Ortofon Quintet Cartridge
Best high fidelity upgrade for discerning audiophiles.
This cartridge strikes a rare balance between clinical precision and musical warmth, pulling incredible detail from the grooves without sounding sterile. It demands a bit more patience during setup, but the reward is a spacious, lifelike soundstage that makes your favorite records feel entirely new.
$849.99
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Upscale Audio
Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking nuanced musical textures and micro-details
- Listeners desiring immersive, three-dimensional sonic landscapes
- Discerning owners valuing long-term reliability and consistent performance
Who should skip it
- Newcomers to high-end vinyl or those with basic phono preamps
- Budget-conscious audiophiles or casual listeners
- Owners concerned about long-term maintenance expenses
Performance breakdown
High-Frequency Detail
The Nude Fine Line stylus captures intricate textures with remarkable clarity.
Tracking Precision
Maintains stable contact with the groove to minimize distortion and wear.
Soundstage Depth
Delivers an open, spacious presentation that brings recordings to life.
System Compatibility
Low internal impedance ensures seamless pairing with most modern phono preamps.
Build Integrity
Robust ABS and aluminum construction offers long-term durability and resonance control.
Installation Ease
Straightforward mounting design simplifies the alignment process for most tonearms.
Key Specs
Output voltage
0.3 mV
Channel balance
< 1.2 dB
Channel separation
> 23 dB
Frequency range
20-25,000 Hz
Tracking force
2.1-2.5 g
Stylus tip radius
8/40 µm
Internal impedance
5 Ohm
Recommended load impedance
> 20 Ohm
Cartridge weight
9 g
Tracking angle
20°
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