, and there are plenty of excellent MM cartridges that offer impressive detail and clarity.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"742\">On the other hand, if you\u2019re aiming to optimise your vinyl listening setup and are equipped to meet the demands of an MC system, including a higher-gain phono stage, the results can be well worth it. The increased nuance and detail can be remarkable.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"1025\">If you\u2019re interested in the Ortofon range, we have <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/ortofon-cartridges\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">an article that explains the differences between the cartridges<\/a><\/strong>. You may not want to start with the 2M Blue if you\u2019re new to vinyl \u2013 the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/Hi-Fi\/Ortofon-2M-Red-Moving-Magnet-Cartridge\/48ZX\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2M Red<\/a><\/strong> is a more accessible entry point. If you want to upgrade, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/Hi-Fi\/Ortofon-2M-Bronze-Moving-Magnet-Cartridge\/48ZZ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bronze<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/Hi-Fi\/Ortofon-2M-Black-Moving-Magnet-Cartridge\/4900\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Black<\/a><\/strong> are strong contenders.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1264\">That said, you might simply prefer the sound of one type over the other, and that\u2019s just as valid. Personally, I\u2019d rather enjoy a high-quality MM cartridge like an Ortofon Black or Bronze than switch to an MC system. But that\u2019s just me.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.av.com\/turntable-cartridges#hf&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;SHOP TURNTABLE CARTRIDGES&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; button_bg_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_border_width=&#8221;0px&#8221; button_border_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_font=&#8221;Arial|700|||||||&#8221; button_icon=&#8221;&#x35;||divi||400&#8243; button_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|30px|10px|30px|false|false&#8221; box_shadow_style=&#8221;preset6&#8243; box_shadow_blur=&#8221;2px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/category\/hifi\/hifi-guides\/&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;READ MORE HI-FI GUIDES&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; button_bg_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_border_width=&#8221;0px&#8221; button_border_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_font=&#8221;Arial|700|||||||&#8221; button_icon=&#8221;&#x35;||divi||400&#8243; button_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|30px|10px|30px|false|false&#8221; box_shadow_style=&#8221;preset6&#8243; box_shadow_blur=&#8221;2px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The stylus and cartridge are a small but incredibly important aspect of any turntable setup. Without them, you simply wouldn\u2019t get any audio. Cartridges come in two forms: moving magnet (MM) and moving coil (MC), and although the desired end result is the same, the way they go about achieving it is fundamentally different.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":16,"featured_media":36371,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/turntable-replacement-styli#hifi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">stylus<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/turntable-cartridges#hf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cartridge<\/a><\/strong> are a small but incredibly important aspect of any turntable setup. Without them, you simply wouldn\u2019t get any audio. Cartridges come in two forms: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/turntable-cartridges?page=1&filters[1764]=14540#hf#fltr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">moving magnet (MM)<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/turntable-cartridges?page=1&filters[1764]=14541#hf#fltr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">moving coil (MC)<\/a><\/strong>, and although the desired end result is the same, the way they go about achieving it is fundamentally different.<\/p><p>So, how do the two differ?<\/p><p data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"361\">In my head,\u00a0<strong>moving magnet vs. moving coil <\/strong>is a bit like comparing Imperial and Metric measurements. We all have a rough idea of what an inch looks like and could estimate it fairly well, but millimetres are much more precise (an inch is 25.4mm if you're interested).<\/p><p data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"549\">Sticking with that analogy, MM cartridges are the \u201cinch\u201d \u2013 they\u2019re easier to live with, generally produce a punchier sound, have higher output levels, and are overall simpler to install.<\/p><p data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"732\">MC cartridges, on the other hand, are the \u201cmillimetre\u201d equivalent. They offer incredible detail but tend to be more expensive, quieter in output, and more challenging to set up.<\/p><p>That being said, I\u2019m painting with a broad brush here, but it helps to illustrate the point. MM cartridges have a simpler, more robust design and operation, whereas MC cartridges are more detailed and precise, but also require more care to get the best performance from them.<\/p><hr \/><h3>In a hurry?<\/h3><p>[table id=116 \/]<\/p><hr \/><h3>What is a cartridge and how does it work?<\/h3><p>A cartridge is the bit at the end of the tonearm that holds the stylus; it\u2019s responsible for turning the grooves in a vinyl record into an electrical signal.<\/p><p>As the record spins, the stylus sits in the groove and picks up tiny movements. These movements travel up through the cantilever and into the body of the cartridge, where they\u2019re converted into a signal your system can use. This happens in both moving magnet and moving coil designs.<\/p><p>Once the signal is generated, it gets sent to your <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/phono-preamps-for-turntables\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">phono stage<\/a><\/strong> to be boosted and shaped before heading off to your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/hifi\/amplifiers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>amplifier<\/strong> <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/hifi-speakers#hifi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>speakers<\/strong><\/a>. The stylus shape, cantilever material, and the internal design all play a role in how detailed or dynamic the signal ends up being. It\u2019s a small part of the turntable, but it makes a massive difference to how your records sound.<\/p><hr \/><h3>Moving magnet vs. moving coil cartridges<\/h3><h4>Design<\/h4><p><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-36372\" src=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ortofon-2M-Blue-Moving-Magnet-Cartridge-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Ortofon 2M Blue Moving Magnet Cartridge\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>All cartridges work on the same basic principle: a magnetic object moving through a magnetic field creates an electric current. This current then gets amplified and translated into sound, as explained above.<\/p><p>Where moving magnet and moving coil cartridges differ is in which part does the moving. In an MM design, the stylus is connected to a small magnet that moves within a fixed coil.<\/p><p>With the magnet having more mass, it creates a stronger current as it moves, which makes the signal louder and more robust. In contrast, an MC cartridge flips the setup. Here, it\u2019s the coil that moves across a stationary magnet.<\/p><p>The coil is lighter and more responsive, so while it doesn\u2019t generate as much voltage, it can pick up much finer movements. This means better detail retrieval and subtlety in playback but with the trade-off of requiring more precise and often more expensive engineering.<\/p><hr \/><h4>Output<\/h4><p>As mentioned earlier, the design directly influences the signal each type of cartridge produces. MM cartridges have heavy-moving magnets, so they tend to generate a stronger electrical current. This results in a louder, \u201chotter\u201d output, making them easier to pair with standard phono stages and more accessible overall.<\/p><p>Most MM cartridges fall into the 3 to 5-millivolt range, but the full window runs from about 2 to 10mV. This higher output simplifies system matching and helps keep overall setup costs down.<\/p><p>On the other hand, MC cartridges produce a much lower output because the coils that generate the voltage are smaller and lighter. You\u2019re typically looking at a range between 0.15 and 1mV, though some can go up to 3mV. Because of this, MC cartridges need more gain from your phono stage or a step-up transformer.<\/p><p>However, the payoff is in cleaner, more detailed playback, with extra headroom for musical transients and dynamic shifts.<\/p><hr \/><h4>Performance<\/h4><p><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-36373\" src=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sumiko-Blue-Point-No.-3-Low-Phono-Cartridge-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Sumiko Blue Point No. 3 Low Phono Cartridge\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>MM cartridges deliver a bolder and more immediate presentation. Their higher output can emphasise punch and energy, which suits casual or lively listening setups well.<\/p><p>The lower output of MC cartridges, by contrast, isn\u2019t a drawback; in fact, it can actually benefit your audio.<\/p><p>With less electrical interference and a greater ability to track fine movements, MC cartridges are more sensitive to dynamic shifts in music. This allows them to reveal textures and microdetails that MM cartridges may smooth over, making them especially suited to critical listening.<\/p><p>You'll often notice more space between instruments, better articulation in vocals, and a generally more three-dimensional sound.<\/p><hr \/><h3>Moving magnet vs. moving coil cartridges - which is right for you?<\/h3><p>It's all about whether you want finesse and subtlety or a high, strong output.<\/p><p>Choosing between a moving magnet and a moving coil cartridge really depends on how you listen and what kind of setup you\u2019re working with. If you're after something straightforward that gives you a bit more volume straight out of the box, a moving magnet cartridge makes a lot of sense.<\/p><p>MM cartridges are easier to pair with most standard phono stages, they\u2019re more affordable, and they give you a sound that's full of energy and presence. Basically, they're perfect if you're just getting into vinyl or want something that works without much extra kit.<\/p><p>Moving coil cartridges are a bit more involved, but they offer more in terms of sonic detail. You\u2019ll need either a high-gain phono stage or a step-up transformer to get the best out of them, but the payoff is a cleaner, more refined sound. If you\u2019re chasing detail and depth in your records and you\u2019ve got the gear to match, MC might be the way to go.<\/p><p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33776 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Pro-Ject-Juke-Box-E1-Turntable.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1330\" height=\"665\" \/><\/p><hr \/><h3>Cartridge recommendations<\/h3><h4>Ortofon 2M Blue - moving magnet<\/h4><ul><li>Nude elliptical diamond stylus<\/li><li>More open and dynamic sound presentation<\/li><li>New design with an increased output of 5.5mV<\/li><\/ul><p>https:\/\/www.av.com\/Hi-Fi\/Ortofon-2M-Blue-Moving-Magnet-Cartridge\/48ZY<\/p><h4>MM 1 Sumiko Blue Point No. 3 - moving coil<\/h4><ul><li>Full range frequency response of 13Hz \u2013 35kHz<\/li><li>2.5mV @ 1kHz of power<\/li><li>Aluminium cantilever offers precise tracking and improved clarity<\/li><\/ul><p>https:\/\/www.av.com\/Hi-Fi\/Sumiko-Blue-Point-No-3-Low-Phono-Cartridge\/52XM<\/p><hr \/><h3>FAQs<\/h3><h4>Which cartridge is better, MM or MC?<\/h4><p>Neither MM nor MC cartridges are strictly better, as it depends on your setup and listening preferences. MM cartridges are easier to match with most systems and offer bold, lively sound. MC cartridges, on the other hand, reveal more detail and subtlety but need more precise amplification.<\/p><hr \/><h4>Can you use a moving coil cartridge on any turntable?<\/h4><p>Moving coil cartridges can't be used on any turntable as they tend to require a phono stage with more gain or a step-up transformer to work properly. While the cartridge may physically fit, your turntable and phono stage need to be compatible with the lower output signal that MC cartridges produce.<\/p><hr \/><h4>How much gain is needed for an MM cartridge vs. MC?<\/h4><p>MM cartridges typically need around 35 to 45 dB of gain, while MC cartridges usually require more, somewhere between 55 and 70 dB, depending on their output level. Lower-output MC models will need the higher end of that range to perform properly.<\/p><hr \/><h3>Final thoughts<\/h3><p data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"488\">When it comes to vinyl and choosing a stylus, it really comes down to personal preference and what you\u2019re hoping to achieve. If you\u2019re just getting started with turntables and swapping cartridges, sticking with MM makes the most sense. It\u2019s also the better option if you\u2019re looking for a simpler setup, and there are plenty of excellent MM cartridges that offer impressive detail and clarity.<\/p><p data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"742\">On the other hand, if you\u2019re aiming to optimise your vinyl listening setup and are equipped to meet the demands of an MC system, including a higher-gain phono stage, the results can be well worth it. The increased nuance and detail can be remarkable.<\/p><p data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"1025\">If you\u2019re interested in the Ortofon range, we have <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/ortofon-cartridges\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">an article that explains the differences between the cartridges<\/a><\/strong>. You may not want to start with the 2M Blue if you\u2019re new to vinyl \u2013 the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/Hi-Fi\/Ortofon-2M-Red-Moving-Magnet-Cartridge\/48ZX\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2M Red<\/a><\/strong> is a more accessible entry point. If you want to upgrade, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/Hi-Fi\/Ortofon-2M-Bronze-Moving-Magnet-Cartridge\/48ZZ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bronze<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/Hi-Fi\/Ortofon-2M-Black-Moving-Magnet-Cartridge\/4900\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Black<\/a><\/strong> are strong contenders.<\/p><p data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1264\">That said, you might simply prefer the sound of one type over the other, and that\u2019s just as valid. Personally, I\u2019d rather enjoy a high-quality MM cartridge like an Ortofon Black or Bronze than switch to an MC system. But that\u2019s just me.<\/p>","_et_gb_content_width":"","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[60,139,6],"tags":[108,19,114],"class_list":["post-36311","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-hifi-guides","category-guides-2","category-hifi","tag-blog-category-guides-2","tag-hi-fi","tag-turntables"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Moving Magnet vs. Moving Coil Cartridges - What&#039;s the Difference?<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_GB\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Moving Magnet vs. Moving Coil Cartridges - What&#039;s the Difference?\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"The stylus and cartridge are a small but incredibly important aspect of any turntable setup. Without them, you simply wouldn\u2019t get any audio. Cartridges come in two forms: moving magnet (MM) and moving coil (MC), and although the desired end result is the same, the way they go about achieving it is fundamentally different.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"AV.com Blog\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/AV.com.uk\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2025-07-07T15:49:48+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2025-07-09T11:17:15+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Featured-image-Moving-Magnet-vs.-Moving-Coil-Cartridges.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"1330\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"665\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"Marc\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@AVComUK\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@AVComUK\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"Marc\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Estimated reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"8 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\\\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\\\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"Marc\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/person\\\/6d803d03d1dbd074ad6f32c633b26970\"},\"headline\":\"Moving Magnet vs. Moving Coil Cartridges &#8211; What&#8217;s the Difference?\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-07-07T15:49:48+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2025-07-09T11:17:15+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\\\/\"},\"wordCount\":2680,\"commentCount\":0,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\\\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/07\\\/Featured-image-Moving-Magnet-vs.-Moving-Coil-Cartridges.jpg\",\"keywords\":[\"Guide\",\"Hi-Fi\",\"Turntables\"],\"articleSection\":[\"Guides\",\"Guides\",\"HiFi\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-GB\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"CommentAction\",\"name\":\"Comment\",\"target\":[\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\\\/#respond\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\\\/\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\\\/\",\"name\":\"Moving Magnet vs. Moving Coil Cartridges - What's the Difference?\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/#website\"},\"primaryImageOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\\\/#primaryimage\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\\\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/07\\\/Featured-image-Moving-Magnet-vs.-Moving-Coil-Cartridges.jpg\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-07-07T15:49:48+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2025-07-09T11:17:15+00:00\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\\\/#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-GB\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\\\/\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-GB\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\\\/#primaryimage\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/07\\\/Featured-image-Moving-Magnet-vs.-Moving-Coil-Cartridges.jpg\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/07\\\/Featured-image-Moving-Magnet-vs.-Moving-Coil-Cartridges.jpg\",\"width\":1330,\"height\":665,\"caption\":\"Featured image - Moving Magnet vs. Moving Coil Cartridges\"},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\\\/#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"Moving Magnet vs. Moving Coil Cartridges &#8211; What&#8217;s the Difference?\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/\",\"name\":\"AV.com Blog\",\"description\":\"News, tips, deals &amp; loads more...\",\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/#organization\"},\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":{\"@type\":\"PropertyValueSpecification\",\"valueRequired\":true,\"valueName\":\"search_term_string\"}}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-GB\"},{\"@type\":\"Organization\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/#organization\",\"name\":\"AV.com Blog\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/\",\"logo\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-GB\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/logo\\\/image\\\/\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2023\\\/08\\\/AV.com-logo.png\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2023\\\/08\\\/AV.com-logo.png\",\"width\":294,\"height\":171,\"caption\":\"AV.com Blog\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/logo\\\/image\\\/\"},\"sameAs\":[\"https:\\\/\\\/www.facebook.com\\\/AV.com.uk\",\"https:\\\/\\\/x.com\\\/AVComUK\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/person\\\/6d803d03d1dbd074ad6f32c633b26970\",\"name\":\"Marc\",\"image\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-GB\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/secure.gravatar.com\\\/avatar\\\/4f2a350cafeae009bcba857a5e3e70842755e013feedb6da92adbb0b2443676c?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/secure.gravatar.com\\\/avatar\\\/4f2a350cafeae009bcba857a5e3e70842755e013feedb6da92adbb0b2443676c?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/secure.gravatar.com\\\/avatar\\\/4f2a350cafeae009bcba857a5e3e70842755e013feedb6da92adbb0b2443676c?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"caption\":\"Marc\"},\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.av.com\\\/blog\\\/author\\\/marc-lovely\\\/\"}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"Moving Magnet vs. Moving Coil Cartridges - What's the Difference?","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/","og_locale":"en_GB","og_type":"article","og_title":"Moving Magnet vs. Moving Coil Cartridges - What's the Difference?","og_description":"The stylus and cartridge are a small but incredibly important aspect of any turntable setup. Without them, you simply wouldn\u2019t get any audio. Cartridges come in two forms: moving magnet (MM) and moving coil (MC), and although the desired end result is the same, the way they go about achieving it is fundamentally different.","og_url":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/","og_site_name":"AV.com Blog","article_publisher":"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/AV.com.uk","article_published_time":"2025-07-07T15:49:48+00:00","article_modified_time":"2025-07-09T11:17:15+00:00","og_image":[{"width":1330,"height":665,"url":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Featured-image-Moving-Magnet-vs.-Moving-Coil-Cartridges.jpg","type":"image\/jpeg"}],"author":"Marc","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_creator":"@AVComUK","twitter_site":"@AVComUK","twitter_misc":{"Written by":"Marc","Estimated reading time":"8 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/"},"author":{"name":"Marc","@id":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/6d803d03d1dbd074ad6f32c633b26970"},"headline":"Moving Magnet vs. Moving Coil Cartridges &#8211; What&#8217;s the Difference?","datePublished":"2025-07-07T15:49:48+00:00","dateModified":"2025-07-09T11:17:15+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/"},"wordCount":2680,"commentCount":0,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/#organization"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Featured-image-Moving-Magnet-vs.-Moving-Coil-Cartridges.jpg","keywords":["Guide","Hi-Fi","Turntables"],"articleSection":["Guides","Guides","HiFi"],"inLanguage":"en-GB","potentialAction":[{"@type":"CommentAction","name":"Comment","target":["https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/#respond"]}]},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/","url":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/","name":"Moving Magnet vs. Moving Coil Cartridges - What's the Difference?","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Featured-image-Moving-Magnet-vs.-Moving-Coil-Cartridges.jpg","datePublished":"2025-07-07T15:49:48+00:00","dateModified":"2025-07-09T11:17:15+00:00","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-GB","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-GB","@id":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Featured-image-Moving-Magnet-vs.-Moving-Coil-Cartridges.jpg","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Featured-image-Moving-Magnet-vs.-Moving-Coil-Cartridges.jpg","width":1330,"height":665,"caption":"Featured image - Moving Magnet vs. Moving Coil Cartridges"},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/moving-magnet-vs-moving-coil-cartridges\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Moving Magnet vs. Moving Coil Cartridges &#8211; What&#8217;s the Difference?"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/#website","url":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/","name":"AV.com Blog","description":"News, tips, deals &amp; loads more...","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/#organization"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":{"@type":"PropertyValueSpecification","valueRequired":true,"valueName":"search_term_string"}}],"inLanguage":"en-GB"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/#organization","name":"AV.com Blog","url":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-GB","@id":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/AV.com-logo.png","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/AV.com-logo.png","width":294,"height":171,"caption":"AV.com Blog"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"},"sameAs":["https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/AV.com.uk","https:\/\/x.com\/AVComUK"]},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/6d803d03d1dbd074ad6f32c633b26970","name":"Marc","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-GB","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/4f2a350cafeae009bcba857a5e3e70842755e013feedb6da92adbb0b2443676c?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/4f2a350cafeae009bcba857a5e3e70842755e013feedb6da92adbb0b2443676c?s=96&d=mm&r=g","contentUrl":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/4f2a350cafeae009bcba857a5e3e70842755e013feedb6da92adbb0b2443676c?s=96&d=mm&r=g","caption":"Marc"},"url":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/author\/marc-lovely\/"}]}},"publishpress_future_action":{"enabled":false,"date":"2026-07-11 05:59:00","action":"change-status","newStatus":"draft","terms":[],"taxonomy":"category","extraData":[]},"publishpress_future_workflow_manual_trigger":{"enabledWorkflows":[]},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36311","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/16"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=36311"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36311\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":36391,"href":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36311\/revisions\/36391"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/36371"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=36311"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=36311"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=36311"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}