Ortofon 2MR Red Cartridge - Low-profile Design for Rega Turntables

What You Need to Know

Great Sound for Low-Profile Turntables

The Ortofon 2MR Red brings the lively, balanced sound of the popular 2M Red to turntables that need a lower-profile cartridge. It’s designed for tonearms with limited vertical clearance, making it an excellent upgrade for many Rega turntables and other low-profile designs.

If you’re replacing a basic factory cartridge, the 2MR Red delivers a clear improvement in sound without making setup complicated.

Elliptical Stylus Delivers Cleaner Sound

The 2MR Red uses a polished elliptical diamond stylus that follows the record groove more accurately than the conical styli found on many entry-level cartridges.

You’ll hear cleaner vocals, stronger bass, better instrument separation, and more of the small details hidden in your records.

Proven Moving Magnet Design

Inside is Ortofon’s moving magnet generator, engineered to produce a strong, clean output with natural tone and excellent stereo imaging.

The cartridge works with virtually any moving magnet phono preamp, making it an easy upgrade for most vinyl systems.

Built to Grow with Your System

The 2MR low-profile body is designed for modern turntables where a standard-height cartridge may not fit correctly. As your system improves, you can upgrade by replacing only the stylus.

The 2MR Red body accepts 2MR Blue, 2MR Bronze, and 2MR Black replacement styli, giving you a simple path to even higher performance.

Building Your System

• Turntables – Ideal for low-profile tonearms, including many Rega turntables.
• Phono Preamp – Works with any moving magnet (MM) phono input.
• Future Upgrades – Compatible with 2MR Blue, Bronze, and Black replacement styli.

Features & Specifications

Elliptical Diamond Stylus

Tracks the groove more accurately than a basic conical stylus for cleaner, more detailed sound.

Low-Profile 2MR Body

Designed for turntables with limited cartridge height while maintaining the performance of the 2M Red.

Moving Magnet Generator

Produces a strong output with smooth, balanced sound and excellent stereo imaging.

Upgradeable Platform

Easily upgrade performance by installing higher-level 2MR replacement styli.

Specifications

• Type: Moving Magnet (MM)
• Stylus: Elliptical Diamond
• Cantilever: Aluminum
• Output: 5.5mV
• Mounting: Standard ½-inch (Low-Profile Body)

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the 2MR Red different from the 2M Red?

The cartridge uses the same internal design and sound. The difference is the lower-profile body, which fits turntables with limited vertical clearance.

Is it a good first cartridge upgrade?

Yes. The 2MR Red offers a noticeable improvement over many factory-installed cartridges while remaining easy to install and use.

Can I upgrade later?

Yes. You can upgrade to a 2MR Blue, Bronze, or Black by replacing only the stylus.

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