Ortofon VNL cartridge – a model tailored uniquely to the unrelenting demands of modern turntablists and portablists.

3 different feels to fine-tune your performance

To match the multiple applications of modern DJs the VNL Introduction Package includes 3 different styli with suspension types of varying feel and rigidity:

VNL I compliance, dynamic lateral 16 μm/m N - Flexible
VNL II compliance, dynamic lateral 15 μm/m N - Rigid 
VNL III compliance, dynamic lateral 14 μm/m N - Firm

DJs can easily identify which stylus type best suits their individual DJ style and enables their absolute best performance capability.

The new VNL features and improvements

• Extra resistance to hardcore scratching and back spinning
• High tracking performance for both DVS usage and real vinyl
• Optimal balance of output and sound quality

Technological improvements have been applied for the benefits of all users:

• Ultrasonic welding of the components ensures high rigidity and freedom from resonances
• Robotic assembly of stylus offers high precision and uniformity of industrial production

Features

Exclusive features

The VNL features a spherical stylus which is perfect for tough groove handling. Furthermore, it reduces record wear when scratching and back-cueing to an absolute minimum.

The broad stance of the VNL features solid and robust design elements characteristic to Ortofon, with colors meticulously selected to emphasize sturdiness and DJ aesthetics: the cartridge body has been designed to provide easy mounting and alignment on a variety of headshells.

The VNL provides excellent compatibility when used in an assortment of playback systems, ensuring it stays in the groove under the most demanding conditions.

VNL technical data

• Stylus Type Spherical
• Tracking Force 4.0 g
• Output Voltage 6 mV
• Frequency Range 20-20.000 Hz

Output voltage at 1000Hz, 5cm/sec. - 6 mV
Channel separation at 1kHz - 20 dB
Frequency response 20 Hz - 20 kHz  -2/+4 dB
Tracking ability at 315 Hz at recommmended tracking force: 

VNL I 100 μm VNL II 90 μm VNL III 90 μm

Compliance, dynamic lateral:

VNL I 16 μm/m N VNL II 15 μm/m N VNL III 14 μm/m N

Tracking force range - 3 - 5 g
Tracking force recommended - 4 g
Antiskating - for best backcueing performance use “0”
Internal impedance, DC resistance - 750 Ohm
Internal inductance - 450 mH
Recommended load resistance - 47 kOhm
Recommended load capacitance - 200-600 pF
Cartridge weight - 6,5 g
Replacement stylus units: VNL I,  VNL II,  VNL III