{"product_id":"ortofon-2m-black-lvb-250-mm-phono-cartridge","title":"Ortofon 2M Black LVB 250 MM Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Best 2M Cartridge Ortofon Makes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrtofon 2M Black LVB 250\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is the flagship of the 2M family. It takes everything people love about the 2M Black and improves it with a lighter cantilever and a better suspension. The result is even more detail, better tracking, and a smoother, more natural sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eNamed in honor of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLudwig van Beethoven’s 250th birthday\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the 2M Black LVB 250 is built for music lovers who want the very best moving magnet performance Ortofon offers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Better Cantilever. Better Sound.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe biggest upgrade is the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eboron cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Boron is much lighter and stiffer than aluminum, so it moves faster and follows the record groove more accurately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eCombined with the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNude Shibata diamond stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, it pulls more music from the groove while reducing distortion. You’ll hear cleaner highs, tighter bass, and a greater sense of space around voices and instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eImproved Suspension\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eOrtofon also developed a new \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNano Tube suspension\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e for the LVB 250. It helps the stylus stay in better contact with the groove, especially during loud or complex musical passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe result is cleaner tracking, better dynamics, and more stable stereo imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdvanced Moving Magnet Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe LVB 250 uses the same proven moving magnet engine found in the 2M Black, including \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esplit pole pin technology\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esilver-plated copper wire\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eCombined with the upgraded cantilever and suspension, it delivers the highest level of detail and refinement in the entire 2M Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTurntables\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Fits most tonearms that use a standard ½-inch cartridge mount.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecord Care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Clean records help the Shibata stylus and boron cantilever perform at their best.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSetup\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Careful alignment allows the cartridge to deliver its full performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNude Shibata Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eTracks deep in the groove to reveal more detail while reducing distortion and record wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBoron Cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eLightweight and very stiff for faster response and greater accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNano Tube Suspension\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eKeeps the stylus in better contact with the groove for improved tracking and smoother sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSplit Pole Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eProduces a natural, balanced sound with excellent stereo imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Moving Magnet (MM)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus: Nude Shibata Diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever: Boron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput: 5.0mV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal Wiring: Silver-Plated Copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow is the LVB 250 different from the 2M Black?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe LVB 250 adds a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eboron cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNano Tube suspension\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. These upgrades improve tracking, reduce distortion, and reveal even more musical detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it worth upgrading from the 2M Black?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eIf you want the best performance Ortofon offers in a moving magnet cartridge, yes. The improvements are easy to hear on a high-quality turntable and audio system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWill it work with my phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eYes. The LVB 250 is a moving magnet cartridge and works with virtually any MM phono input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Helping music lovers build better systems since 1981.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Hear it in your own system with confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReal Product Experts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Friendly advice before and after your purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – On qualifying orders over $49.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlexible Financing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Convenient payment options available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45983032508589,"sku":"NEW-OR2MBK250","price":1499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45983032541357,"sku":"DEMO-OR2MBK250","price":1198.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/OR2MBK250_02-Large__55337.1707336375.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778117603","url":"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/ortofon-2m-black-lvb-250-mm-phono-cartridge","provider":"Audio Advisor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}