{"product_id":"ortofon-mc-x40-moving-coil-cartridge","title":"Ortofon MC X40 Moving Coil Cartridge","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOrtofon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eMC X40 Moving Coil Cartridge\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMC X40 is the pinnacle of the MC X Series, designed for the most discerning audiophile. Featuring a nude Shibata diamond stylus mounted on a rigid and lightweight boron cantilever, this cartridge provides unparalleled transparency, speed, and responsiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ortofon - MC X40 - Moving Coil Cartridge (Available for Pre-Order)\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theaudiotailor.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Ortofon-MC-X40-Moving-Coil-Cartridge-Available-for-Pre-Order-australia_700x700.webp?v=1751615781\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA New Benchmark in Analog Perfection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the world of vinyl playback, the cartridge is where the journey begins. A pivotal point where music rises from the groove and transforms into immersive soundscapes. With the MC X Series, Ortofon sets a new benchmark in MC cartridge design, pushing premium Moving Coil technology to unprecedented levels of performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePure Silver Coil System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll MC X cartridges feature coils wound with high-purity silver wire. The use of premium materials is to ensure exceptional signal clarity, delivering sound with unmatched precision and preserving every detail without interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnet system\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MC X Series introduces a newly developed magnet system with a one-piece pole cylinder integrated into a rear magnet yoke. Engineered for maximum magnetic efficiency and paired with pure silver coils, this configuration ensures a clean, powerful signal path that elevates overall performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustom-Developed Rubber Dampers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn-house produced and developed rubber compounds form the core of the MC X Series’ mechanical damping system. Rubber dampers are essential for controlling the physical movement of the coils, maintaining stability, minimising unwanted vibrations, and enabling precise coil motion. The result is superior tracking, reduced distortion, and musical accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience the depth. Hear every detail.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the core of the MC X Series is an advanced honeycomb-structured stainless-steel frame, created using Metal Injection Molding (MIM) technology. This refined construction ensures superior mechanical stability, providing an ideal foundation for precise and accurate sound reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter molding and sintering, a Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) surface treatment is applied to enhance surface appearance and maintain material integrity over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Shape of Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MC X Series embodies modern elegance with a distinctive design that seamlessly complements the tonearm. From afar, its silhouette speaks of minimalist refinement; up close, its intricate detailing reveals craftsmanship at every level. True to Ortofon’s signature aesthetic, it’s a sophisticated fusion of form and function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ortofon - MC X40 - Moving Coil Cartridge (Available for Pre-Order)\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theaudiotailor.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Ortofon-MC-X40-Moving-Coil-Cartridge-Available-for-Pre-Order-australia-6_700x700.webp?v=1751615787\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannel balance at 1 kHz: 0.5 dB\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput voltage at 1 kHz, 5cm\/sec: 0.4 mV\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannel separation at 1 kHz: 26 dB\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response 20 Hz - 20 kHz: +\/-1 dB\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompliance, dynamic, lateral: 15 μm\/mN\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever material :Boron\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyles type: Nude Shibata\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus tip radius: r\/R 6\/50 μm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus suspensions: Ortofon exclusive\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoil system: Quad coils\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking force, recommended: 2.0 grams\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal impedance, DC resistance: 6 Ω\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoil wire material: High-purity silver\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge weight: 8.6 grams\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended load resistance: \u0026gt; 50 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"..\u003cspan\u003ethe reason why I’m calling everyone I know and telling them about this cartridge is the atom-smashing value it represents. The MC X40 performs far above its price point, but that’s only part of the story. \u003c\/span\u003e\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Watch full review by Dreamedia Home Theater\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=RVR0Jjr86Mc\"\u003eRead full review by S\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.soundstageultra.com\/index.php\/equipment-menu\/1280-ortofon-mc-x40-moving-coil-phono-cartridge\" spellcheck=\"false\" class=\"yt-simple-endpoint style-scope yt-formatted-string\"\u003eound Stage Ultra\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"..by far the best in absolute terms and sacrifices some of the 'rough and ready' quality of the lesser models for a super polished sound that simply doesn't befit a lower mid-price moving coil.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stereonet.com\/reviews\/ortofon-mc-x40-cartridge-review\"\u003eRead full review by Stereonet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51134000267556,"sku":null,"price":1619.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/6146\/3588\/files\/4_f4c7a039-0471-4fca-ba8a-71098bd96ef4.png?v=1759393195","url":"https:\/\/brisbanehifi.com.au\/zh\/products\/ortofon-mc-x40-moving-coil-cartridge","provider":"Brisbane HiFi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}