Ortofon MC Cadenza
Best moving coil cartridge for audiophiles seeking expansive, immersive soundscapes.
This cartridge prioritizes a relaxed, expansive soundstage that breathes life into complex recordings. While it trades aggressive, punchy dynamics for a more homogeneous and refined presentation, it remains an essential upgrade for those who value depth and spatial accuracy over raw intensity.
$1599.99
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Ortofon (Official US Store)
Who it's for
- Audiophiles demanding precise detail and minimal groove distortion
- Listeners seeking fatigue-free, long-form musical enjoyment
- System builders needing flexible phono stage compatibility
Who should skip it
- Casual listeners on a strict budget
- Beginners intimidated by complex tonearm calibration
- Owners wary of high long-term maintenance costs
Performance breakdown
Soundstage Depth
Creates an expansive, immersive stereo image with remarkable spatial layering.
Stylus Precision
Nude Fine Line geometry ensures accurate tracking of complex record grooves.
Tonal Balance
Delivers a relaxed, homogeneous sound profile that avoids listener fatigue.
Build Integrity
Robust stainless steel and aluminum construction provides excellent resonance control.
Signal Clarity
Pure silver wire coils offer exceptional transparency and high-frequency detail.
Channel Consistency
Optimized armature winding ensures near-perfect balance between left and right channels.
Key Specs
Cartridge Weight
10.7 g
Stylus Tip Radius
r/R 8/40 µm
Output Voltage
0.45 mV at 1 kHz 5 cm/sec
Frequency Range
20 Hz – 50 kHz (-3 dB)
Tracking Force Recommended
2.5 g (25 mN)
Internal Impedance
5 Ohm
Recommended Load Impedance
50-500 Ohm
Material
Stainless steel, Aluminium
Cartridge Type
Moving Coil (MC)
Mounting Type
Standard Mount (1/2 inch)
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