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The Ortofon VNL Trix Turntable Single DJ Cartridge just leveled up with the all-new VNL TRIX and VNL DANCE, the latest additions to the iconic VNL series. Built tough, tuned for performance, and ready for the stage. The VNL TRIX and VNL DANCE cartridges are engineered for DJs who demand both power and precision.
With a spherical stylus mounted on a rigid aluminum cantilever and Ortofon’s exclusive rubber suspension, VNL TRIX is built to take a beating. The fluorescent white stylus makes cueing even faster, and the premium tracking keeps it locked for pro use including heavy scratching and back-cueing.
LOUD. CLEAN. POWEFULL.
Pumping a massive 10 mV output, the VNL TRIX deliver raw volume and crystal clarity to any rig, from underground raves to big-room stages. Louder than ever before, it brings pure energy to the system.
Rock-Solid Tracking
Thanks to its 100 µm trackability, the VNL TRIX resists skips and holds the groove under aggressive techniques like scratching and back-cueing. Expect reliable performance in clubs and on tour, with clean, consistent playback!
Find Your Mark, Even in The Dark!
The fluorescent white stylus glows bright under UV light, so the tip is instantly visible on busy stages and in blackout booths. Enjoy faster cueing and cleaner beatmatching during heavy scratching and quick back-cues. Featuring a spherical stylus mounted on a rigid aluminium cantilever and Ortofon's exclusive rubber suspension, VNL TRIX is built to take a beating!
Interchangeable Stylus
The VNL TRIX is fully VNL-compatible - also with the classic VNL cartridges - letting you swap styli to match your vibe and flow.
Product Specifications:
Output Voltage (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec): 10 mV
Tracking Ability (315 Hz): 100 µm
Stylus Type: Spherical (R 18 µm)
Cantilever Material: Aluminum
Stylus Suspension: Ortofon Exclusive
Coil System: Quad coils, OFC wire
Channel Separation (1 kHz): 22 dB
Frequency Response: 20 Hz–20 kHz (±3 dB)
Dynamic Lateral Compliance: 12 µm/mN
Recommended Tracking Force: 4.0 g
Cartridge Weight: 7 g
Cartridge Color: Black
Stylus Color: White (fluorescent)
Replacement Stylus: Stylus VNL TRIX
Weight: 0.5 lbs
Dimensions: 4 × 3 × 2 in
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Ortofon: A Century of Precision Sound
Ortofon traces its lineage to October 9, 1918, when Danish engineers Axel Petersen and Arnold Poulsen founded the Electrical Phono Film Company in Copenhagen. The name itself derives from Greek, meaning "correct sound"—a philosophy that has guided the company's trajectory for over a century. Initially focused on synchronized sound film technology, Ortofon pivoted to audio reproduction after 1945, when the superior recording quality of new cutting equipment revealed the inadequacy of existing playback systems. This gap sparked the development of the pioneering Ortofon mono pickup in 1948, establishing the foundation for the company's future dominance.
Today, Ortofon is the world's largest manufacturer of magnetic cartridges for phonograph turntables, producing approximately 500,000 units annually. The company's product portfolio centers exclusively on phono cartridges—both moving magnet and moving coil designs—with over 300 distinct models developed since 1948. This singular focus reflects deep specialization rather than diversification, positioning Ortofon as a micro-mechanical specialist rather than a broad-based audio manufacturer.
Ortofon occupies the high-end segment of the audio market, commanding respect among vinyl enthusiasts and professional studios alike. The brand benefits from Denmark's established reputation for acoustic engineering and industrial design, supported by in-house research and development. For discerning turntable owners, Ortofon cartridges represent the gold standard—a heritage brand whose century-long commitment to cartridge excellence remains unmatched in the industry.
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