Ortofon 2M Red Cartridge

The Ortofon 2M Red is an all-purpose Moving Magnet (MM) cartridge that delivers an open, dynamic sound with a touch of warmth. Engineered with Ortofon’s proprietary Split Pole Pin technology, the 2M Red achieves a flat frequency response typically reserved for much more expensive cartridges. Whether you are reviving a vintage turntable or upgrading a modern one, the 2M Red is the most cost-effective way to hear what your vinyl is truly capable of.

The 2M Red is defined by its clarity and musicality. It offers a "big" sound with a stable soundstage and a smooth top-end that is forgiving on less-than-perfect records. It is the perfect "all-rounder" for Rock, Pop, and Jazz, providing an energetic performance that makes every listening session more engaging.

KEY FEATURES

• Tipped Elliptical Stylus: The 2M Red features a high-quality Elliptical diamond. This shape provides a wider contact area with the record groove than standard spherical needles, resulting in more detail, better tracking, and significantly lower distortion.
• Split Pole Pin Technology: A signature Ortofon innovation that enables this Moving Magnet cartridge to have a balanced and neutral tonal response, ensuring your music sounds "right" across all genres.
• High Output (5.5 mV): The powerful internal generator ensures a strong signal, making it compatible with almost any integrated amplifier or phono preamp. This high output helps overcome background noise for a cleaner listening experience.
• Universal Mounting: The 2M body is designed for easy installation on a wide variety of tonearms. It features threaded inserts for secure mounting with the included screws—no fiddly nuts required.
• Upgrade Path to Blue: The 2M Red and 2M Blue share the same internal body. When you are ready for even more detail, you can simply swap the Red stylus for a 2M Blue stylus without needing to replace the entire cartridge.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Channel balance at 1 kHz: 1.5 dB
  
• Output voltage at 1 kHz, 5cm/sec: 5.5 mV
  
• Frequency response 20 Hz - 20 kHz: +3 / - 1 dB
  
• Tracking ability at 315 Hz: 70 μm
  
• Compliance, dynamic, lateral: 20 µm/mN
  
• Cantilever material: Aluminium
  
• Stylus type: Elliptical
  
• Stylus tip radius: r/R 8/18 µm
  
• Tracking force range: 1.6-2.0 g (16-20 mN)
  
• Tracking force, recommended: 1.8 g (18 mN)
  
• Tracking angle: 20°
  
• Internal impedance, DC resistance: 1.3 kOhm
  
• Cartridge colour: Black/Red
  
• Cartridge weight: 7.2 g
  
• Premounted cartridge weight: 16.7 g
  
• Recommended load resistance: 47 kOhm
  
• Internal inductance: 700 mH
  
• Recommended load capacitance: 150-300 pF