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Nagaoka MP-10
The Nagaoka MP-10 opens the well known MP series at the entry level. This MI cartridge outputs 5 mV and feeds any standard MM phono input. Its conical stylus tracks from 2.0 to 2.5 g with 2.3 g nominal. The replaceable stylus is the JN-P10, and Phono Culture lists 2 compatible replacement styli.
- Class:
Entry-Level
- Mounting
- standard 1/2"
- Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D)
- 6.8 g
- Output Voltage
- 5 mV
- Frequency Response
- 20–20 000 Hz
- Channel Separation
- 22 dB
- Channel Balance
- ≤ 2 dB
- Recommended Load
- 47 kΩ || 100 pF
- Tracking Force
- 2.0–2.5 g (nominal 2.3 g)
- Compliance Value
- Dynamic: 7 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne (100 Hz); Static: 20 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne
- Cantilever
- A5052 aluminum alloy
Additional Info
The Nagaoka MP-10 from the Moving Permalloy line leans toward a smooth, easygoing presentation with natural vocals and a relaxed top end that stays pleasant on less-than-perfect pressings. Bass carries enough body to anchor the mix without turning heavy, while the alloy cantilever and spherical tip keep tracking calm rather than razor-etched. Internally MI, it plugs into any standard MM phono input. The stylus is replaceable, easy for everyday jazz and vocal listening.
Replacement styluses for Nagaoka MP-10
| Nagaoka | JN-P100 | Conical |
| Tonar | 6819 (JN-P100) | Conical |
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add 01/22/2026 · upd. 08/02/2026