Ortofon 2MR Cartridges for Rega Turntables

The Ortofon 2MR range represents a significant advancement in the field of moving magnet (MM) cartridges for vinyl playback. Designed to fit turntables requiring low-profile cartridges, this series stands out for its ability to deliver an authentic and immersive listening experience, thanks to innovative design and high-level sonic performance.

Sound Quality

Ortofon 2MR cartridges are engineered to faithfully reproduce sound, with a high-performance motor system featuring quadruple coils and split pole pins, a characteristic unique to Ortofon cartridges. This innovation reduces losses from eddy currents, thereby improving channel balance and sound accuracy. The range includes several models, each with a different stylus profile and technical specifications influencing sound quality. For example, the 2MR Black model is renowned for its Shibata diamond stylus, capable of retrieving a high level of detail from vinyl grooves.

Compatibility

The 2MR cartridges are designed with a new optimized housing for easy installation on low-profile turntables, such as those from Rega. The slim body of the cartridges eliminates the need for spacers or modifications, ensuring quick and easy mounting with just two screws. The series is also fully compatible with all 2M styli, allowing users to customize their listening experience by interchanging styli from different models in the 2M and 2MR series.

Design

The design of the 2MR series features a low-profile body, which is 3 mm shorter than that of the standard 2M series, facilitating integration with turntables requiring a lower form factor. The aesthetics of the cartridges are modern and elegant, with an emphasis on functionality and ease of use.

Performance

In terms of performance, the 2MR series offers a range of options from entry-level to high-end. The series includes the 2MR Red, Blue, Bronze, and Black models, each increasing in performance and price. The 2MR Black LVB 250 represents the top of the line, with a boron cantilever and Ortofon’s Nano Tube suspension system for accurate and detailed sound reproduction. Specifications such as output voltage, frequency response, tracking ability, and compliance vary across models, catering to different performance needs and budgets.

2MR Cartridge References

• Ortofon 2MR Red: Elliptical stylus on aluminum cantilever.
• Ortofon 2MR Blue: Nude Elliptical stylus on aluminum cantilever.
• Ortofon 2MR Bronze: Nude Fine Line stylus on aluminum cantilever.
• Ortofon 2MR Black: Nude Shibata stylus on aluminum cantilever.
• Ortofon 2MR Black LVB 250: Nude Shibata stylus on boron cantilever.
• Ortofon 2MR 78: Spherical stylus, designed for playing 78 rpm records.
• Ortofon 2MR Mono: Nude Spherical stylus, specially designed for playing mono LP microgroove records.