Ortofon Super OM 5E Cartridge

The Ortofon Super OM 5E is an advanced Moving Magnet (MM) cartridge designed for listeners who want the compatibility of the OM series with an added boost in sonic performance. By utilizing Split Pole Pin technology—originally developed for the high-end 2M series—the Super OM 5E provides a flatter frequency response and improved channel separation, delivering a more detailed and immersive listening experience.

The Super OM 5E is defined by its resolution, openness, and neutral character. Compared to the standard OM 5E, the "Super" version offers a wider soundstage and better instrument separation. It provides a crisp, modern sound that breathes new life into both vintage pressings and modern audiophile vinyl.

KEY FEATURES

• Split Pole Pin Engine: This "Super" upgrade reduces eddy current losses, resulting in a significantly flatter frequency response comparable to Moving Coil models. You get more extended highs and a more natural tonal balance.
• Elliptical Stylus Profile: The Super OM 5E features a high-quality Elliptical diamond. Its refined shape reaches deeper into the record groove than spherical needles, extracting more musical detail while reducing distortion.
• Increased Output (4.0 mV): The optimized generator system ensures a strong, clean signal. This makes it a perfect match for any integrated amplifier or phono preamp, providing excellent dynamic "punch."
• Optimum Match (OM) Versatility: Featuring the signature removable 8g weight plate in the mounting bracket, the Super OM 5E can be perfectly balanced on both low-mass and high-mass tonearms.
• The Ultimate Upgrade Path: The Super OM body is a high-performance platform. You can easily elevate your system further by swapping the stylus for a Stylus 10, 20, 30, or even 40 (Nude Fritz Gyger) without ever changing the cartridge body.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Channel balance at 1 kHz: 1.5 dB
  
• Output voltage at 1 kHz, 5cm/sec: 4 mV
  
• Channel separation at 1 kHz: 22 dB
  
• Frequency response 20 Hz - 20 kHz: 20-22.000 Hz + 3 / -3
  
• Tracking ability at 315 Hz: 60 μm
  
• Compliance, dynamic, lateral: 20 µm/mN
  
• Stylus type: Elliptical
  
• Stylus tip radius: r/R 8/18 µm
  
• Tracking force range: 1.5-2.0 g (15-20 mN)
  
• Tracking force, recommended: 1.75 g (17.5 mN)
  
• Tracking angle: 20°
  
• Internal impedance, DC resistance: 1 kOhm
  
• Cartridge colour: Black/Black
  
• Cartridge weight: incl. extra weight 5 g, excl. extra weight 2.5 g
  
• Recommended load resistance: 47 kOhm
  
• Internal inductance: 580 mH
  
• Recommended load capacitance: 200-500 pF