Description
Genuine Moving Coil mono sound box from Ortofon
Quintet Mono has a Nude Elliptical r/R 8/18µm needle, which is an excellent solution for playing mono records. Quintet Mono works perfectly even with worn records.
MC Quintet Mono is for playing mono microgroove vinyl records. Read more about Ortofon True Mono cartridges range ».
The ST-7 transformer is a perfect match for the MC Quintet Red cartridge.
The LH-4000 headshell is specially recommended for MC Quintet cartridges series.
Nothing demonstrates Ortofon's long-standing resilience more than its commitment to the refinement of analogue sound quality and its continued development of new cartridge models. Since 1948 Ortofon have introduced about 100 different moving coil models, with their latest being the Quintet Series.
Ortofon believes the cartridges in this new series are more than worthy successors to the long line of models that have made Ortofon the global leader in the manufacturing and supplying of phono cartridges.
It features Nude Elliptical r/R 8/18?m stylus that is a good solution for playing mono microgroove vinyl records. The Quintet Mono will track perfectly through even worn and damaged records and ensure the surface noise control. Quintet Mono 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.
Quintet Mono is the best cartridge in the Quintet series to play monophonic records.
The MC Quintet Series is congruent with Ortofon's unrelenting commitment to providing the most precise and accurate reproduction possible without colouration.
Key Features:
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A special ABS (Acrylonitrile/Butadiene/Styrene) thermoplastic material is used for manufacturing the body. This light-weight, impact-resistant material is very suitable for injection-moulding and provides a very durable scratch-resistant surface.
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Neodymium Magnets are implemented to achieve an optimal output.
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Low internal impedance makes the cartridge less sensitive to load and therefore ensures compatibility with the widest range of preamps and transformers.
The Quintet Story
Nothing demonstrates Ortofon's long-standing resilience more than its commitment to the refinement of analogue sound quality and its continued development of new cartridge models. Since 1948, Ortofon has introduced about 100 different Moving Coil models. We believe the cartridges in this new series are more than worthy successors to the long line of models that has made Ortofon the global leader in the manufacture and supply of phono cartridges.
The MC Quintet Series is a direct result of our continued research and innovation
The MC Quintet Series is congruent with Ortofon's Unrelenting commitment to providing the most precise and accurate Reproduction possible without coloration:
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A special ABS (Acrylonitrile/Butadiene/Styrene) thermoplastic material is used for manufacturing the body. This light-weight, impact-resistant material is very suitable for injection-moulding and provides a very durable scratch-resistant surface.
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Neodymium Magnets are implemented to achieve an optimal output.
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Low internal impedance makes the cartridge less sensitive to load and therefore ensures compatibility with the widest range of preamps and transformers.
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It is our aim to bring our customers many hours of new and surprising experiences in listening to their precious vinyl collection.
- MC Quintet Mono is a true mono cartridge for playing mono microgroove vinyl records
- MC Quintet Red is an all-purpose cartridge that delivers open, dynamic sound with a slight touch of warmth
- MC Quintet Blue adds more dynamics and resolution, sounds more open and reproduces more details
- MC Quintet Bronze adds even more details and resolution but in a very evenhanded way that pays respect to all elements
- MC Quintet Black S is the best of everything, true to the groove with resolution and accurate insight into each recording
Needle protection
The needle guard is included in all Quintet series boxes and is easily replaceable and removable. To avoid damage to the stylus or the console, attach the stylus guard whenever you are not using the player.
Mind you
To avoid damage to the needle or component, keep the needle guard in place when installing or removing the case.
Needle maintenance
Ortofon does not recommend using any cleaning agents on the needle or the disc surface. If necessary, the plates can be washed with lukewarm mineral-free water with a small amount of hand dishwashing liquid. Always remove dust from the disc surface with an antistatic brush or cloth after use. Using a cleaning agent on the needle and component may cause damage to the cement of the needle or its internal parts. The sound box can be seriously damaged if the cleaning agent gets inside the box. In these cases, Ortofon's warranty expires. A fiber brush should be used to clean the needle, brushing parallel to the needle. By cleaning the plates regularly, you extend the life of the needle.
Technical information:
- Output Voltage (at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec): 0.3 mV
- Channel Balance at 1 kHz: -
- Channel Separation at 1 kHz: -
- Channel Separation at 15 kHz: -
- Frequency Range (at -3 dB): 20 Hz to 25 kHz
- Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz: ± 2.0 dB
- Tracking Ability at 315 Hz: 70 µm
- Compliance, Dynamic, Lateral: 15 µm / mN
- Stylus Type: Nude Elliptical
- Stylus Tip Radius r / R: 8 / 18 µm
- Tracking Force Range: 2.1 - 2.5 g (21 - 25 mN)
- Recommended Tracking Force: 2.3 g (23 mN)
- Tracking Angle: 20º
- Internal Impedance / DC Resistance: 5 Ohm
- Recommended Load Impedance: > 20 Ohm
- Cartridge Body Material: ABS/Alu
- Cartridge Color: White
- Cartridge Weight: 9 g