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Shure M91ED
The Shure M91ED is an MM design whose 5 mV output feeds any standard MM phono input without extra gain. Its replaceable N91ED stylus carries an elliptical profile that traces groove modulation with good detail. The rated tracking force runs from 0.75 to 1.5 g, keeping pressure on records light. Phono Culture lists three compatible replacement styli for this cartridge.
- Class:
Mid-Range
- Mounting
- standard 1/2"
- Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D)
- 5.5 g
- Output Voltage
- 5 mV
- Frequency Response
- 20–20 000 Hz
- Channel Separation
- 25 dB
- Channel Balance
- ≤ 2 dB
- Recommended Load
- 47 kΩ || 400–500 pF
- Tracking Force
- 0.75–1.5 g
- Compliance Value
- dynamic 30 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne
- Cantilever
- heat-treated aluminum alloy, tubular
- Documents
Additional Info
The Shure M91ED is a warm, forgiving MM with a natural, relaxed vocal presence that favors ease of listening over forensic detail. Bass carries decent body without turning heavy, and the elliptical tip keeps imaging reasonably focused while smoothing sibilance. A tubular aluminum-alloy cantilever adds to the mellow, non-fatiguing character that flatters brighter systems. The stylus is replaceable, so upkeep stays trivial.
Replacement styluses for Shure M91ED
| LP Gear | N91VL | Fine Line |
| JICO | N91ED | Super Analogue Stylus |
| LP Gear | N91ED | Elliptical |
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