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Ortofon VNL Dance Premounted Turntable Cartridge and Elliptical Stylusd
MSRP: $27900
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Description
Description
Get Professional DJ Precision with the Ortofon VNL Dance Premounted Turntable Cartridge and Elliptical Stylusd
The Ortofon VNL DANCE Premounted is built for DJs who demand power, precision, and stage-ready reliability. Featuring an elliptical stylus, rigid aluminum cantilever, Ortofon exclusive rubber suspension, and a high-output 10 mV design, VNL DANCE delivers loud, clean playback with sharp detail and strong groove control.
- Premounted cartridge comes ready to play on the SH-2 Black universal headshell
- Elliptical stylus pulls more information from the groove for sharper detail and fuller sound
- 10 mV output delivers loud, clear signal for club and stage systems
- 100 µm trackability helps resist skips during scratching and back-cueing
- Rigid aluminum cantilever provides durability and stability under pressure
- Ortofon exclusive stylus suspension supports reliable professional tracking
- Neon-yellow fluorescent stylus glows under UV light for easier cueing in dark environments
- Torx T8 headshell mounting screws provide a secure installation
- Interchangeable stylus design offers compatibility with VNL series cartridges
Loud, Clean, and Powerful
With a massive 10 mV output, the VNL DANCE delivers raw volume and crystal clarity for everything from underground raves to big-room stages. Its strong output brings energy and presence to DJ rigs while maintaining clean, consistent playback.
Rock-Solid Tracking
Thanks to 100 µm trackability, the VNL DANCE is designed to grip the groove and resist skips during demanding DJ techniques like scratching and back-cueing. This makes it a dependable choice for clubs, touring setups, and professional vinyl performance.
Fluorescent Stylus for Dark Booths
The neon-yellow fluorescent stylus glows under UV light, helping DJs find their mark faster in dark booths and performance spaces. Its elliptical diamond stylus traces the groove more precisely than a spherical stylus, delivering sharper detail and fuller sound.
Premounted for Easy Setup
The VNL DANCE Premounted comes factory-mounted on Ortofon’s SH-2 Black universal headshell for fast setup and reliable performance. The headshell is engineered for stability, durability, and seamless integration with a wide range of turntables.
Interchangeable Stylus Flexibility
The VNL DANCE is compatible with the VNL series, allowing DJs to swap styli to match their playing style, performance needs, or listening preferences.
SPECIFICATIONS
Audio Performance
- Output Voltage at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec: 10 mV
- Channel Separation at 1 kHz: 22 dB
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, +/- 3 dB
Stylus and Tracking
- Stylus Type: Elliptical
- Stylus Tip Radius: R 18 µm
- Stylus Color: Yellow
- Tracking Ability at 315 Hz: 100 µm
- Recommended Tracking Force: 4.0 grams
- Dynamic Lateral Compliance: 12 µm/mN
- Cantilever Material: Aluminum
- Stylus Suspension: Ortofon exclusive
Construction
- Coil System: Quad coils
- Headshell: SH-2 Black universal headshell
- Mounting Screws: Torx T8
Manufacturer: Ortofon
Model: VNL DANCE PREMOUNTED
SKU: I872289-N-2-WHXA
EAN: 5705796014075
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