The Ortofon MC Xpression Cartridge is a state of the art MC cartridge that bridges the gap between SPU-type cartridges and High-End cartridges like the Ortofon MC A90 and Ortofon MC Windfeld Ti designed for headshell mounting. The result is a high-performance moving coil cartridge with the convenience of a standard headshell connector, which provides a simple and elegant method of directly connecting the generator and tonearm via the Xpression’s one-piece body.

Since the cartridge length is identical to that of an SPU, the Xpression can be easily fitted onto tonearms without additional concern for proper alignment. The cartridge height is likewise identical to the SPU height, which makes further VTA adjustments unnecessary.

The length of the cartridge ensures proper match with the SME-mount type tonearms, e.g. SME, Grace, Fidelity Research, SAEC and Micro Seiki brands. Additionally, the mass and compliance properties of the Xpression ensure that a proper match will be achieved with any SPU-compatible arm. The Xpression can ideally be combined with the TA-110 tonearm. The combination of the Ortofon MC Xpression, TA-110 and ST80-SE gives a supreme experience.

The magnet system is based on the designs used in such acclaimed cartridges as the MC Windfeld and the MC A90. It is based on an extremely strong, compact neodymium magnet, which makes the generator system both compact and lighter through its minimal dimensions.

Ortofon’s Field Stabilising Element (FSE), a small cylinder of conductive material strategically placed inside the magnet system, guarantees that the force field remains stable regardless of the movement of the armature. FSE improves the channel separation, while at the same time minimising dynamic distortion and intermodulation. The result is seen in the Xpression’s fantastic dynamics and even more elbow room between the musicians.

You simply experience more drama and greater breadth, height and depth in the sound scenario!

Features

Exclusive Series-level sound reproduction from a cartridge that works like an SPU
Moving Coil cartridge design
Unique SPU-inspired SLM stainless steel body
Flagship nude Ortofon Replicant 100 diamond stylus
Superior boron cantilever

Specifications

Output Voltage (@ 1000HZ, 5CM/SEC.) – 0.3mV
Channel Balance (@ 1000HZ) – <0.2dB
Channel Separation (@ 1000HZ) – >28dB
Channel Separation (@ 15000HZ) – >22dB
Tracking Ability (@ 315HZ AT RECOMMENDED TRACKING FORCE) – 11μm
Compliance, Dynamic, Lateral – 13μm
Stylus Type – Nude Ortofon Replicant 100
Tracking Force Range – 2.3 – 2.8g
Recommended Tracking Force – 2.6g
Tracking Angle – 23°
Internal Impedance – 4Ω
Cantilever Material – Boron
Recommended Load Impedance – >10Ω
Cartridge Weight – 28g