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The Ortofon MC X20 is made for discerning vinyl lovers who want to uncover deeper detail, texture, and musical expression in every record. At the heart of its performance is a nude elliptical diamond stylus, which makes direct contact with the groove for more accurate tracking and finer resolution. Compared to the MC X10's bonded stylus, this upgraded design allows the X20 to capture more subtle dynamics and deliver greater clarity across the frequency range.
This enhanced detail is supported by a host of carefully engineered components. High-purity silver coils ensure a clean and precise signal path, preserving the natural character of your music. A honeycomb-structured stainless-steel frame, crafted using Metal Injection Moulding (MIM), gives the cartridge added mechanical stability, while in-house developed rubber dampers reduce vibration and distortion. Together, these elements produce a smooth and lifelike sound with excellent tracking. The MC X20 is an ideal step up if you're ready to hear your records with a new level of refinement.
Product Ref: 337106
"This is a breathtakingly sophisticated cartridge and a serious alternative to moving magnet rivals anywhere near the price point. "
| Channel balance at 1 kHz | 0.5 dB |
|---|---|
| Output voltage at 1 kHz, 5cm/sec | 0.4 mV |
| Channel separation at 1 kHz | 25 dB |
| Frequency response 20 Hz - 20 kHz | +/-1 dB |
| Compliance, dynamic, lateral | 15 μm/mN |
| Cantilever material | Aluminium |
| Stylus type | Nude Elliptical |
| Stylus tip radius | r/R 8/18 μm |
| Stylus suspensions | Ortofon exclusive |
| Coil system | Quad coils |
| Tracking force, recommended | 2.0 grams |
| Internal impedance, DC resistance | 6 Ω |
| Coil wire material | High-purity silver |
| Cartridge weight | 8.6 grams |
| Recommended load resistance | > 50 Ω |
| Product Code | ORTOMCX20AB |
| EAN | 5705796271294 |