Ortofon - MC Cadenza Mono Low Output Cartridge

MC Cadenza Mono is a true mono cartridge
Cadenza, derived from the Italian word "cadence," designates a segment within a musical performance, typically a concert, where the orchestra ceases its play, allowing the soloist to perform independently, unrestrained by a strict rhythmic pattern.

This solo passage, known to as a cadenza typically showcases the most ornate and virtuosic passage performed by the solo instrument throughout the composition. As the cadenza concludes, the orchestra resumes its presence, often bringing the movement to its culmination.

MC Cadenza Mono is a true mono cartridge for playing your old records as well as new micro groove mono records.

The perfect match
When playing a mono record with a stereo cartridge, various imperfections like crosstalk, noise, phase errors, tracking error, antiskating, and distortion can lead to an unstable and partially fuzzy sound in the two channels. However, using a mono cartridge eliminates these issues by producing a single signal that is directed to both channels. This results in a more forceful and stable sound with greater richness.

Cadenza Mono
The Mono model is made with a nude fine line stylus and a cylindrical aluminum cantilever. For easy use the pins are connected so you get the same signal from both pairs of connecting pins. The stylus radius is r/R 8/40 μm. Sharing internal build with the Cadenza Red and with optimized adjustments for mono playback the sound is relaxed, homogeneous and moderate. Find your old records as well as new micro groove mono records and experience the Cadenza Mono.

Specifications:
Output voltage at 1 kHz, 5cm/sec: 450 μV
Frequency response 20 Hz - 20 kHz: +3/-1 dB
Tracking ability at 315 Hz: 70 μm
Compliance, dynamic, lateral: 12 μm/mN
Stylus type: Nude fine line on Al. cantilever
Stylus tip radius: r/R 8/40
Tracking force range: 2.2 -2.7 g
Tracking force, recommended: 2.5 g
Tracking angle: 20°
Internal impedance, DC resistance: 5 Ohm
Recommended load impedance: 50-500 Ohm
Cartridge body material: Stainless steel Aluminum
Cartridge color: Natural/Black
Cartridge weight: 10.7 g