Cadenza, derived from the Italian word “cadence”, refers to a section within a musical performance, typically a concerto, in which the orchestra ends its playing and allows the soloist to play independently and unhindered by a strict rhythmic pattern.

The Cadenza Bronze is a true high-end reference cartridge that conveys music with the highest precision, impact and dynamics.

The Cadenza Bronze model uses a Replicant 100 stylus and a tapered aluminum cantilever. The coil wire is the famous Ortofon Aucurum wire, a gold-plated 6NX copper wire.

The Field Stabilizing Element (FSE) is used for optimal linearity, especially in complex crescendo passages.

Cadenza Bronze’s stereo imaging capabilities illuminate the far corners of the soundstage in all three dimensions.

Technical Data

Pickup Type: Moving Coil Pickup System
Output voltage at 1000 Hz, 5 cm/sec: 0.4 mV
Channel balance at 1 kHz:< 1dB
Channel separation at 1 kHz:> 24dB
Channel separation at 15 kHz:> 20dB
Frequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz – +/-1.5
Tracking capability at 315 Hz with recommended tracking force: 80 µm
Compliance, dynamic, lateral: 12 µm/mN
Needle cut: Nude Ortofon Replicant 100 on conical aluminum cantilever
Needle tip radius: r/R 5/100 µm
Tracking force range: 2.2-2.7 g (22-27 mN)
Tracking force, recommended: 2.5 g (25 mN)
Track angle: 23°
Internal impedance, DC resistance: 5 ohms
Recommended load impedance: 50-200 ohms
Cartridge body material: stainless steel/aluminum
Pickup weight: 10.7 gr

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Cadenza, derived from the Italian word “cadence”, refers to a section within a musical performance, typically a concerto, in which the orchestra ends its playing and allows the soloist to play independently and unhindered by a strict rhythmic pattern.

The Cadenza Blue is true to the music with tremendous clarity.

The Cadenza Blue model uses a Nude FG 70 needle with a very thin ruby ​​cantilever. The coils are made of 6NX (99.9999%) pure silver wire. An improved winding process on the anchor allows for better channel balance.

The soundstage of the Cadenza Blue is wide open and terrific right out of the box. Microdynamics and atmosphere become clear when listening to complex compositions. It achieves a very high level of definition in perspective that is very present.

Technical Data
Output voltage at 1 kHz 5 cm/s: 0.5 mV
Channel balance:< 1.2dB
Channel separation at 1 kHz:> 23dB
Channel separation at 15 kHz:> 15dB
Frequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz – +2/-1
Tracking capability at 315 Hz with recommended tracking force: 80 μm
Compliance, dynamic, lateral: 12 μm/mN
Needle type: Nude FG 70 on Ruby cantilever
Probe tip radius: r/R 6/70 μm
Tracking force range: 2.2-2.7 g (22-27 mN)
Tracking force recommended: 2.5 g (25 mN)
Tracking angle: 20º
Internal impedance, DC resistance: 5 ohms
Recommended load impedance: 50-200 ohms
Cartridge body material: stainless steel and aluminum
Cartridge weight: 10.7 gr.

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Cadenza, derived from the Italian word “cadence”, refers to a section within a musical performance, typically a concerto, in which the orchestra ends its playing and allows the soloist to play independently and unhindered by a strict rhythmic pattern.

The sound of the Cadenza Red is relaxed, homogeneous and moderately dynamic and has great spatiality and depth in the stereo image.
The Cadenza Red model uses a Nude Fine Line pen with a cylindrical aluminum boom. The tip radius is r/R 8/40 µm.
The coils are made of 6NX (99.9999%) pure silver wire. An improved winding process on the anchor allows for better channel balance.

MC Cadenza Red delivers an open, dynamic sound with a hint of warmth.

Technical Data
Pickup Type: Moving Coil Pickup System
Output voltage at 1 kHz 5 cm/s: 0.45 mV
Channel balance:< 1.5dB
Channel separation at 1 kHz:> 23dB
Channel separation at 15 kHz:> 15dB
Frequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz – +3/-1
Tracking capability at 315 Hz with recommended tracking force: 80 μm
Compliance, dynamic, lateral: 12 μm/mN
Needle cut: Nude Fine Line on aluminum cantilever
Probe tip radius: r/R 8/40 μm
Tracking force range: 2.2-2.7 g (22-27 mN)
Tracking force recommended: 2.5 g (25 mN)
Tracking angle: 20º
Internal impedance, DC resistance: 5 ohms
Recommended load impedance: 50-500 ohms
Cartridge body material: stainless steel and aluminum
Pickup weight: 10.7 gr

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The Quintet Black S is the best example of the Quintet’s overall excellence.

The Quintet Black S is adorned with a Nude Shibata diamond, considered one of the finest needle profiles available, mounted on a high-performance sapphire support.
The Shibata’s slim, highly polished profile allows for an extremely large contact area with the groove walls, ensuring detailed and pure reproduction across the entire spectrum, including high-frequency groove information.
The MC Quintet series is in line with Ortofon’s tireless commitment to the most precise and accurate reproduction possible without coloring:

A special PC thermoplastic material is used to manufacture the case. This lightweight, impact-resistant material is very suitable for injection molding and provides a very durable, scratch-resistant surface.

To achieve optimal performance, neodymium magnets are used.

Due to the low internal impedance, the pickup is less load sensitive and therefore ensures compatibility with a wide variety of preamplifiers and transformers.
The MC Quintet Black S is the best of all, true to the groove with resolution and precise insight into every recording.

Technical Data
Pickup Type: Moving Coil Pickup System
Output voltage: 0.3mV
Frequency range: 20 – 25,000 Hz
Scanning capability at 315 Hz: 80 µm
rec. Tracking force: 2.3 g (23 mN)
rec. Terminating resistor:> 20 ohms
Weight: 9 grams
Shibata needle cut
Color: Black

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The Bronze Quintet advances to the higher league of quintets.
The Nude Fine Line diamond stylus’s slim profile captures even the highest frequency information, making it a must-have for discerning listeners.

Additionally, the larger footprint ensures lower distortion and record wear.
The sound will be very balanced in all respects. Classical music is reproduced with power and open space around each of the instruments.

The MC Quintet series is in line with Ortofon’s tireless commitment to the most precise and accurate reproduction possible without coloring:

A special thermoplastic ABS material (acrylonitrile/butadiene/styrene) is used to manufacture the housing. This lightweight, impact-resistant material is very suitable for injection molding and provides a very durable, scratch-resistant surface.

To achieve optimal performance, neodymium magnets are used.

Due to the low internal impedance, the pickup is less load sensitive and therefore ensures compatibility with a wide variety of preamplifiers and transformers.
MC Quintet Bronze adds even more detail and resolution, but in a very balanced way that pays respect to all elements.

Technical Data
Pickup Type: Moving Coil Pickup System
Output voltage: 0.3mV
Frequency range: 20 – 25,000 Hz
Scanning capability at 315 Hz: 80 µm
rec. Tracking force: 2.3 g (23 mN)
rec. Terminating resistor:> 20 ohms
Weight: 9g
Fine line needle cut
Color: Bronze

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The Quintet Blue is a very homogeneous pickup.

The sound of the Quintet Blue tends to be more evenly reproduced compared to the Quintet Red and a moderate dynamic strength compared to the Quintet Bronze.

It features a naked elliptical diamond mounted on an aluminum cantilever. The Quintet Blue brings more space, depth and detail to the sound and is a very good choice for any type of music, especially rhythmic music.

The MC Quintet series is in line with Ortofon’s tireless commitment to the most precise and accurate reproduction possible without discoloration:

A special PC thermoplastic material is used to manufacture the case. This lightweight, impact-resistant material is very suitable for injection molding and provides a very durable, scratch-resistant surface.
To achieve optimal performance, neodymium magnets are used.
Due to the low internal impedance, the pickup is less load sensitive and therefore ensures compatibility with a wide variety of preamplifiers and transformers.
MC Quintet Blue adds even more detail and resolution, but in a very balanced way that pays respect to all elements.

Technical Data
Pickup Type: Moving Coil Pickup System
Output voltage: 0.5mV
Frequency range: 20 – 25,000 Hz
Scanning capability at 315 Hz: 70 µm
rec. Tracking force: 2.3 g (23 mN)
rec. Terminating resistor:> 20 ohms
Weight: 9 grams

elliptical needle grind
Colour blue

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Enter the exclusive world of Ortofon’s famous moving coil sound.

The Quintet Red is a perfect introduction to the world of Ortofon moving coils. It features an elliptical diamond cut and polished to Ortofon’s standards.
This entry-level MC pickup offers very good value for money and is a perfect all-rounder for beginners in the world of moving coil pickups.

MC Quintet Red is an all-purpose pickup that delivers an open, dynamic tone with a slight touch of warmth.

The MC Quintet series is in line with Ortofon’s tireless commitment to the most precise and accurate reproduction possible without coloring:

A special PC thermoplastic material is used to manufacture the case. This lightweight, impact-resistant material is very suitable for injection molding and provides a very durable, scratch-resistant surface.

To achieve optimal performance, neodymium magnets are used.
Due to the low internal impedance, the pickup is less load sensitive and therefore ensures compatibility with a wide variety of preamplifiers and transformers.
MC Quintet Red is an all-purpose pickup that delivers an open, dynamic tone with a slight touch of warmth.

Pickup Type: Moving Coil Pickup System

Output voltage: 0.5mV

Frequency range: 20 – 25,000 Hz

Scanning capability at 315 Hz: 65 µm

rec. Tracking force: 2.3 g (23 mN)

rec. Terminating resistor:> 20 ohms

Weight: 9 grams

elliptical needle grind

Red color

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The 2M Black is the flagship of the series and lives up to this claim with flying colors. You can hear every little detail of the music from every part of the spectrum. Exactly how the artist wanted it. This is for those who want to feel the artist’s presence in the room while listening to their records.

Pickup type: MM (moving magnet)

Shibata needle cut

Output voltage: 5mV

Frequency range: 20 – 31,000 Hz

Scanning capability at 315Hz: 80µm

rec. Tracking force: 1.5 g (15 mN)

rec. Termination resistance: 47 kOhm

rec. Termination capacitance: 150 – 300 pF

Weight: 7.2 grams

Color: Black

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When you listen to your records with the 2M Bronze, it’s like hearing them for the first time and you’ll fall in love with the songs all over again. That’s what Hi-Fi means to us, and that’s what you get with the 2M Bronze.

Pickup type: MM (moving magnet)

Output voltage: 5mV*

Amplifier connection: Phono MM

Channel deviation at 1 kHz: 1dB

Crosstalk attenuation at 1kHz: 26dB

Crosstalk attenuation at 15kHz: 15dB

Frequency range: 20-29,000Hz

Frequency response: 20-20,000Hz +2/-0dB

Scanning capability at 315Hz: 80µm

Needle flexibility: 22µm/mN

rec. Tonearm type: light and medium weight

Scanning diamond: Fine Line, naked

Rounding: r/R 8/40µm

Tracking force range: 14-17mN (1.4-1.7g)

rec. Tracking force: 15mN (1.5g)

Scanning angle: 20 degrees

DC resistance: 1.2kOhm

Inductance: 630mH

rec. Terminating resistor: 47kOhm

rec. Termination capacitance: 150-300pF

Housing material: Lexan DMX

Height (not PnP MkII): 18mm

Weight: 7.2 grams

Special feature: Winding made of silver-plated OFC copper wire

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