Physically, 2M styli will fit on alternative 2M cartridges bodies, but 2M Series cartridges’ engines, coils and magnets configurations are not quite identical:
Red and Blue are identical, so are the Bronze and Black.

2M styli interchangeability
The 2M Blue is an upgrade compared to both 2M Red and 2M Silver thanks to Nude Elliptical diamond which retrieves information from the groove with a higher accuracy.

Recommended for following cartridges:

• 2M Blue
• 2MR Blue
• 2M Blue Premounted

And the perfect upgrade to your:

• 2M Red
• 2MR Red
• 2M Red Premounted

Take one step further towards the artist
Have you ever wondered what lies beyond the already impressive sound of the 2M Red cartridge? Allow us to introduce you to the Ortofon 2M Blue stylus upgrade. It's a small yet significant step, that brings you one step closer to the artist's intention, making a world of difference in how you experience and appreciate your music.