MC Quintet Mono

A True Mono from Ortofon

It features Nude Elliptical r/R 8/18µm stylus that is a good solution for playing mono microgroove vinyl records. The Quintet Mono will track perfectly through even worn and damaged records and ensure the surface noise control.

Quintet Mono uses a strapped output to deliver the same output signal from both sets of pole pins. This effectively eliminates the need for mono-specific equipment, making it possible to enjoy true mono reproduction on any stereo playback system.

MC Quintet Mono is for playing mono microgroove vinyl records. Read more about Ortofon True Mono cartridges range ».

The ST-7 transformer will be a perfect match for the MC Quintet Mono cartridge.

LH-4000 headshell is specially recommended for MC Quintet cartridges series. 

Ease of use

Top-mounting of the Quintet cartridges is easy and secure using the screws supplied. The aluminuim frame has threaded mounting holes and is fitted easily with the 5mm or 7mm screws depending on the thickness of the headshell.  

The Quintet series’ right angles, straight lines, stylus visibility and ample distance between the record surface and the cartridge’s bottom will make it easy to mount and align the cartridge and tonearm correctly. The Quintet Series gives excellent results with most common tonearms.

Output voltage at 1 kHz 5 cm/sec 

0.3 mV

Frequency response 20 Hz - 20 kHz 

+/-2.0 dB

Tracking ability at 315 Hz at recommended tracking force *) 

70 μm

Compliance, dynamic, lateral 

15 μm/mN

Stylus type 

Nude Elliptical

Stylus tip radius 

r/R 8/18 μm

Tracking force range 

2.1-2.5 g (21-25 mN)

Tracking force recommended 

2.3 g (23 mN)

Tracking angle 

20º

Internal impedance, DC resistance 

5 Ohm

Recommended load impedance 

>20 Ohm

Cartridge body material 

ABS/Aluminium

Coil wire material 

Pure 4-nines silver/Ag

Cartridge colour 

White

Cartridge weight 

9 g