MC Kontrapunkt c and h
General:
These two cartridges round out the Kontrapunkt line with the final two letters of Bach’s surname.
Both incorporate Ortofon’s newly developed FSE (Field Stabilizing Element) to achieve optimal frequency response linearity by stabilizing the magnetic field – especially during complex crescendo passages – and to ensure consistently fine channel separation across the frequency band.
An output of 470 µV ensures an extremely high signal-to-noise ratio with any MC input.
Kontrapunkt h
This model features the same Nude Fine Line elliptical diamond stylus mounted on an aluminium cantilever as Kontrapunkt a.
This cartridge employs Ortofon’s innovative FSE (Field Stabilizing Element) for exceptionally open bass and midrange with smooth, natural overtones. Recommended to enthusiasts who value tonally neutral reproduction of high-quality recordings over the more expressive handling of dynamic high-frequency detail of the Kontrapunkt c.
Recommended load: 100 Ohms or higher, depending on the desired degree of openness.
TECHNICAL DATA
MC KONTRAPUNKT h
Output voltage at 1000 Hz,
5cm/sec.
470 µV
Channel balance at 1 kHz
< 1,5 dB
Channel separation at 1 kHz
> 25 dB
Channel separation at 15 kHz
> 17 dB
Frequency range
20-45.000 Hz
Frequency response
20-20.000 Hz ± 1,5 dB
FIM distortion at recommended
tracking force, DIN 45.542
< 1%
Tracking ability at 315Hz at
recommended tracking force
80 µm
Compliance, dynamic, lateral
12 µm/mN
Stylus type
Nude FineLine on Al.cantilever
Stylus tip radius
r/R 8/40 µm
Equivalent stylus tip mass
0,3 mg
Tracking force range
2,2-2,7 g (22-27 mN)
Tracking force, recommended
2,5 g (25 mN)
Tracking angle
20°
Internal impedance, DC resistance
5 Ohm
Recommended load impedance
50-200 Ohm
Cartridge body material
Stainless Steel
Cartridge colour
Violet
Cartridge weight
10 g
