Ortofon OM5E

The Ortofon OM 5E cartridge is a vinyl turntable cartridge system designed for beginners. It is engineered to deliver good sound quality at an affordable price. This cartridge is compatible with a wide range of tonearms, making it easy to install and use.

Sound Quality

The Ortofon OM5E phono cartridge features an elliptical diamond stylus that provides accurate tracking of vinyl record grooves. The subtle variations in the music are faithfully reproduced thanks to its MM (Moving Magnet) technology generator. With a frequency response ranging from 20 Hz to 20 kHz and a channel separation of 22 dB, this cartridge ensures an immersive and detailed listening experience.

Ease of Use

The Ortofon OM5E is designed for easy installation and use. Its 1/2” mount is compatible with most tonearms, greatly simplifying the installation process. Moreover, after extended use, you can easily replace the stylus of this cartridge with the Ortofon Stylus 5E replacement stylus, extending the lifespan of your cartridge.

Technical Specifications

General Information

• Moving Magnet (MM) Cartridge
• Stylus Type: Elliptical
• Color: Black cartridge, black stylus
• Replacement Stylus: Stylus 5E

Audio Performance

• Output Voltage at 1,000 Hz, 5 cm/s: 4 mV
• Channel Balance at 1 kHz: 2 dB
• Channel Separation:
  • At 1 kHz: 22 dB
  • At 15 kHz: 15 dB
• Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz ± 3 dB
• Tracking Ability at 315 Hz: 60 µm (at recommended tracking force)

Physical Characteristics

• Dynamic Lateral Compliance: 20 µm/mN
• Stylus Radius: r/R 8/18 µm
• Tracking Angle: 20°
• Weight:
  • With Counterweight: 5 g
  • Without Counterweight: 2.5 g

Usage Parameters

• Tracking Force:
  • Range: 1.5-2.0 g (15-20 mN)
  • Recommended: 1.75 g (17.5 mN)

Electrical Specifications

• Internal Impedance, DC Resistance: 750 Ω
• Internal Inductance: 450 mH
• Recommended Load Resistance: 47 kΩ
• Recommended Load Capacitance: 200-500 pF