The Ortofon MC Quintet Bronze is a premium Moving Coil cartridge engineered for discerning vinyl enthusiasts seeking exceptional detail, tonal balance, and musical realism. Positioned in the upper range of the acclaimed Quintet Series, it combines advanced cartridge engineering with a Nude Fine Line diamond stylus for highly accurate groove tracing and superior musical performance.
The Fine Line stylus profile offers an extended contact area within the groove, reducing distortion while improving detail retrieval and minimizing record wear. Combined with Ortofon's low-impedance moving coil generator and pure 4N copper coil windings, the MC Quintet Bronze delivers a spacious soundstage, precise imaging, and natural tonal character.
| Cartridge Type | Moving Coil (MC) |
| Output Voltage | 0.3 mV |
| Channel Balance | < 1.2 dB |
| Channel Separation | > 23 dB |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+/- 1.5 dB) |
| Tracking Ability | 80 µm |
| Compliance | 15 µm/mN |
| Stylus Type | Nude Fine Line |
| Stylus Tip Radius | r/R 8/40 µm |
| Tracking Force Range | 2.1 – 2.5 g |
| Recommended Tracking Force | 2.3 g |
| Tracking Angle | 20° |
| Internal Impedance | 5 Ohm |
| Recommended Load Impedance | > 20 Ohm |
| Coil Wire Material | Pure 4N Copper |
| Body Material | ABS / PC Thermoplastic |
| Weight | 9 g |
| Mount Type | Half-Inch Mount |
The Ortofon MC Quintet Bronze delivers a highly refined analog listening experience with outstanding resolution, natural tonality, precise imaging, and impressive musical engagement, making it an excellent choice for serious vinyl playback systems.