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2M Black cartridge body with its stylus fitted. Headshell not included.
Ortofon 2M Black Moving Magnet Cartridge
Complete cartridge · stylus included
2M Black moving magnet cartridge with a Nude Shibata stylus. headshell sold separately.
- Nude Shibata diamond
- 1.5 g recommended tracking force
- $749.99
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Cutoff: 1 PM ET Monday–Friday; noon Saturday. No shipping Sundays or federal holidays. Exceptions may apply.Standard half-inch mounting. Confirm tonearm height clearance, weight range and alignment requirements before ordering. Use a suitable MM phono input.
Will this fit my setup?Choose your format
Premounted versions require a compatible removable-headshell tonearm. Check fit before ordering.
Ortofon 2M Black Moving Magnet Cartridge$749.99
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Need a different version?
If your compatible body is already installed, a replacement stylus may be all you need. Check the exact model before choosing.
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2M Black: choose the right cartridge
The Black uses a Nude Shibata diamond with a broad contact area along the groove walls. It is the step above Bronze for listeners seeking detailed stereo reproduction across the frequency range, with careful alignment helping the stylus perform as intended.
Complete cartridge; headshell sold separately
This version includes the 2M Black body with its Nude Shibata stylus fitted. It uses standard half-inch mounting and requires installation and alignment. Check tonearm height clearance, weight range and your phono input before ordering.
Choose the assembly for your system
Standard half-inch mounting. Confirm tonearm height clearance, weight range and alignment requirements before ordering. Use a suitable MM phono input.
The recommended tracking force for this assembly is 1.5 g. Verify the setting after fitting or changing a stylus, rather than assuming the previous adjustment is correct.
Compare Ortofon 2M Black Replacement Stylus or Ortofon 2M Black Premounted on SH-4 Headshell, or ask Audio Exchange to help confirm the correct fit.
Bronze or Black? Read our Ortofon 2M Bronze vs Black comparison to understand the Nude Fine Line and Shibata styli, setup requirements, sound and the supported Bronze-to-Black stylus upgrade.
Black or Black LVB 250? Read our Ortofon 2M Black vs Black LVB 250 comparison for cantilever and suspension differences, tracking force, value and the supported LVB stylus upgrade for compatible Black and Bronze bodies.
Choosing an Ortofon cartridge or stylus? Our Ortofon cartridge buying guide explains fit, model differences and supported upgrade paths so you can choose the right assembly for your setup.
Compatibility & setup
Check compatibility
Standard half-inch mounting. Confirm tonearm height clearance, weight range and alignment requirements before ordering. Use a suitable MM phono input.
Installation
Mount and align the cartridge, connect the leads and set tonearm balance, tracking force (1.5 g) and anti-skate according to the equipment manuals.
Specifications
- Diamond profile
- Nude Shibata
- Recommended tracking force
- 1.5 g
- Tracking force range
- 1.4–1.7 g
- Stylus tip radius
- r/R 6/50 µm
- Cantilever
- Aluminium
- Mounting
- Half-inch
- Output voltage
- 5 mV
- Recommended load
- 47 kΩ
- Recommended capacitance
- 150–300 pF
- Cartridge body weight
- 7.2 g
Compare your options
Ortofon 2M Red Moving Magnet Cartridge
$109.99 In stock
- Bonded Elliptical diamond
- 1.8 g recommended tracking force
An accessible starting point for everyday stereo record playback.
Ortofon 2M Blue Moving Magnet Cartridge
$219.99 In stock
- Nude Elliptical diamond
- 1.8 g recommended tracking force
Nude Elliptical tracing for a more resolving presentation than Red.
Ortofon 2M Bronze Moving Magnet Cartridge
$459.99 In stock
- Nude Fine Line diamond
- 1.5 g recommended tracking force
A Nude Fine Line stylus for tracing finer groove information.
Ortofon 2M Black Moving Magnet Cartridge
$749.99 In stock
- Nude Shibata diamond
- 1.5 g recommended tracking force
Nude Shibata contact geometry for detailed stereo playback.
Questions before ordering
Will this cartridge fit my turntable?
Check the tonearm’s half-inch mounting, cartridge height and supported weight range, then confirm you have an MM phono input. Some low-profile tonearms need a different body such as 2MR. Send us your turntable and current cartridge model before ordering if you are unsure.
Can I upgrade Bronze with a Black or LVB 250 stylus?
Ortofon supports the Black and Black LVB 250 styli as upgrades within the Bronze / Black cartridge family, including the corresponding 2MR and premounted versions. Confirm the exact assembly and reset tracking force for the new stylus.
Can you match it from my turntable model?
The turntable model helps, but its cartridge may have been changed. Send us the current cartridge model and a clear photo if you are unsure.
Does a complete cartridge mean it is premounted?
A complete cartridge includes the body and stylus. A headshell is included only when the listing specifically says premounted. A standard cartridge still needs mounting and alignment.
Shipping & returns
Shipping and availability
Dispatch depends on current stock of the exact item ordered. Replenishment estimates are not guaranteed shipping dates. See our shipping policy for rates, eligible destinations, and processing times.
Before opening or installing
Review the full refund policy and confirm compatibility before opening or installing a cartridge or stylus. Contact us if you need clarification about return eligibility.
Ask Audio Exchange Check compatibility / Restock update
Send a request to Audio Exchange. Our team will reply by email. A restock request does not reserve stock or place an order.
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