Ortofon - Concorde Elite - Turntable Cartridge
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Ortofon - Concorde Elite - Turntable Cartridge
The Ortofon Concorde Elite is a striking fusion of high-end craftsmanship and DJ-ready performance, designed for vinyl enthusiasts who demand both sonic precision and visual flair. Its sleek, gold-accented body reflects Ortofon’s heritage of Danish engineering excellence, while its refined internal design delivers audiophile-grade clarity and balance. Built on the proven Concorde platform, the Elite elevates every aspect of playback—whether on the stage or in the studio—with superior groove tracing and refined tonal accuracy.
At its core lies a nude elliptical diamond stylus mounted on an aluminum cantilever, engineered for precise tracking and extended high-frequency response. The cartridge body employs gold-plated contacts and an enhanced generator system that improves signal integrity while reducing distortion. Its output level of 8.5 mV ensures powerful, clean sound that retains musical detail even in demanding environments. The Concorde Elite’s optimized suspension offers both durability and finesse, giving DJs and turntable purists a cartridge that performs flawlessly under the pressures of live mixing or critical listening. Every component is meticulously tested to maintain Ortofon’s legendary reliability and consistency.
The Concorde Elite is more than an upgrade—it’s a statement of sonic excellence and design sophistication. Combining luxurious aesthetics with professional-grade performance, it bridges the worlds of hi-fi listening and club performance with effortless authority. For anyone who values precision, longevity, and style in equal measure, the Elite stands as the definitive Concorde evolution.
FEATURES:
- Nude elliptical diamond stylus
- Aluminum cantilever for precise tracking
- Gold-plated contacts for pure signal transfer
- High 8.5 mV output for strong performance
- Optimized suspension for stability and accuracy
- Balanced channel separation and low distortion
- Durable Concorde body with gold accents
- Designed for DJs and audiophiles alike
- Exceptional clarity and tonal precision
- Handcrafted in Denmark for lasting quality
SPECIFICATIONS:
| Stylus Type: | Nude Elliptical |
| Tracking Force: | 3.0g |
| Output Voltage: | 1000Hz, 5cm/sec – 8.5mV |
| Channel Balance: | 1kHz – 1dB |
| Channel Separation: | 1kHz – 25dB; 15kHz – 15dB |
| Tracking Ability: | 315Hz at recommended tracking force – 100μm |
| Compliance (Dynamic Lateral): | 13μm/mN |
| Stylus Tip Radius: | r/R 8/18μm |
| Tracking Force Range: | 2.0 – 4.0g |
| Recommended Tracking Force: | 3.0g |
| Tracking Angle: | 20° |
| Internal Impedance / DC Resistance: | 1.2k ohms |
| Internal Inductance: | 800mH |
| Recommended Load Resistance: | 47k ohms |
| Recommended Load Capacitance: | 150 – 400pF |
| Cartridge Weight (Excluding Screws): | 18.5g |
| Cartridge Color (Body/Stylus): | Black / Gold |
| Replacement Stylus Unit: | Elite |
