Ortofon 2M Blue Mounted on SH-4 Black Headshell

What You Need to Know

Better Sound. Easier Installation.

The Ortofon 2M Blue mounted on the SH-4 Black Headshell gives you two great upgrades at once. You get the detailed, musical sound of the popular 2M Blue cartridge plus the convenience of a factory-mounted Ortofon SH-4 headshell.

Simply attach it to a compatible tonearm, set the tracking force, and you’re ready to enjoy your records.

Nude Elliptical Stylus Reveals More Music

The biggest upgrade over the 2M Red is the Nude Elliptical diamond stylus. Because the diamond is made from one solid piece instead of being bonded to a metal shank, it’s lighter and follows the groove more accurately.

You’ll hear cleaner vocals, more detail, and better instrument separation. It also tracks difficult passages with greater confidence.

Factory-Mounted and Ready to Play

The included Ortofon SH-4 Black headshell is lightweight, rigid, and designed for excellent stability. Since the cartridge is already mounted and aligned, there’s no need to install tiny screws or perform cartridge alignment.

It’s a great choice for listeners who own several headshells and like switching cartridges for different types of music or records.

Built for Years of Listening

The 2M Blue uses Ortofon’s proven moving magnet design with a strong output that’s compatible with virtually any moving magnet phono preamp.

When the stylus eventually wears, you can simply replace it with another 2M Blue stylus—or upgrade to a 2M Bronze or 2M Black stylus while keeping the same cartridge body.

Building Your System

• Turntables – Fits tonearms with an SME-style removable headshell connector.
• Phono Preamp – Works with any moving magnet (MM) phono input.
• Upgrade Path – Compatible with 2M Bronze and 2M Black replacement styli.

Features & Specifications

Nude Elliptical Diamond Stylus

Retrieves more detail and tracks the groove more accurately than a bonded elliptical stylus.

Split Pole Generator

Produces a smooth, natural sound with excellent stereo imaging.

Factory-Mounted SH-4 Headshell

Pre-installed for quick installation with no cartridge alignment required.

High Moving Magnet Output

Works with virtually any MM phono preamp.

Specifications

• Type: Moving Magnet (MM)
• Stylus: Nude Elliptical Diamond
• Output: 5.5mV
• Headshell: Ortofon SH-4 Black
• Mount: SME-Style Bayonet Headshell
• Recommended Phono Input: Moving Magnet (MM)

Frequently Asked Questions

How is this different from the standard 2M Blue?

The cartridge is the same. This version comes factory-mounted on an Ortofon SH-4 Black headshell, making installation much faster.

Will it fit my turntable?

It fits turntables with an SME-style removable headshell. It is not compatible with fixed-headshell tonearms.

Can I upgrade later?

Yes. The cartridge body accepts Ortofon 2M Bronze and 2M Black replacement styli, making future upgrades quick and easy.

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