{"product_id":"ortofon-2m-blue","title":"Ortofon 2M Blue MM Cartridge","description":"\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eImproved engine, which provides an output of 5.5mV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eImproved dynamics and resolution, sounds more open and reproduces greater details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlso available with integrated headshell or verso version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAvailable in standard mount and reduced height (2MR) variant\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhich cartridge is right for me?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrtofon divide their stereo models in each of these ranges into four models - each named Red, Blue, Bronze and Black. This naming system doesn't only reflect the difference price, but also what type of sound to expect, helping you make the right decision on what cartridge would best suit your system, music collection and ears...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0376\/5026\/8291\/files\/cartridge_600x600.png?v=1610929963\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003e2M Series\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2M Red and 2M Blue are designed for precise and accurate retrieval of the information in the record groove. Indeed, it is Ortofon's lasting philosophy to only ever play the recorded sound, without colouration. To obtain a flat frequency response, as with a Moving Coil cartridge, Ortofon are using split pole pins in the 2M design, to reduce the eddy current. The split pole pins are an Ortofon invention which was originally presented in the 500 and Super OM series, to great effect. The 2M Red and 2M Blue both use the same engine with split pole pins. With this improved engine Ortofon have been able to increase the output to an impressive 5.5 mV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 2M technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth the 2M Red and 2M Blue have diamonds which are polished to the highest standards of the industry. 2M Red has a tipped elliptical diamond, and the 2M Blue has a nude elliptical diamond. The design has been optimized for easy mounting on to a tonearm; the weight and size of all 2M models is well-suited to fit the most common turntables on today's market. The 2M Red and 2M Blue also have interchangeable stylus units, and replacement styli are readily available in the UK.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the unique 2M design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2M was developed by Ortofon in conjunction with \"Møller Jensen Design\" from Copenhagen, Denmark - the same designer who collaborated on the award-winning MC Jubilee cartridge, and the coveted Kontrapunkt series. The inspiration for designing the 2M was related to the facets of the diamond - elegantly concentrating its contours against the grooves on the record surface. The name 2M was selected among several ideas. Ortofon wanted a modern name which would be easy to pronounce around the world, and to remember. Therefore an alpha-numerical name was chosen... \u003cem\u003e2M means MM, which is simply the common abbreviation for Moving Magnet.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2M range has been structured in the same way as the popular Rondo and Cadenza Moving Coil series, with ascending quality as you move from Red - Blue - Bronze - Black. The spectacular 2m Black has become the flagship of 2M, and all Ortofon moving magnet cartridges. 2M was also the last product  designed by Ortofon's former chief engineer, Per Windfield. He developed the 2M series over the final 2 years of his 30 year tenure with Ortofon. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2M Verso\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2M series of cartridges are now also available in a special version, suited for bottom-mount tonearms. The 2M Verso are available to special order in the UK. If you'd like to order one, please call our offices on 01235 511 166 to find out more.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHead-Shell shown for illustration purposes only and not included with cartridge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved engine, which provides an output of 5.5mV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimised sound reproduction and high level of sonic accuracy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNude Elliptical diamond tip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSplit pole pins with a copper wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved dynamics and resolution, sounds more open and reproduces greater details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied with 2 different sets of screws (M2.5 x 5 \u0026amp; M2.5 x 7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus brush included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso available with integrated headshell or verso version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table table-striped table-bordered table-responsive;\" border=\"0.5px\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Voltage (at 1kHz, 5cm\/sec):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5mV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannel Balance at 1kHz:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannel Separation at 1kHz:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannel Separation at 15kHz:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency Range (at -3dB):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20Hz - 25kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response 20Hz - 20kHz:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+2 \/ -1dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTracking Ability at 315Hz:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypically 80μm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompliance, Dynamic, Lateral:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20μm \/ mN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStylus Type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNude Elliptical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStylus Tip Radius r \/ R:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 \/ 18μm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTracking Force Range:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.6 - 2.0g (16 - 20mN)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Tracking Force:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8g (18mN)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTracking Angle:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20º\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal Impedance \/ DC Resistance:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.3kΩ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal Inductance:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e700mH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Load Resistance:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e47kΩ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Load Capacitance:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150 - 300pF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCartridge Colour Body \/ Stylus:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack \/ Blue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCartridge Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.2g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReplacement Stylus Unit:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.henleyaudio.co.uk\/products\/2mBlueStylus?DepartmentIds=1\u0026amp;BrandIds=1\"\u003eStylus 2M Blue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccessories:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x Stylus Brush\u003cbr\u003e1 x Screwdriver\u003cbr\u003e2 x Screw M2.5 x 5\u003cbr\u003e2 x Screw M2.5 x 7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"Standard","offer_id":56215776919938,"sku":null,"price":159.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Reduced Height (2MR)","offer_id":56215776952706,"sku":null,"price":159.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/6652\/0962\/files\/2M-Blue-1.jpg?v=1768429046","url":"https:\/\/premiumhomeaudio.co.uk\/products\/ortofon-2m-blue","provider":"Premium Home Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}