Ortofon Stylus 520 Replacement Stylus for 500 Series Cartridges

The Ortofon Stylus 520 Replacement Stylus for 500 Series Cartridges is an updated and modern stylus replacement for the discontinued Ortofon 500, a classic moving magnet cartridge that was popular in the late 20th century. So that people can still enjoy these fantastic cartridges, Ortofon are reproducing MKII versions of the styli used on the famed 500 series, so that you can enjoy your vintage Ortofon cartridges for years to come.

The replacement stylus offers a frequency response of 20-20,000 Hz at + 1.5 / - 3 dB, ensuring crisp, clear audio across a wide spectrum. Its tracking ability at 315Hz at the recommended tracking force of 70 μm, coupled with dynamic lateral compliance of 25 μm/mN, ensures smooth, accurate playback.

The Nude Elliptical type stylus with a tip radius of r/R 8/18 μm delivers precise sound reproduction with minimal distortion. It operates within a tracking force range of 1.25-1.75 g (12.5-17.5 mN), with a recommended force of 1.5 g (15 mN) and a tracking angle of 20 degrees. The black stylus is recommended for use with the Series 520 MkII, 520, and 520P. Revive your beloved vintage cartridges with this modern, high-quality replacement stylus from Ortofon, and continue to enjoy the classic audio experience.