{"product_id":"ortofon-mc-x10-low-output-moving-coil-cartridge","title":"Ortofon MC X10 Low Output Moving Coil Cartridge","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOrtofon MC X10 Low Output Moving Coil Cartridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ortofon MC X10 is a low output moving coil phono cartridge engineered for audiophiles who demand exceptional resolution, precise channel separation, and extended high-frequency response. Built on decades of Ortofon moving coil expertise, the MC X10 delivers a natural, detailed, and musically engaging performance from any quality turntable setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMC X10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow Output Moving Coil (MC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.2 mV (at 1kHz, 5cm\/sec)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannel Balance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt; 1.5 dB (at 1kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannel Separation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt; 28 dB (at 1kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 – 60,000 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTracking Ability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70 µm (at 315Hz, recommended tracking force)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 µm\/mN (dynamic, lateral)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStylus Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNude Shibata\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStylus Tip Radius\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003er\/R: 6\/50 µm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCantilever\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoil Wire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6N Pure Copper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoil Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 Ω (at 1kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Load Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt; 10 Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Tracking Force\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.3 g (range: 2.0 – 2.5 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVertical Tracking Angle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal Inductance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45 µH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDenmark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNude Shibata Stylus on Boron Cantilever\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shibata stylus profile was originally developed for quadraphonic records and is one of the most demanding line-contact geometries available. Mounted on a rigid, low-mass boron cantilever, it traces the finest groove modulations with exceptional accuracy, retrieving high-frequency detail up to 60kHz that lesser styli simply cannot reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e6N Pure Copper Coil\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MC X10 uses ultra-pure 6N (99.9999%) copper coil wire wound to a very low impedance of 5Ω. This minimises resistive losses and thermal noise, contributing to the cartridge's low output character and exceptional signal purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLow Output Moving Coil Design\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a low output MC cartridge, the MC X10 requires a dedicated MC phono stage or step-up transformer. The reward is a more direct signal path with fewer mechanical compromises — resulting in greater transient speed, lower distortion, and a more lifelike soundstage compared to moving magnet designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eExtended Frequency Response to 60kHz\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a frequency response extending to 60,000Hz, the MC X10 is fully capable of resolving high-resolution analogue content, making it an ideal partner for high-quality vinyl playback systems where every detail matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003ciframe style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" title=\"Ortofon MC X10 Overview\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BwzZW95sT_o\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42942889984094,"sku":null,"price":8850.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2577\/1494\/files\/Ortofon_MC-X10_image_03_RightTiltTop.webp?v=1782393025","url":"https:\/\/www.ultrasound.co.za\/products\/ortofon-mc-x10-low-output-moving-coil-cartridge","provider":"Ultra Sound \u0026 Vision","version":"1.0","type":"link"}