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Shure 2215

The Shure 2215 works as an MM design aimed at entry-level turntable systems. Its 6.2 mV output feeds any standard MM phono input without a step-up device or extra gain. The replaceable N93E stylus carries an elliptical profile, and the rated tracking force runs from 1.5 to 3.0 grams. Phono Culture lists 3 compatible replacement styli for this model.

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Stylus: N93E
Series: Stereo Dynetic / Easy-Mount
Type: ММ
Stylus Shape: Elliptical[ radii (mil / µm) 0.4 × 0.7 mil (≈10 × 18 µm) ]
Class: Entry-Level

Mounting: standard 1/2"
Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D): 5.7 g
Output Voltage: 6.2 mV
Frequency Response: 20–20 000 Hz
Channel Separation: 20 dB
Channel Balance: ≤ 2 dB
Recommended Load: 47 kΩ || 400–500 pF
Tracking Force: 1.5–3.0 g

Additional Info

The Shure 2215 delivers warm, forgiving sound with a natural, easygoing vocal presence rather than clinical detail. Bass carries decent body, dynamics feel lively without aggression, and relaxed tracking keeps long casual sessions fatigue-free on modest systems and older records. Sold within the Stereo Dynetic Easy-Mount series, it uses a replaceable elliptical stylus, so upkeep stays trivial.

Replacement styluses for Shure 2215

EVG	PM3139DE	Elliptical
BLISS	762-DE	Elliptical
JICO	N-91ED	Super Analogue Stylus

Sound × Setup

Detail

58%

IGD Control

55%

Noise Suppression

60%

Dynamics—Attack

65%

Soundstage/Imaging

62%

Bass Density

68%

Vocals/Midrange

70%

Forgiving Character

78%

Tonearm mass medium 46%

light 31%·heavy 23%

Capacitance from 200 pF 60%

up to 100 pF 10%·100-200 pF 30%

Phono gain 35–38 dB 75%

39–42 dB 25%·43–46 dB 0%

Shure 2215 (MM) compatible with medium-mass tonearms. Requires 35–38 dB gain—standard MM preamp. High capacitance may cause treble roll-off; use short, low-capacitance cables (<100pF/m). Optimal tracking force: 1.5–2g. Excellent all-rounder for vintage systems.

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