Ortofon Quintet Red

Send

Brand: Ortofon

The Ortofon Quintet Red is a high-performance moving magnet phono cartridge designed for vinyl playback. It is part of the Quintet series, which includes four different cartridges with varying levels of performance. The Red model falls in the lower-middle range of the series and provides a balance between price and performance.The Quintet Red has asapLes Nibelung Elliptical diamond at its tip, which provides excellent tracking and detail retrieval. The cantilever is made of boron, which ensures a high level of tracking capability and minimizes resonance. The coil wire is made of high-quality iron, which ensures low distortion and high output level.The Quintet Red's nominal impedance is 10 Ohms, and its recommended tracking weight is between 1.7 and 1.9 grams. Its frequency response is from 20 Hz to 25 kHz (-3 dB), and its channel balance is ± 1.5 dB.Compared to the higher-priced Quintet Bronze and Black cartridges, the Quintet Red provides a slightly less detailed and precise sound, but it still delivers a pleasing and engaging listening experience. It works well with most pick-up arms and turntables and is a great choice for those who want a high-quality phono cartridge at a more affordable price point.Overall, the Ortofon Quintet Red is a solid choice for music lovers who prefer the warmth and richness of moving magnet technology over the higher-resolution and price tags of moving coil cartridges.