the SH-2 BLACK, a universal headshell engineered for stability, durability, and seamless integration with a variety of turntables. Reliable and versatile, it is designed to perform equally well in everyday vinyl playback and dedicated listening sessions.
Weighing just 9.3 grams, the SH-2 BLACK is optimized for turntables equipped with an S-shaped or J-shaped tonearm and a standard SME bayonet mount. This universal fit ensures effortless integration across a wide range of audio setups.
Whether you're upgrading your current setup or assembling a new system, the Ortofon SH-2 BLACK headshell provides a dependable, high-performance solution for analog playback excellence.
Lightweight Strength, Superior Handling
The SH-2 BLACK features a fingerlift designed in the same distinctive form factor as Ortofon’s latest Concorde cartridges, offering premium handling and a cohesive design for users who value both aesthetics and performance.
Constructed from a glass fiber-reinforced co-polymer, the SH-2 BLACK combines lightweight construction with exceptional rigidity and resistance to external vibrations. This robust material choice enhances playback stability and preserves the integrity of your vinyl sound.
KEY FEATURES
Compatibility – Fits most turntables with S-shaped or J-shaped bayonet mount tonearms.
Stability – Glass fiber-reinforced co-polymer for durability and resonance control.
Non-conductive – Prevents ground loops through the headshell body.
Improved control – Raised fingerlift for easy, precise cartridge handling.
Premounted leadwires – Color-coded with gold-plated connectors for better signal transmission.
SH-2 headshells mounting diemnsions
A - Headshell length = 51.41 mm.
B - Headshell width = 21.31 mm.
C - Mounting distance max = 43.9 mm.
D - Mounting distance min. = min. 34.9 mm.
E - Screw diameter max = Ø 2.7 mm.