Elys 2 vs Ortofon 2M Blue
The 2M Blue's output is 5.5 mV against the Elys 2's 7.0 mV. Both share tracking force (1.8 g), cartridge type (MM), and stylus type (Elliptical).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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The Rega Elys 2 is a multi-award-winning moving magnet cartridge designed to extract the most from vinyl records. It is hand-assembled in the UK and features a non-interchangeable nude elliptical stylus. The cartridge is ideal for use with Rega turntables like the Planar 2, Planar 3, and Planar 6.
Phono cartridge specifications
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The closest alternatives on specs, description and the systems they turn up in, with the specs they share set side by side.
The 2M Blue's output is 5.5 mV against the Elys 2's 7.0 mV. Both share tracking force (1.8 g), cartridge type (MM), and stylus type (Elliptical).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The Nd3's output is 5.5 mV against the Elys 2's 7.0 mV. Both share tracking force (1.8 g), cartridge type (MM), and stylus type (Elliptical).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The Concorde Music Blue's output is 6.0 mV against the Elys 2's 7.0 mV. Both share tracking force (1.8 g), cartridge type (MM), and stylus type (Elliptical).
The Exact's output is 6.8 mV against the Elys 2's 7.0 mV and its stylus type Fine_line against Elliptical. Both share tracking force (1.8 g) and cartridge type (MM).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
Ortofon 2MR Blue
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