{"product_id":"ortofon-mc-x20","title":"Ortofon MC X20 Cartridge","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrtofon MC X20 Cartridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGo deeper into your music with the MC X20. Featuring a nude elliptical diamond stylus, it reveals greater depth and definition, uncovering the full character of each track. Rediscover your favorite records with fresh excitement and vivid precision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Moving Coil?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn a cartridge the stylis is connected to a magnet in Moving Magnet (MM) designs, or to a Coil in Moving Coil (MC) designs. The advantage of the coil is lower mass, which means a faster response to groove modulations. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHowever..\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will need a phono pre-amp compatible with Moving Coil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHere is what makes the Ortfon MC X20 special;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"section__block section__block--heading h3 text--alt-color\"\u003ePure Silver Coil System\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section__block reading-width rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\" style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll MC X cartridges feature coils wound with high-purity silver wire. The use of premium materials is to ensure exceptional signal clarity, delivering sound with unmatched precision and preserving every detail without interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/2068\/6447\/files\/Ortofon_MC_X_Silver_coils_canada.webp?v=1771784109\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"section__block section__block--heading h3 text--alt-color\"\u003eMagnet system\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section__block reading-width rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MC X Series introduces a newly developed magnet system with a one-piece pole cylinder integrated into a rear magnet yoke. Engineered for maximum magnetic efficiency and paired with pure silver coils, this configuration ensures a clean, powerful signal path that elevates overall performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/2068\/6447\/files\/Ortofon_MC_X_20_magnet_system_canada.webp?v=1771784144\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"section__block section__block--heading h3 text--alt-color\"\u003eCustom-Developed Rubber Dampers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section__block reading-width rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn-house produced and developed rubber compounds form the core of the MC X Series’ mechanical damping system. Rubber dampers are essential for controlling the physical movement of the coils, maintaining stability, minimizing unwanted vibrations, and enabling precise coil motion. The result is superior tracking, reduced distortion, and musical accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/2068\/6447\/files\/Ortofon_MC_X_20_rubber_dampers_canada.webp?v=1771784168\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"h2 custom-reviews-heading has-motion\"\u003eProduct of the Year 2025-26 LP Magazine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-reviews-text__quote rte\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“\u003cspan class=\"metafield-multi_line_text_field\"\u003eEvery year, the cartridge market still holds the potential for a real surprise. Just when we thought Ortofon had settled comfortably into its niche, the new X Series arrived. Conceived entirely from the ground up and built accordingly, it sets multiple new benchmarks in the class up to €1,000. The X20 may well be the best all-rounder of the series and is, without question, a cartridge that leaves very little to be desired.\u003c\/span\u003e“\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"custom-reviews-text__company\"\u003eLP Magazine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"custom-reviews-text__company\"\u003eBest in Class rated by AV Forums\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-reviews-text__quote rte\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“\u003cspan class=\"metafield-multi_line_text_field\"\u003eThis is a breathtakingly sophisticated cartridge and a serious alternative to moving magnet rivals anywhere near the price point.\u003cbr\u003eSounds astonishing for the money - Well made and easy to set up\u003c\/span\u003e“\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"custom-reviews-text__author\"\u003eEd Selley AVForums, July 2025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"custom-reviews-text__author\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .25in;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .25in;\"\u003eChannel balance at 1 kHz                           0.5 dB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .25in;\"\u003eOutput voltage at 1 kHz, 5cm\/sec              0.4 mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .25in;\"\u003eChannel separation at 1 kHz                       25 dB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .25in;\"\u003eFrequency response                                    20 Hz - 20 kHz +\/-1 dB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .25in;\"\u003eCompliance, dynamic, lateral                      15 μm\/mN\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .25in;\"\u003eCantilever material                                      Aluminium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .25in;\"\u003eStylus type Nude                                         Elliptical\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .25in;\"\u003eStylus tip radius                                           r\/R 8\/18 μm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .25in;\"\u003eCoil system                                                  Quad coils\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .25in;\"\u003eTracking force, recommended                     2.0 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .25in;\"\u003eInternal impedance, DC resistance              6 Ω\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .25in;\"\u003eCoil wire material                                         High-purity silver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .25in;\"\u003eCartridge weight                                          8.6 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .25in;\"\u003eRecommended load resistance                   50 Ω\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"custom-reviews-text__author\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"custom-reviews-text__author\"\u003e Audiofi is your Ortofon MC X20 dealer, we ship free in Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"custom-reviews-text__author\"\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"audiofi.ca","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43819790565515,"sku":null,"price":724.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/2068\/6447\/files\/ortofon-MC-X20_cartridge_angle_canada.png?v=1755294097","url":"https:\/\/audiofi.ca\/products\/ortofon-mc-x20","provider":"audiofi.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}