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MP-500
MP-type stereo cartridge
¥137,500 (tax included)
*Open price
We do not offer international shipping.
High-end model in the MP series, characterized by overwhelming resolution
A representative model of NAGAOKA’s “MP” series cartridges.
Characterized by a clear sound, with virtually no distortion, allowing you to enjoy sound quality as if you were standing on an orchestra conductor’s podium.
It demonstrates its capabilities when paired with high-quality amplifiers and speakers.
■Machined aluminum frame
■Output voltage: 3mV (5cm/sec)
■Frequency response: 20Hz~25,000Hz
■Channel separation: 27dB (1kHz)
■Channel balance: 1.0dB or less
■Load resistance: 47kΩ
■Load capacitance: 100pF
■Cantilever: Boron
■Stylus tip: Line contact diamond
■Recommended tracking force: 1.3~1.8g
■Cartridge net weight: 7.8g
■Net weight with headshell: 26.1g
Please check the detailed dimensions at the URL below.
Common MP Series Cartridge Dimension Drawing
●Please see here for instructions on replacing the headshell and cartridge.
It has received the “VGP Pure Audio” award consecutively.
You can also purchase it from the websites below.



This product is available from the retailers below. Please contact each retailer regarding the nearest store and stock availability.
| Consumer electronics retailers |
| Yamada Denki |
| K’s Denki |
| Yodobashi Camera |
| Bic Camera |
| Joshin (Joshin) |
| Record shops / musical instrument stores |
| Tower Records |
| HMV |
| Shimamura Music |
| FAITH RECORD |
| OTAIRECORD |
| Audio shops |
| Dynamic Audio |
| Audio Union |
| Sound Heights |
| Nomura Musen |
| CAVIN Osaka-ya |
| Nodaya |
※Not listed in any particular order
Types and Color Lineup
| Type / Color | Model Number |
|---|---|
| With headshell | MP-500H |
| Cartridge only | MP-500 |
| Replacement stylus | JN-P500 |