RB78 vs Ortofon 2M Blue
The 2M Blue's output is 5.5 mV against the RB78's 6.8 mV. Both share tracking force (1.8 g), cartridge type (MM), and stylus type (Elliptical).
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The Rega RB78 is a general-purpose mono cartridge handcrafted for accurate playback of most 78 RPM records. It features an elliptical 78 profile stylus, high-spec parallel wound coils, and is fixed using standard two screws. Compatible with Rega tonearms like the RB220 on the Planar 78 turntable, it delivers mono magic with a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects. Colour: Black.
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 RB78's 6.8 mV. Both share tracking force (1.8 g), cartridge type (MM), and stylus type (Elliptical).
The Elys 2's output is 7.0 mV against the RB78's 6.8 mV. Both share tracking force (1.8 g), cartridge type (MM), and stylus type (Elliptical).
The Mono ME+'s output is 5.0 mV against the RB78's 6.8 mV, its tracking force 1.5 g against 1.8 g, and its cartridge type MI against MM. Both share stylus type (Elliptical).
The Rainier's output is 5.0 mV against the RB78's 6.8 mV and its tracking force 2.0 g against 1.8 g. Both share cartridge type (MM) and stylus type (Elliptical).
Ortofon 2MR Blue
Super Elys
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