{"product_id":"ortofon-spu-mono-cg-25-di-mk-ii-moving-coil-cartridge-and-headshell","title":"Ortofon SPU Mono CG 25 DI MK II Moving Coil Cartridge and Headshell","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrtofon CG 25 DI MKII Mono Cartridge\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ortofon CG 25 DI MKII is designed to deliver an authentic playback experience for early mono vinyl recordings. Built with a focus on historical accuracy, it captures the character and tonal balance of original pressings while maintaining a high level of sonic precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a higher output of 1.5mV, the CG 25 DI MKII is well-suited for use with a wide range of medium-gain moving coil transformers, making it easier to integrate into traditional analogue systems. Its spherical stylus with a larger 25µm radius is specifically optimised for early mono records, ensuring correct groove contact and minimising wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cartridge body is constructed from a ground wood and resin composite, contributing to a natural tonal character and effective vibration control. Combined with high-purity OFC copper coil wire, it delivers a warm, stable, and highly musical presentation that suits vintage recordings perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDedicated mono cartridge for early vinyl recordings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh output (1.5mV) for compatibility with MC transformers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpherical stylus optimised for mono groove dimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthentic tonal balance for vintage playback\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGround wood and resin body for natural resonance control\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-purity OFC copper coil wire\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutput Voltage: 1.5 mV (at 1kHz, 5cm\/sec)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrequency Response: 20 Hz – 15 kHz (±3dB)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTracking Ability: \u0026gt; 60 µm (at 315Hz)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompliance (Dynamic, Lateral): 7 μm\/mN\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStylus Type: Spherical\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStylus Radius: R 25 µm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTracking Force Range: 3.0 – 4.0 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended Tracking Force: 3.5 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTracking Angle: 20°\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInternal Impedance: 6Ω\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended Load Impedance: \u0026gt; 100Ω\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild \u0026amp; Design:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCartridge Body: Ground Wood \u0026amp; Resin Composite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoil Wire: High Purity Copper (OFC)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour: Shiny Black\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 37 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat’s Included:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrtofon CG 25 DI MKII Cartridge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDocumentation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: This product is available for in-store demonstration. Visit the Spinning Room showroom in Leeds to experience the CG 25 DI MKII in person.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ortofon Cartridges","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58297854296448,"sku":"RTF-SPU-MN-CG","price":825.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1002\/6926\/1184\/files\/rs_w_1200_h_1200-2_c55a62e2-05b6-4f46-84f6-38a4ae343eca.png?v=1781876618","url":"https:\/\/thespinningroomhifi.co.uk\/products\/ortofon-spu-mono-cg-25-di-mk-ii-moving-coil-cartridge-and-headshell","provider":"The Spinning Room Hifi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}