{"product_id":"ortofon-mc-x20","title":"Ortofon MC X20 Moving Coil 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-ortofonmcx20-tab-1:checked ~ .hb-tab-labels label[for=\"hb-ortofonmcx20-tab-1\"],\n  #hb-ortofonmcx20-tab-2:checked ~ .hb-tab-labels label[for=\"hb-ortofonmcx20-tab-2\"] {\n    background: #fff;\n    border-bottom: 2px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.65);\n  }\n\n  #hb-ortofonmcx20-tab-1:checked ~ .hb-panels #hb-ortofonmcx20-panel-1,\n  #hb-ortofonmcx20-tab-2:checked ~ .hb-panels #hb-ortofonmcx20-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-ortofonmcx20-tab-1\" name=\"hb-ortofonmcx20-tabs\" type=\"radio\"\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"hb-ortofonmcx20-tab-2\" name=\"hb-ortofonmcx20-tabs\" type=\"radio\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"hb-tab-labels\"\u003e\n\u003clabel for=\"hb-ortofonmcx20-tab-1\"\u003eProduct Summary \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003clabel for=\"hb-ortofonmcx20-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-ortofonmcx20-panel-1\" class=\"hb-panel\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ortofon MC X20 sits in the middle of the MC X Series and offers a very appealing blend of moving coil openness, refinement and value. It is a strong step up for listeners who want more insight, space and tonal sophistication than entry-level cartridges usually deliver, while still keeping the sound easy to enjoy and well-balanced across a wide range of music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA big part of its appeal comes from the nude elliptical diamond stylus. This profile helps the cartridge trace groove information more cleanly and precisely than simpler stylus shapes, bringing out more detail, stronger image focus and a more expressive sense of musical flow. Combined with the aluminium cantilever, the result is a presentation that feels vivid, controlled and confidently resolved without becoming hard or clinical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe MC X20 also benefits from the wider engineering behind the MC X Series, including high-purity silver coil wire, an optimised magnet system and a stainless-steel honeycomb core structure for improved rigidity and stability. For anyone wanting a premium moving coil cartridge with excellent clarity, strong all-round balance and standout value in the range, the Ortofon MC X20 is a very compelling choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMid-range MC X Series moving coil design delivers excellent openness, refinement and musical involvement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNude Elliptical diamond helps retrieve more low-level detail with cleaner, more precise tracking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminium cantilever supports a balanced, composed and articulate presentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-purity silver coil system is designed to preserve more signal detail and clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimised magnet structure helps support a clean, powerful and highly efficient signal path\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom-developed damping system is engineered to improve stability and tracking precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong image focus and tonal balance make it a very capable choice for serious vinyl systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA compelling all-rounder in the MC X range for listeners wanting premium MC performance at a sensible step-up price point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"hb-ortofonmcx20-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 coil phono cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput Voltage: 0.4mV at 1kHz, 5cm\/sec.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency Response: 20Hz to 20,000Hz +\/-1dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannel Separation: 25dB at 1kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannel Balance: 0.5dB at 1kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompliance, Dynamic Lateral: 15µm\/mN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus Profile: Nude Elliptical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus Tip Radius: r\/R 8\/18µm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever Material: Aluminium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus Suspension: Ortofon exclusive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoil System: Quad coils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoil Wire Material: High-purity silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended Tracking Force: 2.0g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal Impedance, DC Resistance: 6 Ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended Load Resistance: Greater than 50 Ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge Body Material: MIM stainless steel with honeycomb core structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge Weight: 8.6g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrtofon MC X20 cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct documentation\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":57382239240579,"sku":null,"price":429.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0160\/4606\/3670\/files\/Untitleddesign-2026-02-14T100727.752.png?v=1771063732","url":"https:\/\/www.holburnonline.co.uk\/products\/ortofon-mc-x20","provider":"Holburn Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}