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Ortofon 2M Bronze

Mounting
standard 1/2"
Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D)
7.2 g · 18.5 × 18.0 × 27.5 mm
Output Voltage
5 mV
Frequency Response
20–29 000 Hz
Channel Separation
26 dB
Channel Balance
≤ 1 dB
Recommended Load
47 kΩ || 150–300 pF
Tracking Force
1.4–1.7 g (nominal 1.5 g)
VTA
20°
Compliance Value
22 µm/mN
Cantilever
aluminum tube

Additional Info

Engine with split pole pins and silver-plated copper wire. Styli are interchangeable within the group: 2M Bronze ↔ 2M Black ↔ 2M Black LVB 250

Replacement

OrtofonStylus 2M Black LVB 250Shibata
OrtofonStylus 2M BlackShibata
add 02/04/2026 · upd. 02/04/2026