Description Ortofon 2M 78 Pre-Mounted on SH-4 Headshell With the Ortofon 2M 78 Pre-Mounted on SH-4 Headshell it’s never been easier to experience compatibility. Experience the convenience of the 2M 78 Premounted – a smart and refined choice for those seeking straightforward installation and effortless replacement on their S-shaped tonearm. The SH-4 headshell’s resilience and stability are enhanced by its slender and refined design. A robust yet lightweight construction, coupled with an ergonomic, extended finger lift, ensures easy handling and pickup. View Product Information >> View Product Information >> View Ortofon Products >> Review Sensational schellac! “… Well thought out MONO, standard groove version of respected 2M Series of cartridges … – Detailed sound – Low surface noise – Fast and punchy rhythmus – Excellent tracking at the recommended 1.8 g“ Tony Bolton / Hi-Fi World April 2013 Features Made for mono Stylus The 2M 78 features a stylus’ tip with a Spherical diamond, perfect for playback of 78 rpm shellac records. These unique records necessitate a larger stylus profile, and the 2M 78 flawlessly accommodates this requirement, ensuring optimal playback quality and preserving the authenticity of your cherished collection. Enjoy true mono 2M 78 uses a strapped output to deliver the same output signal from both sets of pole pins. This effectively eliminates the need for mono-specific equipment, making it possible to enjoy true mono reproduction on any stereo playback system. Replacement How to replace M2.0 mm screws on 2M 78 Verso Remove the stylus with the stylus protection guard from the cartridge body to avoid damaging the diamond. Using the Torx 8 key, unscrew the black screw from the Verso top plate. Gently detach the top plate by pulling the screws. Remove the two countersunk screws from the top plate. Insert the two M2.0 mm screws in the top plate. Attach the top plate to the cartridge body by flipping it 180 degrees. Mount the black screw in the top plate and tighten with appropriate force. Mount the cartridge on the tonearm using the enclosed tool. Mount the stylus with the stylus protection guard on the cartridge body. Specifications Output voltage at 1 kHz, 5cm/sec 4 mV Frequency response 20 Hz – 20 kHz 3 / – 1 dB Tracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force 70 µm Compliance, dynamic, lateral 18 µm/mN Stylus type Spherical Stylus tip radius R 65 µm Tracking force range 1.6-2.0g (16-20 mN) Tracking force, recommended1.8 g (18 mN) Tracking angle 20° Internal impedance, DC resistance 700 Ohm Cartridge colour Black/Grey Cartridge weight 7.2 g Premounted cartridge weight 16.7 g Recommended load resistance 47 kOhm Internal inductance 350 mH Recommended load capacitance 150-300 pF
