Ortofon Hifi - MC X30
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With the Ortofon MC X30, analogue takes on a much sharper edge. Fine Line nude diamond, pure silver coils, metal injection-moulded honeycomb structure... everything here exudes surgical precision and sonic refinement. The reproduction is lively, responsive and ultra-defined, and every groove becomes a playground for the discerning ear. Ortofon has created a compendium of cutting-edge technology, sculpted for audiophiles who like their sound to be detailed, but without ever sacrificing musicality. In short, an MC cell with no taste for compromise.
ARTICLE N° 110014
Presentation
If you're looking for a cartridge that takes you straight into the original mix, Ortofon's MC X30 is sure to delight. Thanks to its Fine Line nude diamond, it captures a host of micro-details hidden in the groove, with a sense of relief that brings recordings back to life. Every breath, every reverb, every inflection of timbre comes through with stunning clarity. There's no need to force it, it reads everything, even the things you didn't expect.
Want a pure signal? The MC X30's silver wire coils do the job with rare aplomb. Their conductivity boosts transmission and brings out all the nuances of the vinyl, without burrs or parasitic colourations. Behind them, the redesigned magnet system supports the overall dynamics: more tension, more impact, and above all a feeling of coherence between bass, midrange and treble. You can hear the difference... even in silence.
When it comes to the mechanics, we're talking serious business: honeycomb-structured stainless steel frame (by MIM, please), custom-made rubber dampers and PVD surface treatment for durability. The result? A cell that remains stable even in the densest passages. And with its sleek, racy look, the MC X30 won't go unnoticed on your turntable. We call it style with substance.
Want a pure signal? The MC X30's silver wire coils do the job with rare aplomb. Their conductivity boosts transmission and brings out all the nuances of the vinyl, without burrs or parasitic colourations. Behind them, the redesigned magnet system supports the overall dynamics: more tension, more impact, and above all a feeling of coherence between bass, midrange and treble. You can hear the difference... even in silence.
When it comes to the mechanics, we're talking serious business: honeycomb-structured stainless steel frame (by MIM, please), custom-made rubber dampers and PVD surface treatment for durability. The result? A cell that remains stable even in the densest passages. And with its sleek, racy look, the MC X30 won't go unnoticed on your turntable. We call it style with substance.
Features
Type of set
Cell + Diamond
Point
Nude (Uncoated), Fine line
Cell
Moving coil
Cartridge format
MC
Magnet
Moving Coil (MC)
Weight
8,6 g
Frequency response, low limit
20 Hz
Frequency response, upper limit
20 kHz
Packaging
Single unit
Output voltage
0,4 mV
Color
Black
Other features
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Ortofon MC X30
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Cartridge + diamond assembly for turntable
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Series: MC X
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Cartridge type: Moving coil
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Frame: Injection-moulded stainless steel (honeycomb structure)
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Surface treatment: Physical Vapour Deposition (PVD)
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Needle tip: Nude Fine Line diamond
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Tip radius: r/R 8/40 μm
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Cantilever: Aluminium
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Suspension: Rubber designed and manufactured by Ortofon
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Coil system: 4 coils (quad coils) on split poles
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Coil material: High-purity silver
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Frequency response: 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz (±1 dB)
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Output voltage: 0.4 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)
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Channel separation: 26 dB (1 kHz)
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Channel balance: 0.5 dB (1 kHz)
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Lateral dynamic compliance: 15 μm/mN
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Internal impedance / DC resistance: 6 Ω
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Recommended load resistance: > 50 Ω
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Recommended contact force: 2.0 g
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Cell weight: 8.6 g
To find out more...
For more than 100 years, Ortofon has continued to develop its cartridges like a luthier sharpens his violin. With the MC X series, the Danish brand is setting a new technical standard in the world of moving coils. Each model - from the MC X10 to the X40 - explores its own sonic signature, and the X30 strikes just the right balance between analytical elegance and sonic energy. A fine, homemade balance.
To get the best out of this MC X30, remember to pair it with a quality MC phono preamp, a well-tuned turntable and a good modulation cable. And between two listens, give the diamond a little brushing to keep it as sharp as the day it was first used. Vinyl is all about the details... and Ortofon is here to remind you.
To get the best out of this MC X30, remember to pair it with a quality MC phono preamp, a well-tuned turntable and a good modulation cable. And between two listens, give the diamond a little brushing to keep it as sharp as the day it was first used. Vinyl is all about the details... and Ortofon is here to remind you.
