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Ortofon VNL ON SH4
The Ortofon VNL Premounted on SH-4 Black (VNL on SH-4) is a turnkey, factory-assembled DJ turntable setup combining the high-tracking Ortofon VNL moving magnet (MM) cartridge with the heavy-duty Ortofon SH-4 black aluminum headshell. Designed for turntablists, club DJs, and vinyl purists who want the extreme skip resistance and DVS performance of the VNL without the hassle of manual lead wire connections, overhang measurement, or cartridge alignment, it provides a balanced, plug-and-play solution that connects directly to any standard S-shaped DJ tonearm.
Core Performance Features
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Factory Pre-Assembled & Aligned: Eliminates tedious mounting screws, tiny lead wire connections, and azimuth/overhang calibration. Perfectly pre-aligned for standard Technics-spec S-shaped tonearms (52 mm Baerwald/Stevenson alignment) for immediate plug-and-play operation.
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Ergonomic Long Finger Lift: The SH-4 headshell features an extended, curved finger lift that gives DJs precise, steady tactile control when cueing, needle-dropping, and lifting off wax in dimly lit club booths.
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Extreme Skip & Backcue Resistance: Leverages the VNL's robust cantilever and specialized elastomer suspension, keeping the needle locked into the record groove during violent backcueing, cutting, and rapid beat juggling.
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Spherical Stylus Profile (VNL II Standard): Equipped with a precision spherical diamond tip that rides gently in the vinyl groove, drastically lowering record wear during repeated scratching while delivering high tracking reliability on DVS timecode records (Serato, Traktor, Rekordbox).
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Gold-Plated Terminal Pins: The SH-4 headshell uses high-conductivity OFC (Oxygen-Free Copper) lead wires with gold-plated connector pins to prevent oxidation and ensure uncompromised audio signal transfer to the tonearm.
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Universal SME Bayonet Mount: Compatible with any standard SME 4-pin bayonet socket, making it compatible with Pioneer DJ (PLX-1000/CRSS12), Technics (SL-1200/SL-1210 series), Reloop (RP-7000/8000), Audio-Technica, and Stanton turntables.
Technical Layout & Specifications
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System Type: Factory Pre-mounted Moving Magnet (MM) Cartridge on Headshell.
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Mounting Connection: Universal SME bayonet connector.
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Cartridge Body: Ortofon VNL.
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Headshell Model: Ortofon SH-4 (Black anodized aluminum).
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Stylus Type: Spherical (R 18 µm).
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Included Stylus: VNL II (Standard compliance).
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Output Voltage: 6 mV (@ 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec).
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Tracking Force Range: 3.0 g – 5.0 g (30 – 50 mN).
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Recommended Tracking Force: 4.0 g (40 mN).
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Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20,000 Hz (-2 dB / +4 dB).
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Tracking Ability: 100 µm (@ 315 Hz at recommended tracking force).
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Internal Impedance / DC Resistance: 700 Ohms.
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Recommended Load Resistance: 47 kOhms.
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Recommended Load Capacitance: 200 – 600 pF.
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Total Assembly Weight: 15.9 g (Cartridge 6.5 g + Headshell 9.4 g).
