Ortofon MC X20 Moving Coil Cartridge - High-Performance Analog Audio Component
The Ortofon MC X20 is a premium moving coil cartridge designed to deliver exceptional sound quality and precision in analog playback. With a nude elliptical diamond stylus, it unveils hidden details, offering deeper musical immersion and greater clarity. The MC X20 combines cutting-edge engineering with refined craftsmanship to ensure accurate tracking, reduced distortion, and a rich, dynamic sound across the entire frequency range. Whether you’re an audiophile or a casual listener, the MC X20 elevates your vinyl experience to new heights.
Key Features:
- Nude Elliptical Diamond Stylus: Unveils hidden details for a richer, more nuanced sound.
- High-Purity Silver Coils: Ensures exceptional signal clarity and precision.
- Custom-Developed Rubber Dampers: Minimizes vibrations for superior tracking and musical accuracy.
- MIM-Molded Honeycomb-Structured Core: Provides mechanical stability for accurate sound reproduction.
- Advanced Magnet System: Optimized for maximum magnetic efficiency and signal clarity.
- Modern, Elegant Design: Seamless integration with any tonearm for a 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: 25 dB
- Frequency response 20 Hz - 20 kHz: +/-1 dB
- Compliance, dynamic, lateral: 15 ?m/mN
- Cantilever material: Aluminium
- Stylus type: Nude 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 is the recommended tracking force for the MC X20?
- A: The recommended tracking force is 2.0 grams, ensuring optimal contact with the record groove for accurate sound reproduction.
- Q: What materials are used in the MC X20’s construction?
- A: The cartridge features a high-purity silver coil system, custom rubber dampers, and an MIM-molded honeycomb-structured core for superior stability and performance.
- Can the MC X20 be used with a wide range of tonearms?
- A: Yes, it is designed to work with a variety of tonearms due to its lightweight and balanced design.
- How does the nude elliptical stylus improve sound quality?
- A: The nude elliptical design allows for better contact with the record groove, reducing distortion and revealing more detail in the music.
- What kind of sound quality can I expect from the MC X20?
- A: You can expect a rich, dynamic sound with exceptional clarity and precision, revealing the full character of each track.
- Is the MC X20 easy to install?
- A: Yes, it is designed for straightforward installation and seamless integration with most turntables.
- What are the benefits of the advanced magnet system?
- A: The magnet system ensures maximum magnetic efficiency, resulting in a cleaner and more powerful signal path for superior sound quality.
Ortofon MC X20 Downloads:
Ortofon MC X20 User Guide
The Ortofon MC X Series
The Ortofon MC X20 is part of the Ortofon MC X Series of Moving Coil Cartridges. The MC X Series includes the following models:
