Ortofon 2M Silver SH-4 Cartridge+Headshell (Moving Magnet) - w/Box - USED

Description

Ortofon 2M Silver SH4 Cartridge + Black Headshell – (Moving Magnet MM) - w/ Box - USED
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USED
An item that has been used previously.
The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear but is fully operational and functions as intended.
This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used.
See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections.
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All used cartridges show limited to minimal use if any.
All cartridges have been tested and are in working order.
Premounted Moving Magnet Cartridge
Following in the footsteps of the award-winning 2M Red model, known for its balanced and energetic sound quality, the 2M Silver adds further refinement and top-end openness.
They're a perfect match for a countless variety of both modern and vintage turntables which use a standard headshell, including those from Technics, Audio Technica, Pioneer, Fluance, and more.
Universal fit for most turntables with s-shaped tonearm
Upgrade from stock cartridges
The Ortofon 2M Silver is an all-purpose cartridge that delivers open, dynamic sound with an emphasis on detail and excitement
The Ortofon 2M Silver features an Elliptical diamond
Can be upgraded with an Ortofon Stylus 2M Blue
History of the 2M Series
The 2M Series was developed in conjunction with the Danish designer Moeller Jensen Design. Inspired by the facets of a diamond, whose contours gracefully trace the grooves on a record’s surface, the 2M’s handsome elegance establishes a great combination of form and functionality.
Of course, the 2M isn’t just another pretty face. It has been engineered to the highest standards and is congruent with Ortofon’s unrelenting commitment to providing the most precise and accurate reproduction possible without coloration.
The name “2M” was chosen as it represents the abbreviation for moving magnet, MM.
The four-model 2M line was originally introduced in 2008, and since then the range has been extended to include True-mono models 2M MONO and 78. Also available are models with expanded mounting options, such as Verso for bottom mount headshells and PnP for direct mounting on arms with universal mount.
Advancements in Sound
The differences among the 2M variants concern three primary areas: engine, body material and stylus profile.
The entire 2M Series features Ortofon’s split pole pins, an invention which enables moving magnet cartridges to have a flat frequency response as with a moving coil cartridge. Split pole pins were invented by Ortofon and were originally presented in the 500 and Ortofon OM Super Series.
The 2M 78, 2M Mono, 2M Red and 2M Blue use an improved engine, which provides an optimized sound reproduction and a high level of sonic accuracy.
The 2M Bronze and 2M Black use a special upgraded engine, featuring split pole pins with a silver-plated copper wire. The cartridge body material used for the 2M Bronze and 2M Black is manufactured from Lexan DMX Piano Black, a revolutionary material which ensures high rigidity while eliminating unwanted resonances.
Product Of Denmark
Today Ortofon is a micro-mechanical powerhouse, which develops, manufactures and markets the world acclaimed Ortofon cartridges and components for the hearing aids industry.
We benefit from being established in Denmark, a country recognized for its strong tradition in acoustics and its wealth of other high-end manufacturers, who make hearing aids and acoustic measurement equipment, in addition to all aspects of high-end audio.
Ortofon is owned by Danish businessmen and employs a staff of 100 people. The Ortofon manufacturing unit in Nakskov in the south of Denmark has modern machinery combined with experienced operators, so human craftsmanship is delivered with uniform industrial quality.
Technical Specifications
Output voltage at 1kHz, 5cm/sec - 5.5 mV
Frequency Response - 20-20,000 Hz +2/-1 dB
Compliance, dynamic, lateral - 20 µm/mN
Tracking Force, Recommended - 1.8 g (18 mN)
Cartridge weight without headshell - 7.2g
Stylus/Diamond
Elliptical
Output
5.5 mV
Frequency Range
20-22,000 Hz
Tracking Force
1.8g (18 mN)
Replacement Stylus
Ortofon Stylus 2M Silver
Interchangeable With
Ortofon Stylus 2M Blue
Summary
All-purpose cartridge that delivers open, detailed sound
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