Ortofon Concorde MKII Scratch Cartridge

Ortofon's MKII Concorde Scratch cartridge delivers the high output, stability, and increased tracking ability that DJs need for scratching and back-cueing.

Overview

With the launch of the Concorde MKII Scratch Cartridge, Ortofon has listened to the demands of vinyl DJs of all types to develop a superior cartridge series with an unprecedented level of durability, groove holding, and sound quality. The Concorde, which is redesigned from the ground up, features a more robust stylus tip with larger cut-out, as well as a replaceable textured grip and handle. The Concorde Scratch cartridge provides maximum scratch performance, offers high output, stability, and increased tracking ability. Easy connectivity to the tonearm makes setup quick and easy in any performance scenario.

Features:

- Fully redesigned for better durability, groove holding, and sound quality
- More robust stylus tip with larger cut-out
- Wider grip area for easier handling
- Replaceable textured grip and tapered handle
- Quick and convenient tonearm connection
- Attractive split housing and one-piece metal tonearm fitting
- Stylus seats tightly onto cartridge body with tactile feedback
- Provides maximum scratch performance
- High output for aggressive, energetic sound quality
- Increased tracking ability for best groove holding capability

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Specs

- Output Voltage at 1,000 Hz, 5 cm/sec: 10 mV
- Channel Balance at 1 kHz: 1 dB
- Channel Separation 1 kHz: 22 dB
- Channel Separation 15 kHz: 15 dB
- Frequency Range at -3 dB: 20 - 18,000 Hz
- Tracking Ability at 315 Hz at Recommended Tracking Force: 120 um
- Compliance, Dynamic Lateral: 14 um/mN
- Stylus Type: Spherical
- Stylus Tip Radius: R 18 um
- Tracking Force Range: 3.0-5.0 g
- Tracking Force Recommended: 4.0 g
- Cartridge Weight: 18.5 g
- Replacement Stylus Unit: Scratch

Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
Single: Shipping Weight: 0.11 lbs; Shipping Dimensions: 5 x 4 x 1 in; Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): CC SCRATCH SINGLE
Twin (with Case): Shipping Weight: 0.57 lbs; Shipping Dimensions: 7 x 5 x 2 in; Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): CC SCRATCH TWIN

Documents and Manuals

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 914-762-8646

Reviews

(2 ratings)

Submitted June 5, 2024 by GODZOWN DJ

"Amazing turntablist needles. Track like a train!"

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I love these needles. I bought them because the JICO J44A7 and J44D carts I was using on my main decks have an expensive stylus to replace them. I've always wanted to try these so I took the plunge, and boy am I glad I did. These track amazingly and sound great. I just got them and they work amazingly. It was nice to not have to fiddle with screws or a head-shell and just plug it into the tonearm. The lift feels great to use, and you can see exactly the groove you're placing the needle into, unlike the Shure M447 or JICO J44A7 clone cart. These sound amazing as well. I played a Showbiz and AG record as my first analog vinyl to try with it, and the bass was bumping. Everything sounded great and I loved being able to put the needle in the "blank" groove just before a song and get it right on point. These also work great with DVS and Serato control vinyl. I'm sure other DVS software will work great as well. The tonearm lifts are replaceable, and come in different colors. This means you can customize your cart to go along with your motif of sorts. I highly recommend these carts, and will give it 5 stars all around. The replacement needle is only $66 which is a lot cheaper than the JICO needles come in at. I put the JICOs on my secondary setup, and I still have a lot of love for those. I think I've found my new favorite needles in these Ortofon Scratch Mk2s though. They are great and I hope I have them for a long time to come....