Ortofon
Ortofon 2MR Black Cartridge
Best high-fidelity upgrade for Rega turntable owners seeking superior detail.
The Ortofon 2MR Black is a premium moving magnet phono cartridge designed with a special low-profile body for seamless integration with Rega turntables. It features a Shibata diamond stylus, renowned for its exceptional detail retrieval and wide contact area with the record groove, ensuring a highly accurate and engaging audio reproduction. The cartridge body is constructed from a rigid Lexan DMX Piano Black material to minimize resonances. This cartridge offers an increased output of 5 mV and utilizes Ortofon's innovative split pole pin technology for a flat frequency response, delivering a powerful, vivid, and detailed soundstage.
$749.99
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Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
173
/ 1637
#173 in Turntable Accessories
Price vs Category Average
-40%
Below average
Type
Moving Magnet Phono Cartridge
/ Moving Magnet Phono Cartridge
Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking maximum clarity and expansive soundstage depth
- Listeners demanding stable playback during complex musical passages
- Vinyl enthusiasts wanting a frustration-free, secure cartridge installation
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious collectors prioritizing value over premium performance
- Novice users intimidated by complex, high-precision calibration requirements
- Casual listeners preferring low-maintenance, durable equipment
Performance breakdown
Detail Retrieval
The Shibata stylus extracts microscopic nuances from every record groove.
Rega Compatibility
Low-profile body ensures perfect alignment without needing extra spacers.
Resonance Control
Lexan DMX construction effectively dampens vibrations for a cleaner signal.
Output Strength
The 5 mV output provides a robust signal for most preamps.
Frequency Accuracy
Split pole pin technology delivers a remarkably flat and balanced response.
Installation Ease
Straightforward mounting process makes setup accessible for most vinyl enthusiasts.
Key Specs
Type
Moving Magnet Phono Cartridge
Stylus
Shibata Diamond
Output
5 mV
Body Material
Lexan DMX Piano Black
Technology
Split pole pins with silver plated copper wire
Design
Low-profile for Rega turntables
Compatibility
Most tonearms
Warranty
1 Year Parts & Labor
Features
- Special low-profile design optimized for Rega turntables
- Shibata stylus for exceptional detail and groove tracing
- Rigid Lexan DMX Piano Black body minimizes unwanted resonances
- Upgraded engine provides increased output of 5 mV
- Features Ortofon's split pole pin technology for a flat frequency response
- Designed for precise and accurate retrieval of information from the record groove
- Easy to mount and compatible with a wide variety of playback systems
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Ortofon 2MR Black Cartridge for its exceptional sound quality and detailed audio reproduction. Many highlight its ability to reveal new layers in familiar recordings, offering a rich and immersive listening experience. Users frequently commend the significant upgrade it provides over other cartridges, noting improved clarity and a wider soundstage. While an investment, the consensus points to its superior performance justifying the cost, making it a highly valued component for serious audiophiles seeking a premium sonic upgrade.
Know before you buy
The 2MR Black features a low-profile body design that addresses the specific clearance requirements of Rega tonearms. This ensures proper tracking force and alignment without needing to add spacers to the tonearm base.
The Shibata stylus has a wide contact area that reaches deeper into the record groove than standard elliptical tips. This results in superior high-frequency detail, reduced distortion, and more accurate tracking of complex musical passages.
Yes, the 5 mV output is a standard level for moving magnet cartridges. It is fully compatible with virtually all integrated amplifiers and standalone phono preamplifiers designed for moving magnet (MM) inputs.
The Lexan DMX material is highly rigid, which helps to dampen unwanted mechanical vibrations and resonances. By minimizing these colorations, the cartridge provides a cleaner, more transparent, and more stable soundstage.
The 2MR Black is designed for straightforward installation and is compatible with most standard tonearms. While the low-profile body is optimized for Rega, its universal mounting system allows it to be easily aligned on any tonearm that accepts standard half-inch mount cartridges.
This technology allows the cartridge to maintain a flat frequency response similar to that of a moving coil design. It effectively reduces eddy current losses, resulting in a more balanced and detailed sound across the entire audible spectrum.
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