{"product_id":"ortofon-stylus-2m-blue-replacement-stylus","title":"Ortofon Stylus 2M Blue Replacement Stylus","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA worn stylus changes the sound of a cartridge gradually enough that it's easy to miss — until tracking gets noticeably worse or a record starts sounding harsh in the same spots every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Ortofon Stylus 2M Blue is a direct replacement stylus for the 2M Blue cartridge body, built around the same nude-mounted elliptical diamond as the original cartridge. Because it's designed to snap into the existing cartridge body, installation takes seconds and doesn't call for realigning the cartridge afterward.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe same stylus also works as an upgrade for a 2M Red cartridge body, swapping in the 2M Blue's nude elliptical stylus without needing to buy or align a new cartridge. Rated for a recommended tracking force of 1.8 grams, it matches the tracking and compliance specifications of the original 2M Blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSimcoe Audio Video Insight\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf your 2M Red is on its original stylus and you've been thinking about stepping up to the 2M Blue, this replacement stylus gets you there without touching your tonearm's alignment — worth considering before replacing the whole cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy the Ortofon Stylus 2M Blue Stands Out\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"more-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"font-weight:bold; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eNude Elliptical Stylus\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemoves the metal mounting shank a bonded stylus relies on, reducing tip mass for better high-frequency tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"more-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"font-weight:bold; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eDrop-In Replacement\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSnaps into the existing cartridge body, with installation taking seconds and no realignment required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"more-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"font-weight:bold; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eUpgrade Path from 2M Red\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwaps onto a 2M Red cartridge body to deliver 2M Blue performance without buying a new cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"more-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"font-weight:bold; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eMatches Original Tracking Specs\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRated for the same 1.8 gram tracking force and 20µm\/mN compliance as the original 2M Blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"more-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"font-weight:bold; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003e0.5mg Equivalent Tip Mass\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA light stylus tip mass that supports accurate tracking at high frequencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBuyer's Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Worn Stylus Owner\u003c\/strong\u003e: has a 2M Blue cartridge whose stylus needs replacing after normal wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe 2M Red Owner Upgrading\u003c\/strong\u003e: wants 2M Blue performance without buying a new cartridge body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe DIY-Minded Vinyl Listener\u003c\/strong\u003e: wants a stylus swap that doesn't require professional realignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow It Compares\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis replacement stylus uses the same nude elliptical diamond found in the complete 2M Blue cartridge, so sound quality matches a new 2M Blue exactly. The difference is only in what's replaced — a full 2M Blue cartridge includes a new cartridge body and generator, while this stylus reuses the existing body from a 2M Red or 2M Blue, which is why it drops in without needing the cartridge re-aligned.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50312522268893,"sku":"LM-GRRV-GJHB","price":231.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0331\/1930\/5859\/files\/ortofon-stylus-2m-blue-replacement.png?v=1790623844","url":"https:\/\/www.simcoeav.ca\/fr\/products\/ortofon-stylus-2m-blue-replacement-stylus","provider":"Simcoe Audio Video","version":"1.0","type":"link"}