Ortofon 2M Red Premounted – this is how the popular 2M Red cartridge for HiFi beginners comes pre-installed on 52mm overhang on the SH-4 Black headshell (correct Baerwald alignment for universal mounts). The SME connection allows direct mounting via bayonet catch on the S-shaped tonearm.

Before use – to avoid losses in sound quality, even pre-installed cartridges must be individually adjusted on the headshell, always according to the manufacturer's specifications of the turntable as well as the cartridge, and the tracking force must be set correctly.

Getting into music the right way with the 2M Red
Remember the time when you fell in love with music? The 2M Red will rekindle that flame and give music meaning again. From the moment the diamond-studded stylus hits the groove, you'll feel it. The 2M Red features Ortofon's very own invention, the Split Pole Pins, which provide sound reproduction so precise that only your heart can skip a beat. With the 2M Red, you'll hear the music come to life. It's like you're taking a step into the music itself. This is Ortofon's 2M cartridge for HiFi beginners, but what a mind-blowing introduction it is.

The Ortofon 2M Red features an elliptical diamond and copper split pole pins. It delivers an increased output of 5.5 mV and optimised sound reproduction. It also offers a high level of sonic precision in the entry-level segment.

The 2M Red Premounted is designed for easy cartridge mounting, so its weight and size fit most common turntables on the market. In addition, the 2M series offers excellent compatibility with a wide range of playback systems and phono preamplifiers.

Sound image – the 2M Red delivers an open, dynamic sound with a slight hint of warmth.

Features:

Elliptical diamond cut stylus
Split-pole technology
Pre-installed on SH-4 Black headshell for direct attachment to bayonet connector
Good sound on any entry-level turntable
Compatible with most popular turntables
Easy upgrade via plug and play with Stylus 2M Blue, 2M Bronze, 2M Black and 2M Black LVB 250 possible

Compatibility of the 2M stylus insertion
The motors, coils and magnet configurations of the 2M series are not identical on all models. The Red and Blue models are identical, as are the Bronze and Black. The 2M Silver follows its own configuration, while the true mono variants 2M Mono and 2M 78 are again identical to each other.

Technically, the following styluses of the 2M series are interchangeable in stereo application:

Stylus 2M Red, 2M Blue, 2M Silver, 2M Bronze, 2M Black and 2M Black LVB 250.

Technically, the following 2M series barrels are interchangeable in mono applications:

Stylus 2M Mono and 2M 78.

Compatibility with Rega TT/TA:
The height of Rega cartridges, from the tip of the stylus to the top of the cartridge, is lower than the standard height. Therefore, third party spacers are needed here to ensure correct mounting of the Ortofon cartridge.

The height of the Rega tonearm can be easily adjusted with additional spacers. They allow for individual height adjustment. To adjust the cartridge, simply loosen the screws, insert a suitable spacer and then tighten the screws again. After that the tonearm is ready to play.

3.2 - 4mm spacers should be sufficient for 2M cartridges.

Specifications cartridge:

Cartridge type: MM (moving magnet)
Output voltage: 5,5mV at 1000Hz, 5cm/sec
Amplifier connection: Phono MM
Channel balance at 1 kHz: 1.5dB
Channel separation at 1kHz: 22dB
Channel separation at 15kHz: 15dB
Frequency response: 20-22.000Hz
Frequency response: 20-20,000Hz +3/-1dB
Sensing capability at 315Hz: 70µm at recommended tracking force
Stylus compliance: 20µm/mN
Recommended tonearm type: light and medium
Stylus grind: elliptical
Radius of pick-up tip: r/R 8/18µm
Tracking force range: 16-20mN (1.6-2.0g)
Recommended tracking force: 18mN (1.8g)
Scanning angle: 20 degrees
Internal impedance, DC resistance: 1.3kOhm
Internal inductance: 700mH
Recommended load resistance: 47kOhm
Recommended load capacitance: 150-300pF
Housing material: Hopelex
Height: --
Weight, cartridge: 7.2g
Cartridge colour, housing/stylus: black/red
Replacement stylus: Stylus 2M Red/2M Silver
Stylus upgrade: Stylus 2M Blue, 2M Bronze, 2M Black, 2M Black LVB 250

Specifications headshell/system mount:

Tonearm connection: SME standard/bayonet connection
Shape: straight (for S-shaped tonearms)
Colour: black
Material: aluminium
Weight, system mount: 9.2g

Specifications assembled combination:

Weight, pre-assembled: 16.7g
Overhang, pre-mounted: 52mm according to Baerwald alignment for universal brackets

Ortofon 2M Red Premounted – 2M Red Cartridge mounted on SH-4 Black Headshell