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The result is superior tracking, reduced distortion, and musical accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eExperience the Depth - Hear Every Detail\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMIM-Molded Honeycomb-Structured Core\u003c\/strong\u003e - At the core of the MC X Series is an advanced honeycomb-structured stainless-steel frame, created using Metal Injection Molding (MIM) technology. This refined construction ensures superior mechanical stability, providing an ideal foundation for precise and accurate sound reproduction.\n    After molding and sintering, a Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) surface treatment is applied to enhance surface appearance and maintain material integrity over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eModern Elegance with Distinctive Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  The MC X Series embodies modern elegance with a distinctive design that seamlessly complements the tonearm. From afar, its silhouette speaks of minimalist refinement; up close, its intricate detailing reveals craftsmanship at every level. True to Ortofon’s signature aesthetic, it’s a sophisticated fusion of form and function.\n  \u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eMC X10\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eMC X10 lays the foundation for high-fidelity sound. Its refined elliptical diamond stylus delivers clarity and precision, bringing your records to life with stunning detail. It’s the perfect starting point for an exceptional audio journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eMC X20\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eGo deeper into your music with the MC X20. Featuring a nude elliptical diamond stylus, it reveals greater depth and definition, uncovering the full character of each track. Rediscover your favorite records with fresh excitement and vivid precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eMC X30\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003ePush your listening experience further with the MC X30. Featuring a nude fine line diamond stylus, it offers extraordinary accuracy and resolution, rendering your music and every track with breathtaking detail and dynamic range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eMC X40\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eMC X40 is the pinnacle of the MC X Series, designed for the most discerning audiophile. Featuring a nude Shibata diamond stylus mounted on a rigid and lightweight boron cantilever, this cartridge provides unparalleled transparency, speed, and responsiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"MC X10","offer_id":43706872037460,"sku":"ORTOFON:MC-X10","price":329.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"MC X20","offer_id":43706872070228,"sku":"ORTOFON:MC-X20","price":539.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"MC X30","offer_id":43706872102996,"sku":"ORTOFON:MC-X30","price":779.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"MC X40","offer_id":43706872135764,"sku":"ORTOFON:MC-X40","price":1149.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/3281\/8260\/files\/Ortofon_MC-X10_image_01_LeftTiltTop.jpg?v=1773083569"},{"product_id":"sumiko-oriole-low-output-moving-coil-phono-cartridge","title":"Sumiko Oriole Low Output Moving Coil Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"col_narrow\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eReference Series Open-Body MCs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eSumiko's Reference Series open-architecture cartridges minimize the potential for coloration and distortion due to energy buildup that is sometimes propagated by the conventional cartridge body. Internal resonance is damped within the generator while remaining resonance travels up through the bonded mounting plate \u0026amp; headblock, then down the tonearm where it is dissipated harmlessly. The PEEK generator mounting plate provides the utmost stability and energy transfer while the stiff alloy headblock is the conduit through which that energy exits the cartridge. The generator itself minimizes distortion and losses through the implementation of pure metals and intelligent orientation of the same. The performance of this sophisticated generator is bolstered by Sumiko's multi-faceted approach to resonance control, precipitating to clean, musical, and highly listenable sonics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eHand-Crafted in Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eEach Sumiko phono cartridge is hand-assembled by the world-class cartridge makers at Excel Sound in Yokohama, Japan – a relationship they have proudly maintained for nearly forty years. Sumiko uses only the finest materials that combine to deliver performance that has enlightened generations of listeners. Each design is thoroughly auditioned until it meets Sumiko's stringent standards for sound. Production is then executed by expert craftsmen with a collective eye for precision \u0026amp; quality. The result is a family of cartridges that render emotion through tonally balanced, refined and fatigueless analog reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sumiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44212789117012,"sku":"SUM:ORIOLE","price":1699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/3281\/8260\/files\/Sumiko-Oriole-Low-Output-MC-Still-Life.jpg?v=1773927172"},{"product_id":"ortofon-mc-vertex-moving-coil-phono-cartridge","title":"Ortofon MC Vertex Moving Coil Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"col_narrow\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ortofon MC Vertex moving coil phono cartridge uses an integrated design in which mechanical, magnetic, and structural components work as a single system. The body and internal core are made from titanium using Selective Laser Melting, with a controlled internal cavity for resonance damping. A Diamond-Like Carbon surface coating provides a durable black finish with laser-engraved logos, creating a mechanically inert housing that suppresses internal vibrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMechanical energy transfer relies on a Vertex line contact diamond stylus mounted directly into a laser-polished solid diamond cantilever. The stylus features a 4 µm scanning radius paired with an extended 110 µm contact radius, spreading force across groove walls while maintaining tracking precision. Dynamic tracking force is rated at a recommended 2.5 grams with a 23-degree tracking angle, yielding a flat frequency response within plus or minus 1 dB from 20 Hz to 20 kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInternal signal generation utilizes precision-wound, high-purity silver coils mounted to a non-magnetic armature, preventing unwanted magnetic interactions inside the generator. An updated Wide Range Damping system uses a platinum disc placed between two distinct, in-house-developed rubber compounds to manage mechanical resonance across the frequency spectrum. This configuration produces an output voltage of 0.3 mV at 0.1 dB channel balance and 30 dB channel separation, making it ideal for high-fidelity sound system setup applications requiring a load impedance above 100 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47784529756244,"sku":"ORTOFON:MC-VERTEX","price":16999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/3281\/8260\/files\/OrtofonMCVertexMovingCoilPhonoCartridge_12.png?v=1791552779"},{"product_id":"ortofon-mc-x50-moving-coil-phono-cartridge","title":"Ortofon MC X50 Moving Coil Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"col_narrow\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ortofon MC X50 moving coil phono cartridge sits at the top of the MC X Series, pairing a nude Micro Ridge diamond stylus with a boron cantilever. The stylus tip features a narrow 2.5\/75 µm radius profile that tracks high frequencies cleanly while minimizing inner groove distortion. Paired with a rigid boron structure, this moving assembly delivers fast transient response and low distortion across a frequency range of 20 Hz to 20 kHz within plus or minus 1 dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInternal signal transfer uses high purity silver coil wire driven by a newly designed magnet system. This magnet configuration integrates a one piece pole cylinder into a rear magnet yoke to maximize magnetic efficiency. A newly formulated, Ortofon exclusive rubber compound damper controls mechanical movement at the coils, suppressing unwanted resonance during playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cartridge body combines MIM stainless steel with an internal honeycomb core structure to form a stable housing weighing 8.6 grams. Electrical specifications include a 0.4 mV output voltage, 6 ohm internal DC resistance, 0.5 dB channel balance, and over 28 dB of channel separation at 1 kHz. Running at a recommended tracking force of 2.0 grams with a dynamic lateral compliance of 14 µm\/mN, this cartridge integrates seamlessly into any high end analog sound system setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47784551514196,"sku":"ORTOFON:MC-X50","price":1699.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/3281\/8260\/files\/OrtofonMCX50MovingCoilPhonoCartridge_10.png?v=1791558182"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.audioadvice.com\/collections\/turntables-phono-cartridges-moving-coil.oembed?page=3","provider":"Audio Advice","version":"1.0","type":"link"}