July 11, 2025

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Cartridge Turntables of 2025

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1byone
1 by ONE High Fidelity Belt Drive Turntable with Built-in Speakers, Vinyl Record Player with Magnetic Cartridge, Bluetooth Playback and Aux-in Functionality, Auto Off
Main highlights

Versatile Features
Built-in speakers, Bluetooth playback, and aux-in for diverse audio sources.

Ideal Use for Music Lovers
Perfect for vinyl enthusiasts seeking quality sound without high cost.

Praised Sound Quality
Customers love the rich, full sound and easy operation.
Key specs
- Design:Wood and metal
- Cartridge:Magnet-type, Audio-Technica
- Speed:33 and 45 RPM
- Playback:Bluetooth Streaming
- Dimensions:17.32 x 7.48 x 14.57 inches
9.8

Exceptional

Our Rating

9.5
Giftable

9.3
Bluetooth connection

8.9
worth the money
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Value for Money

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Ortofon
Ortofon 2M Blue Premounted Pickup Mounted on SH-4 Black Headshell

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Main highlights

Enhanced Audio Clarity
The Ortofon 2M Blue offers superior sound quality and depth compared to stock cartridges, enriching your listening experience.

Ideal for Turntable Upgrades
Perfect for revitalizing older turntables or enhancing new ones with its easy installation on S-shaped tone arms.

Praised for Sound Quality
Customers consistently praise its ability to dramatically improve sound clarity and richness, making it a worthwhile investment.
Key specs
- Construction:Mounted on SH-4 headshell
- Dimensions:2.56 x 1.89 x 1.3 inches
- Stylus:Ortofon 2M blue
- Material:N/A
- Compatibility:S-shaped tone arms
9.7

Exceptional

Our Rating
3

Ortofon
Ortofon 2M Red Moving Magnet Phono Cartridge
Main highlights

Dynamic Sound Quality
The Ortofon 2M Red delivers open, dynamic sound with a slight touch of warmth, enhancing music listening experiences.

Versatile Compatibility
Ideal for upgrading stock cartridges on most turntables, enhancing sound quality across various audio setups.

Enhanced Soundstage
Customers praise its bright sound, wider soundstage, and deeper bass, bringing music to life.
9.6

Exceptional

Our Rating

9.7
audio quality

9.7
lasts a long time

9.7
Precision
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Ortofon
Ortofon 2M Blue Moving Magnet Phono Cartridge
Main highlights

Enhanced Sound Dynamics
The Ortofon 2M Blue offers improved dynamics, resolution, and detail reproduction with a Nude Elliptical diamond stylus.

Perfect for Turntable Upgrades
Universal fit and easy installation make it ideal for upgrading most turntables.

Highly Praised Clarity
Customers appreciate the cartridge's ability to enhance sound clarity and bass response.
9.5

Excellent

Our Rating

9.9
audio quality

9.9
Sheerness

9.5
Easy installation
5

Ortofon
Ortofon Concorde MK2 Mix Twin Cartridge
Main highlights

Key Features
Tailored for modern turntable DJs, fits all DJ turntables with a removable headshell, and offers an excellent price-to-performance ratio.

Ideal Use Cases
Perfect for both aspiring and professional DJs, excelling in club environments, home setups, and competitive DJ battles.

Customer Praise
Most reviews highlight the superior sound quality and durability, appreciating the value added by the included aluminum flight case.
9.4

Excellent

Our Rating

9.9
Easy installation

9.7
audio quality

9.3
worth the money
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Audio-Technica
Audio-Technica AT-VM95E/H Turntable Headshell/Cartridge Combo Kit Green
Main highlights

Easy Installation and Setup
Features threaded inserts for quick mounting with just two screws, eliminating the need for nuts.

Versatile Turntable Compatibility
Universal 1/2-mount head shell fits 4-pin turntable cartridges, ideal for multiple setups.

Great Sound Quality
Praised for excellent sound with minimal surface noise and good treble and bass extension.
Key specs
- Construction:Threaded inserts in cartridge
- Dimensions:4 x 2 x 3 inches
- Stylus:0.3 x 0.7 mil Elliptical
- Material:Aluminum cantilever
- Compatibility:Universal 1/2-mount head shell
9.3

Excellent

Our Rating

9.9
Precision

9.7
Easy installation

9.5
worth the money
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Audio-Technica
Audio-Technica AT-VM95ML Dual Moving Magnet Turntable Phono Cartridge (Red)
Main highlights

Exceptional Sound Quality
The Audio-Technica AT-VM95ML cartridge offers superior sound clarity and detail with its Micro-Linear stylus and dual magnet design.

Optimal for Vintage Turntables
Ideal for enhancing audio performance on vintage and high-end turntables with its compatibility and easy installation.

Highly Praised Sound Separation
Customers frequently commend its impressive sound stage and separation, enhancing the listening experience.
Key specs
- Construction:Dual Magnet
- Dimensions:4 x 1 x 3 inches
- Stylus:Micro-Linear
- Material:Aluminum, Polymer
- Compatibility:Any at-vmn95 Replacement
9.1

Excellent

Our Rating

9.9
Sheerness

9.7
Easy installation

9.7
Precision
8

Nagaoka
NAGAOKA Cartridge MP Series - MP-110 Record Cartridge
Main highlights

Crystal Clear Sound
Produces crystal clear clarity over every sound frequency with fluidity.

Ideal for Audiophiles
Perfect for those seeking rich, quiet, and detailed audio.

Praised Sound Quality
Customers love the warm, natural, and detailed sound experience.
9.0

Excellent

Our Rating

9.9
audio quality

9.5
worth the money

9.5
Precision
9

Sumiko
Sumiko Rainier Phono Cartridge
Main highlights

Versatile Compatibility
Moving Magnet architecture compatible with nearly any phono stage.

Upgrade Path Options
Stylus upgradable to Olympia or Moonstone for enhanced sound quality.

Warm and Balanced Sound
Praised for delivering a warm sound while highlighting highs effectively.
8.9

Very Good

Our Rating

9.9
worth the money

9.9
Sheerness

9.9
audio quality
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Audio-Technica
Audio-Technica AT-VM95C/H Turntable Headshell/Cartridge Combo Kit Blue
Main highlights

Easy Installation
Threaded inserts in the cartridge body enable easy mounting with just two screws, eliminating the need for nuts.

Vintage Turntable Compatibility
Ideal for replacing headshells and cartridges on vintage 70s/80s era turntables, providing a clean and warm sound.

Superior Sound Quality
Customers consistently praise the superior sound quality, highlighting sharper and more vibrant sound reproduction on both new and old vinyl.
Key specs
- Construction:Threaded inserts in body
- Dimensions:4 x 2 x 3 inches
- Stylus:0.6 mil Conical
- Material:Aluminum cantilever
- Compatibility:Universal 1/2-mount head shell
8.8

Very Good

Our Rating

9.9
Precision

9.7
audio quality

9.7
worth the money

Cartridge Turntables of 2025

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1 by ONE High Fidelity Belt Drive Turntable with Built-in Speakers, Vinyl Record Player with Magnetic Cartridge, Bluetooth Playback and Aux-in Functionality, Auto Off

9.5

9.3

8.9

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Ortofon 2M Blue Premounted Pickup Mounted on SH-4 Black Headshell

3

Ortofon 2M Red Moving Magnet Phono Cartridge

9.7

9.7

9.7

4

Ortofon 2M Blue Moving Magnet Phono Cartridge

9.9

9.9

9.5

5

Ortofon Concorde MK2 Mix Twin Cartridge

9.9

9.7

9.3

6

Audio-Technica AT-VM95E/H Turntable Headshell/Cartridge Combo Kit Green

9.9

9.7

9.5

7

Audio-Technica AT-VM95ML Dual Moving Magnet Turntable Phono Cartridge (Red)

9.9

9.7

9.7

8

NAGAOKA Cartridge MP Series - MP-110 Record Cartridge

9.9

9.5

9.5

9

Sumiko Rainier Phono Cartridge

9.9

9.9

9.9

10

Audio-Technica AT-VM95C/H Turntable Headshell/Cartridge Combo Kit Blue

9.9

9.7

9.7

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