The Ortofon 2M 78 is a dedicated Moving Magnet cartridge developed specifically for playback of 78 RPM shellac records. Designed for authentic mono reproduction, it features a spherical diamond stylus optimized for the wider groove profile found on vintage shellac recordings.

Using a strapped mono output configuration, the 2M 78 delivers identical output from both channels, allowing true mono playback through standard stereo systems without requiring dedicated mono equipment.

Key Features

• Designed specifically for 78 RPM shellac records
• True mono playback performance
• Spherical diamond stylus
• Wide-groove optimized stylus profile
• Aluminium cantilever construction
• Excellent tracking ability
• Standard half-inch mount compatibility
• Replaceable stylus design
• Compatible with most modern turntables

Specifications

Note: The Ortofon 2M 78 is designed exclusively for 78 RPM shellac records and is not intended for standard LP or 45 RPM vinyl playback.