MC20 Super MkII vs MC X
The MC X's output is 0.4 mV against the MC20 Super MkII's 0.3 mV, its tracking force 2.0 g against 1.8 g, and its output impedance 6Ω against 5Ω. Both share compliance (15 cu).
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About the MC20 Super MkII
The Ortofon MC-20 Super mkII is a historically significant moving coil cartridge first introduced in the mid-1970s and reintroduced in 2010. It combines relatively high compliance with a smooth yet extended frequency response, making it a favored choice for audiophiles seeking detailed and natural sound reproduction. The cartridge features a Nude FG-70 stylus mounted on an aluminum cantilever, Wide Range Damping (WRD), and a high rigidity extruded aluminum construction with an aluminum cover/housing. It is supplied mounted on a high-quality adjustable aluminum headshell for precise alignment. The MC-20 Super mkII is recognized for its excellent channel separation and balance, low internal impedance, and recommended tracking force that ensures optimal groove tracking and sound fidelity.
Specifications
Cartridge
Phono cartridge specifications
- Cartridge Type
- MC
- Output Voltage
- 0.3 mV
- Tracking Force
- 1.8 g
- Stylus Type
- gyger
- Compliance
- 15 cu
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Weight
- 0.009 kg (0 lbs)
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