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Stanton 500 Mk II
The Stanton 500 Mk II built its name in radio studios and DJ booths at the entry level. This MM cartridge pairs a conical stylus with a tracking force range of 2.0 to 5.0 g. Its 4.6 mV output suits any standard MM phono input. The replaceable stylus is the D5100 MKII, and Phono Culture lists 3 compatible replacement styli.
- Class:
Entry-Level
- Output Voltage
- 4.6 mV
- Frequency Response
- 20–17 000 Hz
- Channel Separation
- 28 dB
- Channel Balance
- ≤ 2 dB
- Recommended Load
- 47 kΩ || 275 pF
- Tracking Force
- 2.0–5.0 g
- Compliance Value
- dynamic ~12 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne (@100 Hz approx)
Additional Info
The Stanton 500 Mk II leans into a relaxed, non-fatiguing balance rather than forensic detail. Bass feels reasonably full-bodied, vocals stay natural without harshness, and the conical tip smooths over groove imperfections and less-than-perfect setups. It works as a dependable, low-stress performer for casual listening, DJ use and older or worn records. The stylus is replaceable when it wears, so upkeep stays cheap.
Replacement styluses for Stanton 500 Mk II
| LP Gear | STNS500MKII | Conical |
| Tonar | 549-DS | Conical |
| JICO | D-5107 AL-DJ TF | Conical |
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add 01/06/2026 · upd. 08/02/2026