Ortofon MC-3 TURBO High Output Moving Coil (MC) Cartridge

The MC-3 Turbo takes high output Moving Coil cartridges a step further, with a high polished, nude fine line diamond that delivers very clear sound, and good differentiation of instruments in complex recordings.

Its 3.3mV output is perfect for use with virtually any Moving Magnet (MM) phono preamps, including inbuilt models. The Nude Fine Line diamond resolves a high level of detail and provides expansive stereo imaging.

NOTE: Ortofon's X1 and X3MC have been replaced by the MC1 and MC3 Turbo, respectively. Much of the X series technology is applied to the MC1 and 3.

Stylus lifetime
If normal attention has been paid to cleaning record as well as stylus, Ortofon finds that from 600 up to 1,000 hours of play per stylus is possible without degradation of performance.

Ortofon MC-3 TURBO High Output Moving Coil (MC) Cartridge Technical data

Output voltage at 1000 Hz, 5cm/sec. 3.3 mV
Channel balance at 1 kHz < 1,5 dB
Channel separation at 1 kHz > 24 dB
Channel separation at 15 kHz >15 dB
Frequency range at - 3dB 20-30.000 Hz
Frequency response 20-20.000 Hz + 4 / - 1 dB
Tracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force *) > 70 µm
Compliance, dynamic, lateral 13 µm/mN
Stylus type Nude Fine Line
Stylus tip radius r/R 8/40 µm
Tracking force range 1,8-2,2 g (18-22 mN)
Tracking force, recommended 2 g (20 mN)
Tracking angle 20°
Internal impedance, DC resistance 100 Ohm
Recommended load impedance 47 kOhm / < 500 pF
Cartridge body material Noryl
Cartridge colour Black
Cartridge weight 4.1 g

Ortofon - The World Leader in the Cartridge Industry

With over 90 years at the forefront of the sound reproduction industry, Ortofon's excellence in design and technology is evident in their cartridge range.

Founded in Copenhagen in 1918, the company's first moving coil cartridge was developed in 1948. Over 300 different designs have flowed from the Danish company since that time - each one proudly displaying Ortofon's technical prowess.

Experienced workers operating automated machinery ensure an incredibly high standard across the quality range, with consumers and industry professionals across the world recognising them as the pinnacle of cartridge design.

From entry-level through to pure audiophile bliss, Ortofon has the perfect cartridge for your turntable.

All new purchased Ortofon products are backed by a guarantee against defects in workmanship and materials when purchased from an official, authorized Ortofon Distributor, such as Aussie Hi Fi.