Ortofon
Ortofon 2MR 78 Cartridge
2M Mono Premounted
Step into an Era of Authenticity with the 2M Mono Premounted cartridge, thoughtfully crafted to perfectly suit the intricacies of playing mono microgroove LP vinyl records. The 2M Mono Premounted is mounted on a classic Ortofon SH-4 headshell, making setup with your turntable easy. Immerse yourself in the authentic nostalgia of mono vinyl records brought to life.
An era of authenticity
It’s never been easier to experience
Compatibility
The 2M Mono Premounted is a practical and elegant solution for you who wish direct and easy mounting and replacement on their S-shaped tonearm. The quality of the SH-4 headshell is sturdy and rigid, yet the design emphasizes a slim and delicate form factor. The strong, lightweight headshell has an ergonomic design with a long finger lift that is easy to pick up.
Brings out the best in your mono records
Stylus
Embark on an elevated mono experience with the 2M Mono Cartridge. Designed to bring out the best in your mono microgroove LP vinyl records, it features a stylus tipped with an R 18µm Nude Spherical diamond. This engineered feature is an optimal solution for playing mono microgroove LP vinyl records and is ideal for achieving exceptional playback quality and capturing the essence of vintage mono soundscapes.
The story behind MONO cartridges
A tribute to the Beatles
Leif Johannsen, Ortofon Chief Officer of Acoustics and Research, reveals the story behind the MONO cartridges featuring the 2M Mono SE, which was specifically created as a tribute to the Mono Beatles album Set released in 2014.
The Beatles have an important place in many music lovers’ hearts, and Ortofon is honoured to ensure high quality, modern replay from the new Mono Box Set.
Enjoy true mono
Output
The 2M Mono uses a strapped output to deliver the same output signal from both sets of pole pins. This effectively eliminates the need for mono-specific equipment, making it possible to enjoy true mono reproduction on any stereo playback system.
Ortofon 2M Mono Review – Does a Mono Phono Cartridge Sound Better?
“... the overall sound is more cohesive. There was a sense of depth in the low end that was missing with a stereo cart, and the top end was less washy, and much more focused. There is something quite magical about a mono recording like this, where everything needs its own space across the frequency spectrum to find space in the mix ...
... The 2M Mono is your ticket to unleashing the phenomenal potential of mono.“
Marc Henshall
www.yoursoundmatters.com
Output voltage at 1 kHz, 5cm/sec
4 mV
Frequency response 20 Hz - 20 kHz
3 / - 1 dB
Tracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force
70 µm
Compliance, dynamic, lateral
18 µm/mN
Stylus type
Nude Spherical
Stylus tip radius
R18 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
700 Ohm
Cartridge colour
Black/White
Cartridge weight
7.2 g
Premounted cartridge weight
16.7 g
Recommended load resistance
47 kOhm
Internal inductance
350 mH
Recommended load capacitance
150-300 pF