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Technics EPC-205C Mk II
The Technics EPC-205C Mk II works as an upper mid-range MM cartridge fitted with a nude elliptical stylus profile. Its output of 3.5 mV suits the standard MM input of any phono stage. Rated tracking force runs from 1.0 to 1.5 grams, and the replaceable stylus assembly carries the designation EPS-205ED. Phono Culture lists three compatible replacement styli for this model.
- Class:
Upper Mid-Range
- Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D)
- 6.5 g
- Output Voltage
- 3.5 mV
- Frequency Response
- 10–40 000 Hz
- Channel Separation
- 25 dB
- Tracking Force
- 1.0–1.5 g
- Compliance Value
- dynamic 12 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne (≈100 Hz)
- Cantilever
- titanium pipe (Ø0.35 mm, wall 0.02 mm)
Additional Info
The Technics EPC-205C Mk II delivers a refined, naturally balanced MM character built around a titanium cantilever and a nude elliptical tip. Imaging comes precise, vocals natural, dynamics controlled, and the background stays low, musical rather than clinical, so less-than-perfect pressings remain enjoyable while detail still resolves. The stylus is replaceable, easing long-term ownership. Balanced, revealing tonearms with jazz, vocal and acoustic material show it best.
Replacement styluses for Technics EPC-205C Mk II
| JICO | EPS-205EX | Nude Elliptical |
| JICO | EPS-205EX B/S/R | Super Analogue Stylus |
| Thakker | EPS 205 ED | Elliptical |
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add 01/08/2026 · upd. 08/02/2026