Ortofon Concorde DJ MKII DJ Cartridge

Ortofon Concorde MKII DJ — Precision Tracking for Turntable Performance

Engineered for the physical demands of DJ manipulation, this moving-magnet cartridge delivers precise groove tracking during scratching, back-cueing, and beatmatching. By eliminating alignment setup, the integrated headshell and cartridge unit mounts directly to any standard half-inch tonearm. DJs benefit from a balanced output of 6 mV and a 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response, ensuring full-range signal reproduction through any mixer chain. Weighing 18.5 g, the cartridge fits within standard counterweight ranges without requiring adjustments.

Integrated Design with Replaceable Components

What stands out is the all-in-one construction paired with user-serviceable parts. Performers can customize feel and easily swap worn components with a replaceable finger lift, while the open stylus cutout provides a visual guide for accurate needle placement.

Tracking Force and Output Level

DJ cartridges require higher tracking force than hi-fi models to prevent skipping during aggressive record manipulation.

• Tracking Force: 4 g — the adjustable 3–5 g range allows DJs to balance stability for scratching or opt for lighter force when listening
• Strong level output is achieved with a balanced 6 mV moving-magnet signal, so excessive gain staging is avoided at the mixer.

Spherical Stylus and Balanced Cantilever

Stylus profile and cantilever construction directly affect both record wear and tracking accuracy during back-cueing.

• Stylus Type: Spherical R 18 µm — rounded tip distributes force evenly across the groove wall, minimizing vinyl wear over repeated passes
• Cantilever: Balanced design — ensures even pressure for consistent channel separation and reduced distortion

Mounting Compatibility and Physical Specifications

• Mount Standard: Half-inch (12.7 mm) — fits any S-shaped or J-shaped tonearm without adapter
• Accurate monitoring is possible thanks to a frequency response of 20 Hz – 20 kHz, which covers the full audible spectrum.
• Cartridge Weight: 18.5 g — integrated headshell mass compatible with standard tonearm counterweight ranges