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Ortofon - OM5E - Cartridge

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Original price $109.00
Original price $109.00 - Original price $109.00
Original price $109.00
Current price $99.00
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Explore a higher echelon of sound richness with the Ortofon - OM5E - Cartridge. Discover unparalleled audio precision with this state-of-the-art addition to your audio equipment, using a modernised moving magnet system honed by over 20 years of industry leadership. Embrace the product of relentless optimisation - a true testament to Ortofon's dedication in producing the best magnetic cartridges ever. Engineering feats, including a sophisticate stylus, an advancement in magnetic circuitry, and other refined features have contributed to an experience of pure sound clarity backed by tantalizing detail. A quick look at the specifications and top reviews and it is clear, this cartridge isn't just a product, it's your passport to a world of refined sound and music listening experience you've never encountered before. Whether you're an audiophile or a casual listener, the Ortofon - OM5E Cartridge is the landmark in sonic performance you cannot afford to miss.

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ℹ Product Information

Ortofon OM5E Cartridge

Step into immersive, high fidelity sound with the Ortofon OM5E Cartridge; a marvel of modern audio technology crafted from over 20 years of Ortofon’s expertise in designing and manufacturing magnetic cartridges. The OM5E’s prime feature of an elliptical stylus shapes your listening experience with a quality leap from Ortorfon’s innovative moving magnet (VMS) system. After years of research and refinement, Ortofon proudly presents their greatest sounding magnetic cartridges, designed to deliver a state-of-the-art sound within the affordable magnetic category. The OM5E provides an economic alternative that offers the famed sound quality of the more expensive moving coil cartridges, and has gained recognition and widespread adulation amongst music lovers and hi-fi enthusiasts around the world. Enjoy the results of Ortofon's meticulous research in transducer technology, and experience incomparable sound clarity with highly sophisticated styli, light and rigid cantilevers, and advanced magnetic circuitry. Savour the exceptional linearity, high channel separation, and reduced distortion courtesy of Ortofon's unique lightweight, moving magnet system that was originally introduced in their OM series and further refined for a superior performance. Also, appreciate the extended frequency range and improved phase linearity provided by cutting-edge techniques that Ortofon developed to slit the less than 1 mm diameter hollow pole pins, thus significantly reducing eddy current losses caused by magnetic hysteresis. The OM5E cartridge body, an innovative blend of Noryl plastic and glass, promises high rigidity and freedom from resonances. Navigate through your favoured harmonies with the assurance of Ortofon, the world leader in cartridge industry for nearly a century, whose commitment to excellence, quality and innovation are embodied in the OM5E Cartridge.

Features:

  1. State-of-the-art Transducer Technology: The Ortofon OM5E Cartridge utilizes Ortofon's sophisticated styli, light and rigid cantilevers, and advanced magnetic circuitry for an unparalleled sound experience.

  2. Optimum Oscillation Balance: Advanced computer simulation methods were used to ensure an ideal balance, improving linearity and channel separation while reducing distortion.

  3. Advanced Cartridge Body Design: Made from a unique combination of Noryl plastic and glass, the cartridge offers high rigidity and freedom from resonances.

  4. Enhanced Frequency Range: The slit of less than 1mm diameter hollow pole pins affords extended frequency range and improved phase linearity.

  5. Premium Stylus: Featuring an elliptical stylus, the OM5E promises quality sound, contributing to this cartridge's recognition and adulation amongst audio enthusiasts worldwide.

Benefits:

  1. Audiophile Sound Quality: The OM5E Cartridge delivers a high-fidelity listening experience from Ortofon's moving magnet system, presenting a sound quality that is state-of-the-art within the magnetic category.

  2. Increased Channel Separation: With improved linearity and advanced computer simulation methods, you'll enjoy higher channel separation, enhancing the clarity and crispness of your audio.

  3. Reduced Distortion: The innovative moving magnet system and smart design minimize distortion, allowing you to enjoy your favorite tunes as they were intended to be heard.

  4. Vibrant and Balanced Sound: The Ortofon OM5E cartridge offers a frequency range of 20-25.000 Hz, ensuring smooth, vibrant, and balanced sound through all genres of music.

  5. Economic and Quality Alternative: This cartridge provides a less costly yet high-performance alternative to the more expensive moving coil cartridges.

Specifications

Specification Detail
Product Type Ortofon - OM5E - Cartridge
Stylus Type Elliptical
Output Voltage at 1000Hz, 5cm/sec 4 mV
Channel Balance at 1 kHz 2 dB
Channel Separation at 1 kHz 22 dB
Channel Separation at 15 kHz 15 dB
Frequency Range 20-25.000 Hz (- 3dB)
Frequency Response 20-20.000 Hz ± 2 dB
Tracking Ability at 315Hz 65 µm/mN (at recommended tracking force)
Tracking Force Range 1,5-2,0 g (15-20 mN)
Recommended Tracking Force 1,75 g (17,5 mN)
Tracking Angle 20°
Internal Impedance, DC Resistance 750 Ohm
Internal Inductance 450 mH
Recommended Load Resistance 47 kOhm
Recommended Load Capacitance 200-600 pF
Cartridge Weight 5 g
Replacement Stylus Unit Stylus 5 E
Cartridge Colour Black (body/stylus)
Product Benefits Detailed sound, High rigidity
Top Reviews HFX Systems, Epinions Review
Additional Services Fitting, Balancing, Alignment and Calibration

Conclusion

In conclusion, the Ortofon OM5E cartridge offers the perfect blend of value and premium sound quality. Whether you're a die-hard audiophile or just starting your hi-fi journey, this top-notch cartridge is set to enhance your audio setup while delivering an immersive and sublime sound experience. Don't compromise on quality; choose Ortofon's OM5E Cartridge. Immerse yourself in the sounds you love, the way they were intended to be heard.

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ℹ Specifications
Specification Detail
Product Type Ortofon - OM5E - Cartridge
Stylus Type Elliptical
Output Voltage at 1000Hz, 5cm/sec 4 mV
Channel Balance at 1 kHz 2 dB
Channel Separation at 1 kHz 22 dB
Channel Separation at 15 kHz 15 dB
Frequency Range 20-25.000 Hz (- 3dB)
Frequency Response 20-20.000 Hz ± 2 dB
Tracking Ability at 315Hz 65 µm/mN (at recommended tracking force)
Tracking Force Range 1,5-2,0 g (15-20 mN)
Recommended Tracking Force 1,75 g (17,5 mN)
Tracking Angle 20°
Internal Impedance, DC Resistance 750 Ohm
Internal Inductance 450 mH
Recommended Load Resistance 47 kOhm
Recommended Load Capacitance 200-600 pF
Cartridge Weight 5 g
Replacement Stylus Unit Stylus 5 E
Cartridge Colour Black (body/stylus)
Product Benefits Detailed sound, High rigidity
Top Reviews HFX Systems, Epinions Review
Additional Services Fitting, Balancing, Alignment and Calibration

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