Mono CG 65 Di MkII vs SPU Classic GM MkII
The SPU Classic GM MkII's compliance is 8 cu against the Mono CG 65 Di MkII's 7 cu, its output 0.2 mV against 1.5 mV, and its tracking force 4.0 g against 4.5 g. Both share cartridge type (MC).
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The Ortofon SPU Mono CG 65 Di MkII is a mono moving-coil cartridge designed for playback of coarse-groove 78 rpm shellac records and other early mono records requiring a 65 µm stylus radius. It has a 1.5 mV output, spherical stylus, groundwood-and-resin body, and a recommended tracking force of 4.5 g. The integrated SPU-style body uses an SME-type connection and is intended for medium- to high-mass tonearms. For best results, use it with appropriate mono playback equipment and records matching its 65 µm stylus profile.
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The SPU Classic GM MkII's compliance is 8 cu against the Mono CG 65 Di MkII's 7 cu, its output 0.2 mV against 1.5 mV, and its tracking force 4.0 g against 4.5 g. Both share cartridge type (MC).
The Mono CG 25 Di MkII's tracking force is 3.5 g against the Mono CG 65 Di MkII's 4.5 g. Both share output (1.5 mV), compliance (7 cu), and cartridge type (MC).
The Dorian's output is 0.6 mV against the Mono CG 65 Di MkII's 1.5 mV, its compliance 12 cu against 7 cu, and its tracking force 1.9 g against 4.5 g. Both share cartridge type (MC).
The TSD 15's compliance is 12 cu against the Mono CG 65 Di MkII's 7 cu, its output 0.2 mV against 1.5 mV, and its tracking force 2.5 g against 4.5 g. Both share stylus type (Conical).
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