Ortofon MC Rondo blue

The sound of the Rondo Blue cell is more expressive and will allow for better differentiation between low and high-pitched instruments, while being better controlled thanks to the influence of its wooden body.

On this model too, the Nude FG 70 diamond is mounted on a cylindrical aluminum cantilever offering a linear frequency response beyond 20 kHz and high track following, at its specified tracking force of only 2.3 grams.

The opinion of the Ortofon Golden Ear Panel is as follows:

We consider that the sound image should suit those who appreciate both orchestral music and small instrumental ensembles such as chamber music, small choirs and solo instruments. The recommended load, depending on the volume and dynamics of the music, should be set around 50 Ω or even lower.

Moving Coil Cartridge

• Output voltage at 1 kHz, 5 cm/s: 500 μV
• Channel balance at 1 kHz: 1.5 dB
• Channel separation at:
  • 1 kHz: > 25 dB
  • 15 kHz: > 18 dB
• Frequency range at -3 dB: 20-35,000 Hz
• Frequency response 20 Hz-20 kHz: ± 1.5 dB
• Tracking ability at 315 Hz, at specified tracking force: 85 µm
• Dynamic compliance, lateral: 15 µm/mN
• Stylus type: Nude FG70, aluminum cantilever
• Stylus tip radius: r/R 5/70 µm
• Tracking force range: 2-2.5 g (20-25 mN)
• Recommended tracking force: 2.3 g (23 mN)
• Vertical tracking angle: 20°
• Internal impedance, DC resistance: 6 Ω

General

• Body: Wood/Resin
• Cartridge weight: 10.5 g