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Ortofon Super OM 5 - Moving Magnet MC Cartridge The Ortofon Super OM 5 is a high-performance moving magnet cartridge designed for superior sound reproduction with both standard and low-mass tonearms. Featuring interchangeable styli and advanced design enhancements, it delivers clear, distortion-free vinyl playback for audiophiles and music enthusiasts. Key Features Moving magnet cartridge compatible with standard and low-mass tonearms via removable weight plate Spherical stylus on OM 5S; elliptical stylus on Super OM 5E for improved tracking and reduced distortion Interchangeable styli including 3E, 5E, 10, 20, 30, 40, 78, and D 25 M for easy upgrades Low-mass cartridge body (2.5 g without weight plate) for precise tonearm matching High-rigidity Noryl cartridge body reduces resonance and enhances sound clarity Optimised pivot point and slit hollow pole pins extend frequency response Compatible with a wide range of phono preamps and playback systems Specifications Output voltage at 1000 Hz, 5 cm/sec: 4.5 mV Channel balance at 1 kHz: 2 dB Channel separation at 1 kHz: 20 dB Channel separation at 15 kHz: 12 dB Frequency range (-3 dB): 20–20,000 Hz Frequency response: 20–22,000 Hz Tracking ability at 315 Hz (recommended tracking force): 60 µm Compliance, dynamic, lateral: 20 µm/mN Stylus type: Spherical (OM 5S), Elliptical (Super OM 5E) Stylus tip radius: R 18 µm (Spherical) 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: 200–500 pF Cartridge colour (body/stylus): Black/Black Cartridge weight including extra weight: 5 g Cartridge weight excluding extra weight: 2.5 g Replacement stylus unit: Stylus 5S Compatibility and Usage The OM 5 series cartridges are designed for easy mounting and alignment on both top mount and bottom mount headshells. The removable weight plate ensures compatibility with standard and low-mass tonearms, allowing optimal tonearm matching and superior sound reproduction. Styli Interchangeability The OM 5 series offers a wide range of replacement styli, enabling users to upgrade sound quality without replacing the entire cartridge. Compatible styli include 3E, 5E, 10, 20, 30, 40, 78, and D 25 M, catering to various preferences and budgets. About Ortofon For over 50 years, Ortofon has been a leading manufacturer of moving magnet and moving coil cartridges, earning a strong reputation among music lovers and hi-fi enthusiasts worldwide.