{"product_id":"ortofon-2m-blue","title":"Ortofon 2M Blue Moving Magnet Cartridge","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .hb-tabs { margin: 18px 0; border: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.12); border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden; }\n  .hb-tabs input { display: none; }\n  .hb-tab-labels { display: flex; gap: 0; border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.12); background: rgba(0,0,0,0.03); }\n  .hb-tab-labels label {\n    flex: 1;\n    padding: 12px 14px;\n    cursor: pointer;\n    font-weight: 600;\n    text-align: center;\n    user-select: none;\n  }\n  .hb-panels { padding: 14px 16px; background: #fff; }\n  .hb-panel { display: none; }\n\n  #hb-ortofon2mblue-tab-1:checked ~ .hb-tab-labels label[for=\"hb-ortofon2mblue-tab-1\"],\n  #hb-ortofon2mblue-tab-2:checked ~ .hb-tab-labels label[for=\"hb-ortofon2mblue-tab-2\"] {\n    background: #fff;\n    border-bottom: 2px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.65);\n  }\n\n  #hb-ortofon2mblue-tab-1:checked ~ .hb-panels #hb-ortofon2mblue-panel-1,\n  #hb-ortofon2mblue-tab-2:checked ~ .hb-panels #hb-ortofon2mblue-panel-2 {\n    display: block;\n  }\n\n  .hb-panels h3 { margin: 18px 0 12px; font-size: 1.05em; }\n  .hb-panels p { margin: 20px 0 6px; }\n  .hb-panels ul { margin: 8px 0 20px 18px; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"hb-tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cinput checked id=\"hb-ortofon2mblue-tab-1\" name=\"hb-ortofon2mblue-tabs\" type=\"radio\"\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"hb-ortofon2mblue-tab-2\" name=\"hb-ortofon2mblue-tabs\" type=\"radio\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"hb-tab-labels\"\u003e\n\u003clabel for=\"hb-ortofon2mblue-tab-1\"\u003eProduct Summary \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003clabel for=\"hb-ortofon2mblue-tab-2\"\u003eTech Specs \u0026amp; Box Contents\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"hb-panels\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"hb-ortofon2mblue-panel-1\" class=\"hb-panel\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ortofon 2M Blue is a moving magnet phono cartridge designed for customers who want a clear step up from more basic MM cartridges without moving into the extra cost and setup complexity of moving coil. It sits above the 2M Red in Ortofon’s 2M range and is a very popular choice for vinyl listeners who want more detail, better refinement and a more open, expressive presentation from a quality turntable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA big part of the 2M Blue’s appeal is the way it balances musicality with stronger technical performance. Its nude elliptical diamond stylus helps it trace the groove with greater precision than more basic bonded stylus designs, bringing out more low-level detail, improved separation and a cleaner, more controlled sound. With its 5.5mV output, it also remains an easy match for standard moving magnet phono stages, so it fits comfortably into a wide range of real-world hi-fi systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also a sensible long-term cartridge choice because replacement support is straightforward. The genuine 2M Blue replacement stylus is available separately, so customers can refresh performance when the stylus wears without needing to replace the full cartridge body. For customers who want a more refined and upgrade-friendly MM cartridge with a lively, detailed and musically engaging presentation, the Ortofon 2M Blue is a very compelling choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoving magnet design makes it easy to partner with a wide range of standard phono stages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5.5mV output offers strong compatibility and healthy signal level in real-world systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNude elliptical diamond stylus helps deliver stronger detail retrieval, lower distortion and more precise tracking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSplit pole pin technology is designed to support a flatter frequency response and a more open, accurate sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA worthwhile step up for customers wanting more refinement and insight from vinyl replay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine replacement stylus availability makes long-term ownership more practical and cost-effective\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"hb-ortofon2mblue-panel-2\" class=\"hb-panel\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCartridge Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Type: Moving magnet phono cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput Voltage: 5.5mV at 1000Hz, 5cm\/sec.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency Response: 20Hz to 20,000Hz (+2 \/ -1dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency Range at -3dB: 20Hz to 25,000Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannel Separation: 25dB at 1kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannel Balance: 1.5dB at 1kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking Ability: 80µm at recommended tracking force\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompliance, Dynamic Lateral: 20µm\/mN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoad Resistance: 47k Ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoad Capacitance: 150 to 300pF\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal Impedance, DC Resistance: 1.3k Ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal Inductance: 700mH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus Profile: Nude elliptical diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus Tip Radius: r\/R 8\/18µm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended Tracking Force: 1.8g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking Force Range: 1.6 to 2.0g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking Angle: 20°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge Weight: 7.2g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement Stylus: Ortofon 2M Blue stylus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrtofon 2M Blue cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus brush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScrewdriver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21287962050614,"sku":"","price":169.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0160\/4606\/3670\/files\/Untitled_3500x3500px_86.png?v=1776334597","url":"https:\/\/www.holburnonline.co.uk\/products\/ortofon-2m-blue","provider":"Holburn Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}