Ortofon MC Xpression Moving Coil Cartridge

The Ortofon MC Xpression marries the venerable SPU headshell form factor with the cutting‑edge engineering of Ortofon’s A90 and Windfeld series, delivering a cartridge that feels instantly familiar to SPU aficionados yet sounds unmistakably modern.
$6,199.00
$6,199.00

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Ortofon MC Xpression: SPU-Height, Flagship Performance

The Ortofon MC Xpression marries the venerable SPU headshell form factor with the cutting‑edge engineering of Ortofon’s A90 and Windfeld series, delivering a cartridge that feels instantly familiar to SPU aficionados yet sounds unmistakably modern. Its one‑piece body, created via Selective Laser Melting (SLM) from aerospace‑grade titanium and stainless steel, offers an ultrarigid chassis that soaks up unwanted vibrations and lets the music speak for itself.

From the first groove to the final fade-out, you’ll hear a remarkably open soundstage—airy highs, articulate mids, and punchy bass—all rendered with precision and musicality. The MC Xpression’s SPU‑height mount guarantees the correct vertical tracking angle on SPU‑compatible tonearms, making setup effortless and ensuring that every record plays back exactly as the artist intended.

  • Precision Tracking: Special‑polished Replicant 100 diamond stylus on a Boron cantilever for unparalleled groove detail.
  • Advanced Damping: WRD system with platinum‑dished dampers for a flat frequency response and distortion‑free performance.
  • Seamless Integration: 0.3 mV output and 4 Ω impedance for compatibility with most phono preamps.
  • Headshell Convenience: SPU‑height mount guarantees correct VTA without shims or adapters.
  • Dynamic Soundstage: Channel separation > 25 dB and robust tracking ability up to 90 µm for immersive stereo imaging.

Elevate your analog experience—add the Ortofon MC Xpression to your cart today and rediscover your records in stunning detail.

Technical Specifications
Type Moving Coil Cartridge
Output Voltage 0.3 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/s)
Internal Impedance 4 Ω
Frequency Response 20 Hz – 20 kHz ±2 dB
Channel Separation > 25 dB (1 kHz)
Tracking Ability 90 µm (315 Hz, 2.6 g)
Compliance 11 µm/mN (lateral)
Stylus Special‑polished Nude Replicant 100
Cantilever Boron
Tracking Force Range 2.5 – 2.8 g (recommended 2.6 g)
Mounting SPU‑Height Headshell
Body Material SLM Titanium & Stainless Steel
Weight 17.5 g
Color Silver/Black

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Exceptions: Open box headphones, cartridges, and stylus’ are subject to a 15% restocking fee. Opened in-ear headphones and turntables cartridges or stylus’ with a broken needle are non-returnable.

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