{"product_id":"ortofon-sh-4-headshell-schwarz","title":"Ortofon SH-4 Headshell, Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Ortofon SH-4 is a headshell made of anodised aluminium with an SME bayonet connection for S-shaped tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SH-4 is the headshell on which Ortofon sells its own premounted 2M cartridges – so if you buy it separately you get a component that Ortofon itself uses every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy the SH-4?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause it is light yet stiff: the aluminium is anodised, the contact pins are gold-plated, and the long finger lift sits well under the finger. Ortofon recommends the SH-4 for its 2M cartridges, and the universal half-inch mounting also takes many other standard cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA headshell that makes swapping cartridges possible in seconds: with several headshells you switch between cartridges without readjusting every time. The box contains screws, nuts, washers and lead wires – so you can get started straight away.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is the SH-4 for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor S-shaped tonearms with a standard bayonet connection (SME) and anyone who wants a second cartridge ready. \u003cstrong\u003eStraight talk:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tonearms with a fixed headshell (for example on Rega) are not compatible. And a headshell does not replace alignment: overhang, azimuth and tracking force still need to be set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn honest, light standard headshell from the manufacturer that uses it itself. Forty-nine francs for clean handling and quick cartridge swaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eType: headshell with SME bayonet connection, for S-shaped tonearms\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: anodised aluminium\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eColour: black\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMounting distance: 36.4–45.4 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eContacts: gold-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 9.2 g without screws, 9.4 g with screws\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIncluded: headshell, screws, nuts, washers, lead wires\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the SH-4 fit my tonearm?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits S-shaped tonearms with a standard bayonet connection (SME). It cannot be mounted on tonearms with a fixed integrated headshell. Tell us your turntable and tonearm and we will confirm the fit before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich cartridges can I mount on it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrtofon recommends the SH-4 for the 2M series. Thanks to the universal half-inch mounting standard, many other standard cartridges fit too. We will clarify with you which screws your cartridge needs – we carry the original sets for 2M and OM.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre the lead wires included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. According to the manufacturer, screws, nuts, washers and lead wires are part of the delivery. So you do not need to buy anything extra, just a suitable screwdriver and some patience when aligning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Ortofon SH-4 from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause a headshell only shows its potential with the right mounting and alignment. We check fit with tonearm and cartridge and set everything up on request – Andy and technician Mauri in Wädenswil. Original Ortofon, honest advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMatching \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/tonabnehmer\"\u003ecartridges\u003c\/a\u003e from \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/ortofon\"\u003eOrtofon\u003c\/a\u003e and more \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/plattenspieler-zubehor\"\u003eturntable accessories\u003c\/a\u003e such as the alignment protractor and cartridge screws.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53844389593424,"sku":"302833","price":49.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/ortofon-sh-4-headshell-schwarz-schraegansicht.png?v=1792602526","url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en-ch\/products\/ortofon-sh-4-headshell-schwarz","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}