{"product_id":"ortofon-mc-x40-moving-coil-cartridge","title":"Ortofon MC X40 Moving Coil Cartridge","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Ortofon MC X40 is the flagship model in the MC X Series, engineered for audiophiles seeking uncompromising analogue performance. Combining a Nude Shibata diamond stylus with a lightweight boron cantilever, the MC X40 delivers exceptional speed, transparency, and musical precision. Designed to reveal every nuance hidden within the groove, it offers a refined, expansive presentation with effortless detail retrieval and outstanding tonal balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the core of the MC X40 is Ortofon’s advanced moving coil architecture, featuring coils wound from high-purity silver wire and a newly developed magnet system designed for maximum efficiency. This premium signal path minimises interference while preserving the finest musical detail, resulting in remarkable clarity, dynamic expression, and highly accurate stereo imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nude Shibata stylus profile allows the MC X40 to extract an extraordinary level of information from vinyl records with exceptional groove contact and reduced distortion. Mounted on a rigid boron cantilever, the stylus responds with incredible speed and control, producing a highly detailed sound with natural highs, articulate midrange, and deep, controlled bass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMechanical stability is equally critical to the MC X40’s performance. Ortofon employs a custom-developed damping system using proprietary rubber compounds to reduce unwanted vibration and ensure precise coil movement. The cartridge body itself is constructed using a MIM stainless-steel honeycomb core structure, providing exceptional rigidity and resonance control for cleaner, more focused sound reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe MC X40 combines cutting-edge engineering with elegant Scandinavian design. Its refined profile integrates beautifully with premium tonearms while reflecting Ortofon’s long-standing expertise in moving coil cartridge development. Honoured with StereoNet’s Product of the Year award in the phono cartridge category, the MC X40 has been praised for its smooth, open, and genuinely high-end sonic character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether listening to delicate acoustic recordings, complex orchestral arrangements, or dynamic modern productions, the Ortofon MC X40 delivers a composed and deeply immersive analogue experience. It is a cartridge built for listeners who want maximum musical insight, precision, and refinement from every record in their collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlagship moving coil phono cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNude Shibata diamond stylus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight boron cantilever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-purity silver coil wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced magnet system with integrated rear magnet yoke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMIM stainless-steel honeycomb core structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom-developed rubber damping system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz (+\/-1 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput voltage: 0.4mV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannel separation: 26dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended tracking force: 2.0g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal impedance: 6Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic compliance: 15μm\/mN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended load resistance: \u0026gt;50Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge weight: 8.6g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStereoNet Product of the Year award winner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54497737113923,"sku":"OR-MCX40","price":999.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/4696\/7399\/files\/1_de9e0ecc-0492-4f0a-bef0-ad175ab70201.webp?v=1779447505","url":"https:\/\/www.hifihut.ie\/products\/ortofon-mc-x40-moving-coil-cartridge","provider":"HifiHut","version":"1.0","type":"link"}