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The Ortofon MC X10 is a high-performance moving coil cartridge designed for audiophiles who demand exceptional sound quality from their vinyl collection. With its refined elliptical diamond stylus and pure silver coil system, it delivers unparalleled clarity, precision, and detail.
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Refined Elliptical Diamond Stylus
Delivers exceptional tracking and detail retrieval for a more accurate sound reproduction.
Pure Silver Coil System
Ensures exceptional signal clarity and precision for a more immersive listening experience.
Advanced Magnetic System
Provides maximum magnetic efficiency for a clean, powerful signal path.
Custom-Developed Rubber Dampers
Offer superior stability, reducing unwanted vibrations and ensuring precise coil motion.
Honeycomb-Structured Stainless Steel Frame
Ensures mechanical stability for accurate sound reproduction.
Modern, Elegant Design
Complements any tonearm with a minimalist and refined aesthetic.
Refined Elliptical Diamond Stylus
Delivers exceptional tracking and detail retrieval for a more accurate sound reproduction.
Pure Silver Coil System
Ensures exceptional signal clarity and precision for a more immersive listening experience.
Advanced Magnetic System
Provides maximum magnetic efficiency for a clean, powerful signal path.
Custom-Developed Rubber Dampers
Offer superior stability, reducing unwanted vibrations and ensuring precise coil motion.
Honeycomb-Structured Stainless Steel Frame
Ensures mechanical stability for accurate sound reproduction.
Modern, Elegant Design
Complements any tonearm with a minimalist and refined aesthetic.

Expert Insight

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This Ortofon MC X10 moving coil cartridge delivers exceptional clarity and precision, making it ideal for audiophiles who want high-fidelity sound. Its advanced materials and design ensure a stable, accurate performance that enhances any vinyl listening experience.

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Ortofon MC X10 Moving Coil Cartridge - High-Fidelity Sound for Vinyl Enthusiasts

The Ortofon MC X10 is a high-performance moving coil cartridge designed for audiophiles who demand exceptional sound quality from their vinyl collection. With its refined elliptical diamond stylus, the MC X10 delivers unparalleled clarity and precision, bringing every detail of your records to life. Engineered with advanced materials and precise craftsmanship, it sets a new benchmark in analog audio reproduction. Whether you’re upgrading your turntable or starting from scratch, the MC X10 offers a seamless transition into high-fidelity sound that’s rich, detailed, and true to the source.

Key Features:

  • Refined Elliptical Diamond Stylus: Delivers exceptional tracking and detail retrieval for a more accurate sound reproduction.
  • Pure Silver Coil System: Ensures exceptional signal clarity and precision for a more immersive listening experience.
  • Advanced Magnetic System: Provides maximum magnetic efficiency for a clean, powerful signal path.
  • Custom-Developed Rubber Dampers: Offer superior stability, reducing unwanted vibrations and ensuring precise coil motion.
  • Honeycomb-Structured Stainless Steel Frame: Ensures mechanical stability for accurate sound reproduction.
  • Modern, Elegant Design: Complements any tonearm with a minimalist and refined aesthetic.

Product Specifications:

  • Channel Balance at 1 kHz: 0.5 dB
  • Output Voltage at 1 kHz, 5cm/sec: 0.4 mV
  • Channel Separation at 1 kHz: 24 dB
  • Frequency Response (20 Hz - 20 kHz): +/-2 dB
  • Compliance, Dynamic, Lateral: 13 ?m/mN
  • Cantilever Material: Aluminium
  • Stylus Type: Elliptical
  • Stylus Tip Radius: r/R 8/18 ?m
  • Stylus Suspensions: Ortofon exclusive
  • Coil System: Quad coils
  • Tracking Force, Recommended: 2.0 grams
  • Internal Impedance, DC Resistance: 6 ?
  • Coil Wire Material: High-purity silver
  • Cartridge Weight: 8.6 grams
  • Recommended Load Resistance: > 50 ?

Product Q&A:

Q: What type of stylus does the MC X10 use?
A: It uses an elliptical stylus for improved tracking and detail retrieval.
Q: Is the MC X10 compatible with most tonearms?
A: Yes, it is designed to integrate seamlessly into a wide range of tonearm systems.
Q: What is the recommended tracking force for this cartridge?
A: The optimal tracking force is 2.0 grams for best performance.
Q: Does the MC X10 require a specific phono preamp?
A: It is recommended to use a high-quality moving coil phono preamp for optimal sound quality.
Q: How does the MC X10 compare to other Ortofon cartridges?
A: The MC X10 is designed to offer exceptional performance at a more accessible price point, making it ideal for audiophiles who want high-fidelity sound without breaking the bank.
Q: Can I use this cartridge for both 33 and 45 RPM records?
A: Yes, it is suitable for both standard and high-speed playback.
Q: What kind of sound quality can I expect from the MC X10?
A: The MC X10 delivers a clean, detailed sound with excellent clarity and precision.

Ortofon MC X10 Downloads:

Ortofon MC X10 User Guide

The Ortofon MC X Series

The Ortofon MC X10 is part of the Ortofon MC X Series of Moving Coil Cartridges. The MC X Series includes the following models:

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Product Description

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The Ortofon MC X10 is a high-performance moving coil cartridge designed for audiophiles who demand exceptional sound quality from their vinyl collection. With its refined elliptical diamond stylus and pure silver coil system, it delivers unparalleled clarity, precision, and detail.
Get the Details
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Features & Specs Line Circle

Refined Elliptical Diamond Stylus
Delivers exceptional tracking and detail retrieval for a more accurate sound reproduction.
Pure Silver Coil System
Ensures exceptional signal clarity and precision for a more immersive listening experience.
Advanced Magnetic System
Provides maximum magnetic efficiency for a clean, powerful signal path.
Custom-Developed Rubber Dampers
Offer superior stability, reducing unwanted vibrations and ensuring precise coil motion.
Honeycomb-Structured Stainless Steel Frame
Ensures mechanical stability for accurate sound reproduction.
Modern, Elegant Design
Complements any tonearm with a minimalist and refined aesthetic.
Refined Elliptical Diamond Stylus
Delivers exceptional tracking and detail retrieval for a more accurate sound reproduction.
Pure Silver Coil System
Ensures exceptional signal clarity and precision for a more immersive listening experience.
Advanced Magnetic System
Provides maximum magnetic efficiency for a clean, powerful signal path.
Custom-Developed Rubber Dampers
Offer superior stability, reducing unwanted vibrations and ensuring precise coil motion.
Honeycomb-Structured Stainless Steel Frame
Ensures mechanical stability for accurate sound reproduction.
Modern, Elegant Design
Complements any tonearm with a minimalist and refined aesthetic.
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Expert Insight

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This Ortofon MC X10 moving coil cartridge delivers exceptional clarity and precision, making it ideal for audiophiles who want high-fidelity sound. Its advanced materials and design ensure a stable, accurate performance that enhances any vinyl listening experience.

Expert Img
Nate M
Brand manager
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Details

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Ortofon MC X10 Moving Coil Cartridge - High-Fidelity Sound for Vinyl Enthusiasts

The Ortofon MC X10 is a high-performance moving coil cartridge designed for audiophiles who demand exceptional sound quality from their vinyl collection. With its refined elliptical diamond stylus, the MC X10 delivers unparalleled clarity and precision, bringing every detail of your records to life. Engineered with advanced materials and precise craftsmanship, it sets a new benchmark in analog audio reproduction. Whether you’re upgrading your turntable or starting from scratch, the MC X10 offers a seamless transition into high-fidelity sound that’s rich, detailed, and true to the source.

Key Features:

  • Refined Elliptical Diamond Stylus: Delivers exceptional tracking and detail retrieval for a more accurate sound reproduction.
  • Pure Silver Coil System: Ensures exceptional signal clarity and precision for a more immersive listening experience.
  • Advanced Magnetic System: Provides maximum magnetic efficiency for a clean, powerful signal path.
  • Custom-Developed Rubber Dampers: Offer superior stability, reducing unwanted vibrations and ensuring precise coil motion.
  • Honeycomb-Structured Stainless Steel Frame: Ensures mechanical stability for accurate sound reproduction.
  • Modern, Elegant Design: Complements any tonearm with a minimalist and refined aesthetic.

Product Specifications:

  • Channel Balance at 1 kHz: 0.5 dB
  • Output Voltage at 1 kHz, 5cm/sec: 0.4 mV
  • Channel Separation at 1 kHz: 24 dB
  • Frequency Response (20 Hz - 20 kHz): +/-2 dB
  • Compliance, Dynamic, Lateral: 13 ?m/mN
  • Cantilever Material: Aluminium
  • Stylus Type: Elliptical
  • Stylus Tip Radius: r/R 8/18 ?m
  • Stylus Suspensions: Ortofon exclusive
  • Coil System: Quad coils
  • Tracking Force, Recommended: 2.0 grams
  • Internal Impedance, DC Resistance: 6 ?
  • Coil Wire Material: High-purity silver
  • Cartridge Weight: 8.6 grams
  • Recommended Load Resistance: > 50 ?

Product Q&A:

Q: What type of stylus does the MC X10 use?
A: It uses an elliptical stylus for improved tracking and detail retrieval.
Q: Is the MC X10 compatible with most tonearms?
A: Yes, it is designed to integrate seamlessly into a wide range of tonearm systems.
Q: What is the recommended tracking force for this cartridge?
A: The optimal tracking force is 2.0 grams for best performance.
Q: Does the MC X10 require a specific phono preamp?
A: It is recommended to use a high-quality moving coil phono preamp for optimal sound quality.
Q: How does the MC X10 compare to other Ortofon cartridges?
A: The MC X10 is designed to offer exceptional performance at a more accessible price point, making it ideal for audiophiles who want high-fidelity sound without breaking the bank.
Q: Can I use this cartridge for both 33 and 45 RPM records?
A: Yes, it is suitable for both standard and high-speed playback.
Q: What kind of sound quality can I expect from the MC X10?
A: The MC X10 delivers a clean, detailed sound with excellent clarity and precision.

Ortofon MC X10 Downloads:

Ortofon MC X10 User Guide

The Ortofon MC X Series

The Ortofon MC X10 is part of the Ortofon MC X Series of Moving Coil Cartridges. The MC X Series includes the following models:

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