Getting started in the fascinating world of MC technology

The Ortofon MC Quintet Red is a cartridge for every genre of music. Free from the unpleasant coldness in playback that is typical of many entry-level MCs.

Technical specifications



Cartridge type:

MC (Low-Output Moving-Coil)

Output voltage:

0.50mV*

Amplifier connection:

Phono MC

Channel balance at 1 kHz:

<1.5dB

Channel separation at 1kHz:

>21dB

Channel separation at 15kHz:

>14dB

Frequency range:

20-25,000Hz

Frequency response:

20-20,000Hz ±2.5dB

Tracking ability at 315Hz:

65µm**

Compliance:

15µm/mN

Recommended tonearm type:

medium weight

Stylus type:

elliptical

Stylus tip radius:

r/R 8/18µm

Tracking force range:

21-25mN (2.1-2.5g)

Recommended tracking force:

23mN (2.3g)

Tracking angle:

20 degrees

DC resistance:

7 Ohm

Recommended load impedance:

> 20 Ohm

Housing material:

ABS / Aluminium

Height:

19.2mm

Weight:

9g

Special feature:

Coil made of OFC copper wire

*at 1000Hz, 5cm/sec. **at recommended tracking force
Height = distance from diamond tip to mounting surface

Herstellerangaben:

Ortofon A/S
Stavangervej 9
DK-4900 , Nakskov
Denmark
support@ortofon.dk