Developed by music lovers, for music lovers, the Concorde Music Red Phono MM Cartridge offers impressive performance and value for those just starting their vinyl journey or discerning DJs looking for a reliable and affordable option. With an easy installation process that requires no tools, Ortofon phono cartridges bring back the joy of vinyl listening. As the entry-level cartridge in the Concorde Music series, the Concorde Music Red sets the stage for an enjoyable and satisfying listening experience that's balanced and dynamic no matter the style of music. The Concorde Music Red moving magnet cartridge features an Elliptical stylus on an Aluminium cantilever and can be upgraded through the entire series to the Concorde Music Black LVB 250 Phono Cartridge, simply by replacing the stylus.
Perfect for the novice or the eager audiophile, the Ortofon Concorde Music Red Moving Magnet Phono Cartridge is a popular choice for a reliable and high-performing cartridge. Ortofon phono cartridges are compatible with Technics Grand Class Turntables, like the SL-1210GR Direct Drive Turntable System II and the SL-1210G-K Direct Drive Turntable System. With its balanced and dynamic sound, the Ortofon Concorde Music Red Phono Cartridge complements the Technics SL-1210GR Turntable well. You can expect a high-quality hi-fi listening experience with excellent sound reproduction, performance, and durability.
Features:
- Quick, easy installation and upgrades
- Elliptical Diamond-Polished Stylus
- Upgradable Path
- Unique quad-coil generating system
Effortless Installation & Upgrades
Installing the Concorde Music Red Phono Cartridge on your turntable is easy; no tools are required. Compatible with all S-shaped tonearms, Concorde Music cartridges easily mount without any screws or wires, unlike most turntable cartridges. With the protective stylus guard on the stylus, plug the cartridge into the end of the tonearm, gently tighten the finger screw, and set the tracking force to 1.8g for optimal tracking and sound quality—It's that simple! The unique design of these cartridges has earned Ortofon a spot as an industry leader.
The Concorde Music Red Phono Cartridge can be upgraded with the Concorde Music Styli by removing the stylus tip, enabling an upgrade path throughout the entire Concorde Music series up to the Concorde Music Black LVB 250 Phono Cartridge. Start with the Concorde Red cartridge and work your way through the entire Concorde Music series with a simple upgrade.
Made for Precision
At the core of your music experience lies the stylus. The Concorde Music Red features an Elliptical diamond-polished stylus mounted on a premium aluminum cantilever. Slightly more advanced than spherical diamonds, elliptical diamonds follow the groove oscillations more accurately thus reducing distortion. The aluminum cantilever ensures the best possible transmission of the vinyl record groove modulations picked up by the diamond. A proprietary rubber compound, developed and produced in-house, is used for the stylus' rubber suspension. This suspension plays a vital role in contributing to the overall performance of the phono cartridge.
Precise and Dynamic Sound Image
The Concorde Music Red Phono Cartridge body features Ortofon's quad-coil generating system with silver-plated oxygen-free copper wire and four split pole pins. First introduced in the 500 series and Super OM series, Ortofon's proprietary Split Pole Pins Technology reduces energy loss and preserves the music signal. These pins enable moving magnet cartridges to achieve a flat frequency response like moving coil cartridges. The silver-plated copper wire combined with the split pole pins delivers exceptional channel balance and separation for a precise and dynamic sound. With a 6mV output, this cartridge is compatible with a wide array of DJ mixers and phono preamps, ensuring seamless integration into your existing home audio setup.
What's In The Box?
- Ortofon Concorde Music Red Cartridge
- Product Pamphlet
FAQ
Is there a difference between the Ortofon OM and Concorde series of cartridges?
The main difference between the Ortofon OM and Concorde series cartridges is the housing and contacts found on the cartridge. The OM cartridge requires mounting onto an appropriate headshell, whereas the Concorde cartridges attach directly to the tonearm. There is no difference in fidelity between the two ranges.
What is the optimum tracking weight setting for the Ortofon cartridge?
The tracking weight is dependent on the specific Ortofon cartridge. Checkout the product manual included with the cartridge for information on the tracking force range and recommended tracking force.
How long does it take for the cartridge to break-in?
A break-in period of up to 20 hours of normal playback is recommended in order to get the best performance from your cartridge.
What tonearms is the Ortofon Concorde Music Red compatible with?
The Ortofon Concorde Music Red Phono Cartridge is compatible with all s-shaped tonearms and SME/bayonet-style connections. Turntable brand compatibility includes Audio-Technica, Bryston, Denon, TEAC, and Technics. See Ortofon's website for an entire list of compatible turntable systems.
Is the stylus on the Ortofon Concorde Music Red replaceable?
Yes, the stylus on the Ortofon Concorde Music Red Phono Cartridge is user-replaceable, allowing you to pair other Ortofon styli. it has compatibility with several replacement stylus units.
What are the sound characteristics of the Ortofon Concorde Music Red?
The Ortofon Concorde Music Red Phono Cartridge is known for its balanced, dynamic sound with good detail retrieval and a punchy low end, making it suitable for a wide range of musical genres and use as a dj cartridge.
Specifications
- Channel Balance at 1 kHz
- 1.5 dB
- Output Voltage at 1 kHz, 5cm/sec
- 6 mV
- Channel Separation
- 22 dB (at 1 kHz)
- 15 dB (at 15 kHz)
- Frequency Response (20 Hz - 20 kHz)
- +3 / -1 dB
- Tracking Ability at 315 Hz at Recommended Tracking Force
- 80 µm
- Compliance, Dynamic, Lateral
- 15 µm/mN
- Stylus Type
- Elliptical diamond on Aluminium cantilever
- Stylus Tip Radius
- r/R 8/18 µm
- Tracking Force, Recommended
- 1.8 g
- Tracking Angle
- 20°
- Internal Impedance, DC Resistance
- 1.27 kΩ
- Cartridge Color
- Black/Red
- Cartridge Weight
- 18 g
- Recommended Load Resistance
- 47 kΩ
- Internal Inductance
- 815 mH
- Recommended Load Capacitance
- 150-300 pF