Denmark

Ortofon is a Danish company that specializes in the design and production of high-quality audio equipment, particularly phono cartridges and styli. They are known for their precision engineering and superior sound reproduction.

Ortofon

The Ortofon MC Samba is a moving coil cartridge designed for high-quality vinyl playback. Manufactured in Denmark, it features a striking yellow and transparent body and weighs 7 grams. The MC Samba operates within a frequency range of 20 to 30,000 Hz and showcases a frequency response of 20 to 20,000 Hz. Its output voltage at 1000 Hz is greater than 0.3 mV. The cartridge boasts impressive channel separation of over 25 dB at 1 kHz and maintains a channel balance with less than 1 dB deviation at the same frequency. The output is optimized for a terminating resistor value higher than 20 Ohm, with an internal resistance of 6 Ohm. The elliptical needle type ensures detailed sound reproduction with its tracking capability reaching up to 70 µm at 315 Hz. The compliance rating is 14 µm/mN, allowing for a recommended tracking force of 15 mN. Designed to effectively pair with lighter tonearms, the MC Samba offers a lively and energetic sound, appreciated in various reviews for its articulate voice reproduction and dynamic musical presentation.

MC Samba

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