{"product_id":"ortofon-mc-x40","title":"Ortofon MC X40 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-ortofonmcx40-tab-1:checked ~ .hb-tab-labels label[for=\"hb-ortofonmcx40-tab-1\"],\n  #hb-ortofonmcx40-tab-2:checked ~ .hb-tab-labels label[for=\"hb-ortofonmcx40-tab-2\"] {\n    background: #fff;\n    border-bottom: 2px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.65);\n  }\n\n  #hb-ortofonmcx40-tab-1:checked ~ .hb-panels #hb-ortofonmcx40-panel-1,\n  #hb-ortofonmcx40-tab-2:checked ~ .hb-panels #hb-ortofonmcx40-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-ortofonmcx40-tab-1\" name=\"hb-ortofonmcx40-tabs\" type=\"radio\"\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"hb-ortofonmcx40-tab-2\" name=\"hb-ortofonmcx40-tabs\" type=\"radio\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"hb-tab-labels\"\u003e\n\u003clabel for=\"hb-ortofonmcx40-tab-1\"\u003eProduct Summary \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003clabel for=\"hb-ortofonmcx40-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-ortofonmcx40-panel-1\" class=\"hb-panel\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ortofon MC X40 is the flagship model in Ortofon’s MC X Series, bringing a very high level of transparency, speed and control to a serious vinyl setup without straying into the pricing territory of Ortofon’s upper reference ranges. It is a strong choice for listeners who want a cartridge that sounds open, balanced and highly revealing, but still easy to enjoy over long sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA big part of its appeal comes from the combination of a nude Shibata diamond and a boron cantilever. This pairing is especially effective at tracing fine groove information with precision, helping the cartridge uncover more subtle detail, stronger image focus and a more effortless top-to-bottom balance than simpler moving coil designs. The result is a presentation that feels quick, articulate and spacious, with excellent composure across complex recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe MC X40 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 looking for a premium moving coil cartridge with outstanding clarity, strong dynamics and a genuinely high-end sense of musical control, the Ortofon MC X40 is a very compelling choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlagship MC X Series moving coil design delivers exceptional transparency, speed and responsiveness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNude Shibata diamond helps retrieve extremely fine groove information with low distortion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoron cantilever supports a fast, precise and highly controlled 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\u003eExcellent image focus, tonal balance and soundstage depth make it a strong match for serious high-end vinyl systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA compelling top-of-range option for listeners wanting reference-leaning performance at a more accessible level than Ortofon’s costlier MC lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"hb-ortofonmcx40-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: 26dB 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 Shibata\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus Tip Radius: r\/R 6\/50µm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever Material: Boron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus Suspension: Ortofon exclusive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoil System: High-purity silver coil wire\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 X40 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":57249263354243,"sku":null,"price":875.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0160\/4606\/3670\/files\/Copy_of_Copy_of_Untitled_3500_x_3500_px_13.png?v=1794048406","url":"https:\/\/www.holburnonline.co.uk\/products\/ortofon-mc-x40","provider":"Holburn Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}