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Ortofon X3-MCP
The Ortofon X3-MCP is a high output MC cartridge in the upper mid range class. Its 2 mV output plugs into a standard MM phono input without a step up transformer. The Fine Line stylus tracks from 1.8 to 2.2 g with 2.0 g nominal. The stylus is integrated, so a worn diamond goes out for retipping.
- Class:
Upper Mid-Range
- Mounting
- P-Mount (T4P)
- Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D)
- 6 g
- Output Voltage
- 2 mV
- Frequency Response
- 20–25 000 Hz
- Channel Separation
- 25 dB
- Channel Balance
- < 2 dB
- Recommended Load
- 47 kΩ || < 500 pF
- Tracking Force
- 1.8–2.2 g (nominal 2.0 g)
- VTA
- 23°
- Compliance Value
- 13 µm/mN
Additional Info
The Ortofon X3-MCP is refined and articulate, with a natural midrange that lets vocals breathe convincingly. Its Fine Line tip resolves fine groove detail while the top end stays clean and controlled, and the soundstage holds stable, precisely layered focus. Reasonably tight bass suits acoustic, jazz and vocal material on revealing systems. The stylus is integrated, so once worn only a retip restores it.
Sound × Setup
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add 02/04/2026 · upd. 08/02/2026