In a MM(moving magnet) cartridge, the coils are in the cartridge body and the magnets are on the end of the cantilever, moving around. In a MC(moving coil) cartridge, the coils are on the end of the cantilever, and the magnets are in the cartridge body.
Generally speaking, in low output MC cartridges, the moving mass is less and the ability to move quickly and respond to low level detail is better. Also, higher gain phono stage is required.
Generally speaking, in low output MC cartridges, the moving mass is less and the ability to move quickly and respond to low level detail is better. Also, higher gain phono stage is required.