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Fidelity Research MC-201
The Fidelity Research MC-201 has become a collectible Japanese classic among vintage MC designs. Its tiny 0.16 mV output demands a high gain MC phono input or a step up transformer. The Fine Line stylus tracks between 1.5 and 2.0 g across its rated range. The stylus is integrated, so a worn diamond means a retip.
- Class:
Collectible
- Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D)
- 7.5 g
- Output Voltage
- 0.16 mV
- Frequency Response
- 20–35 000 Hz
- Channel Separation
- 27 dB
- Channel Balance
- 1 dB
- Recommended Load
- 10 Ω
- Tracking Force
- 1.5–2.0 g
- Compliance Value
- dynamic 10 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne (100 Hz)
Additional Info
The Fidelity Research MC-201, fitted with a Fine Line diamond, delivers a precise, transparent presentation with a tight, well-controlled low end rather than lush warmth. Imaging is sharply focused with strong channel separation, and vocals stay natural without becoming clinical. Detail retrieval runs high while the cartridge stays composed on busy passages, suiting acoustic, jazz and classical systems where tracking accuracy matters. The stylus is integrated, so wear calls for a retip.
Sound × Setup
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add 01/17/2026 · upd. 08/02/2026