Ortofon Hifi STYLUS 540 MK II
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A Stylus Designed to Get the Best Out of Your Vinyl Records
This naked diamond stylus with the Line Contact FG 70 profile is aimed at demanding analog playback enthusiasts seeking better definition and more stable tracking in complex passages. Its contact geometry promotes fine groove reading and contributes to detailed listening, while remaining compatible with common tracking force settings.
Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?
Ideal for audiophiles, hi-fi enthusiasts, and turntable users wishing to optimize playback precision at home. Also suitable for careful setups in listening studios or regular use when prioritizing fidelity, dynamics, and groove holding.
Features and Innovations
The Fritz Gyger FG 70 Line Contact profile is distinguished by a tip radius r/R of 5/70 µm, promoting extended contact with the groove. With a lateral dynamic compliance of 22 µm/mN and a tracking angle of 20 degrees, this stylus aims for stable and nuanced playback. The tracking force range of 1.25-1.75 g allows fine adjustment of cartridge behavior according to the tonearm and setup, with a recommendation of 1.5 g.
Technical specifications
| DJing type | Monitoring |
| Category | diamond |
| Type | diamond |
| Destination | hifi, DJ |
| Diamond tip | Fine line |
| Color | Black |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Profile | Line Contact FG 70 (Fritz Gyger) |
| Tip radius (r/R) | 5 / 70 µm |
| Frequency response | 20-20,000 Hz +2 / -3 dB |
| Tracking ability (315 Hz with recommended tracking force) | 80 µm |
| Lateral dynamic compliance | 22 µm/mN |
| Tracking force range | 1.25-1.75 g (12.5-17.5 mN) |
| Recommended tracking force | 1.5 g (15 mN) |
| Tracking angle | 20 degrees |
| Stylus color | black |
Questions frequently asked
What diamond profile does the Stylus 540 MK II have?
This diamond features a Line Contact FG 70 profile, also known as Fritz Gyger, with a tip radius of 5 / 70 µm.
What tracking force should be set for this Ortofon diamond?
The recommended tracking force is 1.5 g. The acceptable adjustment range extends from 1.25 to 1.75 g, or 12.5 to 17.5 mN.
Is this stylus suitable for demanding hi-fi listening?
Its bare Fine Line tip and Line Contact profile are designed for detailed groove reading. The stated frequency response covers 20 Hz to 20 kHz, with a tolerance of +2 / -3 dB. The tracking capability reaches 80 µm at 315 Hz with the recommended tracking force.
What is the dynamic compliance of the Stylus 540 MK II?
The lateral dynamic compliance is 22 µm/mN, at a stylus rake angle of 20°.
Can it be used for DJing?
The intended use covers hi-fi and DJ, while the specified type of DJing is listening. Its tracking force setting from 1.25 to 1.75 g is aligned with use focused on precise groove reading.
