{"product_id":"ortofon-mc-x20-moving-coil-phono-cartridge","title":"Ortofon MC X20 Moving Coil Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eGo deeper into your music with the MC X20. Featuring a nude elliptical diamond stylus, it reveals greater depth and definition, uncovering the full character of each track. Rediscover your favorite records with fresh excitement and vivid precision.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 1948 Ortofon has introduced about 100 different Moving Coil models. We believe the cartridges in this new series are more than worthy successors to the long line of models that has made Ortofon the global leader in the manufacture and supply of phono cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"section__block section__block--heading h3 text--alt-color\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA New Benchmark in Analog Perfection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section__block reading-width rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\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 class=\"section__block section__block--heading h3 text--alt-color\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePure Silver Coil System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section__block reading-width rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\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\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"section__block section__block--heading h3 text--alt-color\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnet system\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section__block reading-width rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\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\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"section__block section__block--heading h3 text--alt-color\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustom-Developed Rubber Dampers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section__block reading-width rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\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, minimizing unwanted vibrations, and enabling precise coil motion. The result is superior tracking, reduced distortion, and musical accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flexible-heading\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flexible-heading__content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience the depth. Hear every detail.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flexible-heading\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flexible-heading__content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flexible-heading__content-text section__block md-down:px-gutter rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\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\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flexible-heading__sidebar content-sidebar-top-align\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section__block md-down:px-gutter rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\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\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"section__block section__block--heading h3 text--alt-color\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Shape of Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section__block reading-width rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\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. 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class=\"product-spec__label product-spec__label--right mb-2 block\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended load resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"metafield-string\"\u003e\u0026gt; 50 Ω\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-lg-6 col-md-6 risposta-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSupport\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/ortofon.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/5-800185-12_User_Guide_HIFI_MC_X_Web_02.pdf?v=8789839647908002664\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eManual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/9247\/4651\/files\/Cartridges_Dimension_Chart.pdf?v=1756199293\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"Default 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