Elliptical Diamond - Slot Hollow Pin Stylus. The Super OM 5E ensures precise playback with improved linearity and higher channel separation. The elliptical stylus provides balanced reproduction and enhanced groove tracking for reduced distortion. With its elliptical diamond, it combines durability with outstanding playback performance. An easy upgrade to sound quality is possible by replacing the stylus without needing to change the entire cartridge system. Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz. Stylus type: elliptical. The Super OM 5E features improved linearity, higher channel separation, and an elliptical stylus that allows for balanced and distortion-free playback. Elliptical diamonds can follow the groove vibrations more accurately due to their contoured shape compared to spherical diamonds, resulting in better tracking and less distortion. The OM 5s is equipped with a spherical diamond, while the OM 5E and Super OM 5E come with an elliptical diamond. A key goal in developing the OM cartridges was to provide music lovers the ability to optimize sound reproduction without having to replace the entire cartridge. The OM 5 series is designed not only for replacement after wear or damage but also allows you to achieve better sound simply by upgrading the stylus.