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Is innovation in cartridge design dead? I don’t think so

By Ketan Bharadia Published

Positive proof that cartridges continue to improve despite appearances to the contrary

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"A boron cantilever in a moving-coil cartridge priced below £1000... I think that’s pretty magic." Meet the driving force behind Ortofon's new MC X range

By Ketan Bharadia Published

We speak to Ortofon's Product Director, Peter Wieth Hjordt, about the company's new MC X moving coil range and the future of cartridges

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Two Clearaudio N1 moving magnet cartridges, one in silver and one in black
Clearaudio's N1 aims to set a new benchmark for entry-level moving-magnet cartridges

By Harry McKerrell Published

German audio manufacturer Clearaudio has announced its latest moving-magnet cartridge which aims to set a new benchmark for products of its type and price.

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Nagaoka MP-700 cartridge
Nagaoka celebrates its 85th anniversary with a high-end cartridge that promises to deliver "vivid and lifelike listening experience"

By Kashfia Kabir Published

The flagship MP-700 will make its debut at High End Munich next month

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Rega Planar 2/Nd3 turntable
How to change the cartridge on your turntable

By Ketan Bharadia Last updated

Ever thought about fitting a new cartridge to your record player to upgrade the sound? We explain exactly how to do it.

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This moving coil cartridge costs as much as a family hatchback

By Joe Svetlik Published

The Clearaudio Diamond Jubilee MC certainly lives up to its name...

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JICO's distinctive MM cartridge offers a flexible, dual-fit design for your vinyl needs

By Kashfia Kabir Published

The Clipper MM aims to distinguish itself from "mass market" options

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Dual CS 618Q turntable
Best cartridges 2025: budget and premium options for your turntable

By Kashfia Kabir Last updated

best buys You can improve your turntable without buying a brand new model – upgrading the cartridge can have remarkable results.

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Rega Nd7 cartridge on Planar 8 turntable
Rega launches a trio of cartridge options for its five-star Planar turntables

By Kashfia Kabir Published

Rega's new range of moving magnet cartridges promises innovative tech and improved performance.

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Audio-Technica AT-ART1000X cartridge on record groove
Audio-Technica's flagship MC cartridge promises "unparalleled" vinyl performance

By Kashfia Kabir Published

Audio-Technica's next-gen flagship moving coil cartridge aims to deliver improved audio reproduction from vinyl records with refined design and greater, more efficient output.

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