{"product_id":"pro-ject-pick-it-mc2-moving-coil-cartridge","title":"Pro-Ject Pick It MC2 Moving Coil Cartridge","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSmooth sound and fine articulation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAffordable HiFi Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring our intensive research and development for our True Balanced turntables and phono stages, we realised the importance of MC cartridges for sound and mechanical perfection. Only with MC cartridges you can utilise the full technical benefits of a balanced connection in dynamic, sound stage and especially in the quietness of the sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnfortunately the production of MC cartridges is way more intensive and they are more costly compared to MM cartridges. Our goal is always to make true HiFi stereo affordable. The result was the Pick It MC2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe very light stylus\/coil assembly of a moving coil cartridge allows for a much wider frequency and improved transient response. This means a more detailed reproduction and resolution of low level signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lower source impedance means less sensitivity to outer influences. This means less hum. However, due to the lower output (generally speaking around 20dB lower) a high quality phono stage is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFresh and lively sound reproduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis all new Pro-Ject Pick it MC2 cartridge uses an elliptical diamond mounted on aluminium cantilever which brings you a richer tone and more subtle details compared to the Pick it MC1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an MC cartridge you benefit from enhanced audio clarity, stereo imaging, and transparency compared to MM cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe enclosure is made of resonance optimised ABS which results in a total weight of around 5 grams. With its medium compliance it performs perfect with most entry to mid-level turntables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSearching the best Japanese components in the most critical parts as diamond and cantilever, we have been able to source an excellent affordable motor which we build in our own designed and manufactured resonance free cabinet. After 1,5 years of fine-tuning and many listening and test phases, we are proud to offer now this great affordable MC cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge principle: MC (Moving-Coil)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput voltage at 1 kHz: 0,4 mV (3,54 cm\/sec)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannel separation at 1 kHz: \u0026gt;27 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking ability at 315Hz: 70 μm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic compliance: 15 μm\/mN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 20 - 20 000 Hz +\/- 1dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus type: Elliptical on alu cantilever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking force, range: 1,7 - 2,1 g (mN)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking force, recommended: 1,9 g (mN)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking angle: 22°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended load resistance: 50-200 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge weight: 5 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pro-Ject","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67698553848108,"sku":"PRO-PICKIT-MC-CTG-MC2","price":849.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/5186\/5644\/files\/65fbf88d230e9013da2eb7da6f366779.jpg?v=1793231081","url":"https:\/\/realgroovy.com\/products\/pro-ject-pick-it-mc2-moving-coil-cartridge","provider":"Real Groovy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}