{"product_id":"nagaoka-mp-100-phono-cartridge","title":"Nagaoka MP-100 Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003ch1\u003eNagaoka MP-100 Phono Cartridge\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConical diamond, aluminum-alloy cantilever, and high-output Moving Permalloy generator\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nagaoka MP-100 is the entry point into the company's traditional Moving Permalloy cartridge series. Its straightforward 0.6 mil bonded conical diamond and aluminum-alloy cantilever are paired with the same fundamental low-moving-mass generator concept that distinguishes the MP family from conventional moving-magnet cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 5 mV of output, a replaceable stylus, and standard 47 kΩ loading, the MP-100 is designed to work directly with ordinary MM phonostages. Its conical stylus also makes alignment comparatively forgiving and provides a practical choice for broad record collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMoving Permalloy Generator\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNagaoka's MP system differs from a conventional moving-magnet cartridge at the rear of the cantilever. Rather than moving a relatively heavy permanent magnet, the cantilever carries a small piece of lightweight permalloy that is magnetized by the stationary magnetic system inside the cartridge body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReducing the mass attached to the cantilever gives the stylus greater freedom to follow groove modulation while retaining the high electrical output associated with an MM-compatible cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e0.6 Mil Conical Diamond\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MP-100 uses a 0.6 mil bonded conical diamond. Because a conical tip is rotationally symmetrical, its relationship to the groove is less sensitive to small alignment errors than more complex stylus profiles, making setup relatively straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe profile also makes the MP-100 well suited to general record playback, including collections that contain older or less-than-perfect pressings. Nagaoka specifies a tracking-force range of 1.8–2.3 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAluminum-Alloy Cantilever\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe diamond is mounted to an aluminum-alloy cantilever, combining low weight, durability, and economical manufacture. The cantilever carries the lightweight permalloy element that interacts with the cartridge's stationary magnetic circuit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e5 mV Output for MM Phonostages\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MP-100 produces 5 mV at the standard 5 cm\/sec reference velocity, allowing it to connect directly to a conventional MM input. Nagaoka specifies a 47 kΩ load resistance and 100 pF load capacitance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eReplaceable Stylus\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stylus assembly is user-replaceable, allowing normal stylus wear to be addressed without replacing the cartridge body. The matching replacement is the Nagaoka JN-P100.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMP-100 cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus guard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting screws, washers, and nuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-magnetic screwdriver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Moving Permalloy stereo cartridge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMounting:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\/2 in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStylus:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.6 mil bonded conical diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCantilever:\u003c\/b\u003e Aluminum alloy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOutput Voltage (At 1 kHz, 5 cm\/sec):\u003c\/b\u003e 5 mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequency Response:\u003c\/b\u003e 20 Hz–20 kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChannel Separation (At 1 kHz):\u003c\/b\u003e 22 dB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChannel Balance (At 1 kHz):\u003c\/b\u003e ≤2 dB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDynamic Compliance (At 100 Hz):\u003c\/b\u003e 5.5 × 10\u003csup\u003e−6\u003c\/sup\u003e cm\/dyne\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVertical Tracking Force:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.8–2.3 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLoad Resistance:\u003c\/b\u003e 47 kΩ\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLoad Capacitance:\u003c\/b\u003e 100 pF\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReplacement Stylus:\u003c\/b\u003e JN-P100\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 6.5 g\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nagaoka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54067271598264,"sku":"MP-100","price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1564\/1247\/files\/MP-100.png?v=1789663986","url":"https:\/\/upscaleaudio.com\/products\/nagaoka-mp-100-phono-cartridge","provider":"Upscale Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}