Ortofon 2MR Red Moving Magnet Cartridge

Product Summary

The Ortofon 2MR Red is a low-profile moving magnet cartridge designed for easy installation on turntables and tonearms where standard-height cartridges may require spacers. Based on the well-loved 2M Red sound, it delivers an open, dynamic presentation with a touch of warmth, making it an excellent first upgrade for enjoying more detail and energy from your records.

Key Benefits

• Low-profile 2MR body is ideal for Rega-style tonearms and other turntables where reduced cartridge height is useful
• Open, dynamic sound with a slightly warm character makes it easy to enjoy across a wide range of music
• Elliptical diamond stylus gives strong tracking performance and good groove detail for everyday listening
• Moving magnet design works with standard MM phono inputs and many integrated amplifier phono stages
• Quad-coil motor system with split pole pins helps deliver accurate, stable sound reproduction
• 5.5mV output provides a healthy signal level for simple matching with compatible MM phono stages
• Compatible with 2M replacement styli, giving a convenient upgrade path within the Ortofon range
• Two-screw mounting helps make installation straightforward on compatible tonearms
• 2 years manufacturer's warranty against defects in materials and workmanship

Technical Specifications

Cartridge Type

• Moving Magnet
• Half-inch mount
• Low-profile 2MR cartridge body

Stylus & Cantilever

• Stylus type: Elliptical diamond
• Cantilever material: Aluminium
• Replacement stylus: Ortofon Stylus 2M Red

Electrical Specifications

• Output voltage at 1kHz, 5cm/sec: 5.5mV
• Recommended load resistance: 47kOhm
• Recommended load capacitance: 150–300pF
• Coil system: Quad coils with split pole pins
• Coil wire material: OFC wire

Tracking Specifications

• Tracking ability at 315Hz: 70µm
• Recommended tracking force: 1.8g
• Tracking force range: 1.6–2.0g
• Dynamic compliance, lateral: 20µm/mN

Dimensions

• Width: 18.5mm
• Depth: 24mm
• Height: 14.5mm

Colour

• Black and Red

What’s in the Box

• Ortofon 2MR Red moving magnet cartridge
• Stylus guard
• Mounting screws
• Installation guidance