Ortofon
Stylus 3E
Elevate your vinyl listening experience with the Ortofon Stylus 3E. This precision-engineered replacement stylus is designed for Ortofon's OM 3E, OMP 3E, and OMB 3E phono cartridges, ensuring your records are played with exceptional clarity and fidelity. Featuring an elliptical stylus tip, it delivers accurate tracking and rich sound reproduction. It's the perfect component to maintain the optimal performance of your turntable setup, bringing out the best in your cherished vinyl collection.
$88.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
1466
/ 1640
#1466 in Turntable Accessories
Price vs Category Average
-93%
Below average
Stylus type
Elliptical
/ Elliptical
Who it's for
- Improved Tracking Geometry
- Excellent Value Proposition
- Wide Cartridge Compatibility
Who should skip it
- Bonded Diamond Construction
- Limited Detail Retrieval
- Susceptible to Wear
Key Specs
Stylus type
Elliptical
Stylus tip radius
r/R 8/18 µm
Tracking force, recommended
1.75 g (17.5 mN)
Tracking force range
1.5-2.0 g (15-20 mN)
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 / - 3 dB
Tracking ability at 315 Hz
60 µm
Tracking angle
20°
Cartridge weight (stylus only)
1 g
Features
- Elliptical stylus for superior sound
- Direct replacement for specific cartridges
- Ensures high-fidelity playback
- Precision-engineered for accurate tracking
- Designed for Ortofon OM series
- Restores optimal turntable performance
What customers say
The Ortofon Stylus 3E is overwhelmingly praised as an affordable fidelity upgrade, delivering exceptional value. Customers consistently highlight its elliptical profile, which significantly improves tracking and high-frequency detail over standard conical styli. Reviewers note a marked reduction in inner groove distortion, resulting in a cleaner, more articulate soundstage. It is widely considered the sweet spot in the OM replacement line, offering performance that exceeds its price point. Installation is straightforward and hassle-free. While advanced listeners might seek more refinement in higher-tier models, the 3E is highly recommended for most users as a foundational upgrade that dramatically enhances the daily listening experience.
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