Ortofon Hifi STYLUS 2M 78
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An Official Replacement Within the 2M Ecosystem
This stylus is part of Ortofon's 2M range: a simple and reliable solution to restore the original performance of your cartridge without changing the entire cartridge body. It is particularly suited for setups focused on mono vinyl and 78 RPM records, where playback stability and consistent sound quality are paramount.
Who Is It For, and What Are Its Uses?
This stylus is aimed at vinyl enthusiasts, DJs, and collectors who listen to or digitize 78 RPM records, as well as users seeking a coherent mono solution. Perfect for hi-fi listening, archiving, restoration studios, or a turntable dedicated to vintage repertoire.
Features and Innovations
The spherical profile and 65 µm stylus tip radius promote smooth playback, with a tracking force range of 1.6 to 2.0 g (recommended 1.8 g ). The specified frequency response of 20 to 20,000 Hz (+3 / -1 dB) ensures balanced sound reproduction, while the tracking capability reaches 70 µm (at 315 Hz with the recommended tracking force) for reliable performance on demanding passages.
Technical specifications
| DJing type | Monitoring |
| Category | diamond |
| Type | diamond |
| Destination | hifi |
| Diamond tip | spherical |
| Color | Grey |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Diamond | Spherical |
| Stylus tip radius | R 65 µm |
| Stylus color | Gray |
| Frequency response | 20-20,000 Hz +3 / -1 dB |
| Tracking capability (315 Hz at recommended tracking force) | 70 µm |
| Compliance, dynamic, lateral | 18 µm/mN |
| Tracking angle | 20deg |
| Tracking force range | 1.6-2.0 g (16-20 mN) |
| Recommended tracking force | 1.8 g (18 mN) |
| Recommended for the following cartridges | 2M 78 |
| Interchangeable with | 2M MONO |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Ortofon Hifi Stylus 2M 78 compatible with a 2M Mono cartridge?
This diamond is recommended for the 2M 78 cartridge and remains interchangeable with the 2M Mono.
What tracking force should be set for playing 78 rpm records?
The recommended tracking force is 1.8 g, or 18 mN. The allowable adjustment range extends from 1.6 to 2.0 g (16 to 20 mN).
What stylus profile is used on this 78 rpm diamond?
The spherical tip has a radius R of 65 µm. This geometry is designed for regular playback of 78 rpm records.
Is this stylus suitable for digitizing old records?
Its use is intended for listening to and digitizing 78 rpm records, especially for archiving or restoration. The tracking ability reaches 70 µm at 315 Hz with the recommended tracking force. The lateral dynamic compliance is 18 µm/mN.
What frequency response does this mono diamond offer?
The stated frequency response covers 20 Hz to 20 kHz, with a tolerance of +3 / -1 dB. The tracking angle is 20°.
