Ortofon Concorde Music Black Moving Magnet Cartridge

Ortofon Concorde Music Black: Transparent and Articulate Sound Quality

Experience transparent and articulate sound quality with the Ortofon Concorde Music Black. This model features a Nude Shibata stylus on an Aluminium cantilever and offers an upgrade from the Concorde Music Bronze. It can be further upgraded with the Stylus Concorde Music Black LVB 250, providing seamless enhancements throughout the series.

The Concorde Music series is developed by music lovers for music lovers, blending premium performance with an iconic design. The Concorde Music is more than just a cartridge; it's a dedication to the profound impact music has on our lives, turning every listening session into a captivating journey. Installing a Concorde Music cartridge on a turntable is easy and straightforward, requiring no tools and making it hassle-free and convenient.

Key Features

• Nude Shibata diamond stylus for transparent and articulate sound quality
• Quad-coil generating system for exceptional channel balance and separation
• Silver-plated oxygen-free copper for high fidelity and clarity
• Easy, tool-free installation with bayonet/SME connector
• Upgradeable through the entire series up to the Concorde Music Black LVB 250

Award-Winning Design

Building upon a rich legacy that began with the original Concorde, the Concorde Music series has earned its place as one of the most famous cartridges in the world of audio. Its unique design, which allows easy mounting on a tonearm without screws or wires, earned the Danish Industrial Design Award and became an icon in the audio industry.

Precision in Every Groove

The Concorde Music Black features a Nude Shibata diamond polished to the highest standards, mounted on a premium aluminum cantilever. This ensures the best possible transmission of the vinyl record groove modulations picked up by the diamond.

Unique In-House Rubber Production

The exclusive Ortofon rubber compound used in the stylus suspension is developed and produced in-house, contributing to the overall performance of the phono cartridge.

Precise and Dynamic Sound Image

The quad-coil generating system with split pole pins ensures exceptional channel balance and separation, delivering precise and dynamic sound. With a 6 mV output, it offers lifelike sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity, capturing every detail.

Easy Mount and Upgrade Path

Installing the Concorde Music cartridge is easy and straightforward thanks to the bayonet/SME connector, making it compatible with all S-shaped tonearms. The Concorde Music Black can be upgraded with all Concorde Music styli, providing an upgrade path throughout the entire series up to the Concorde Music Black LVB 250. Upgrading the stylus is simple: just pull the stylus off and replace it with the new one. Remember to keep the stylus guard on when installing the new stylus to keep the needle safe.

Technical Specifications

Ortofon Concorde Cartridge Installation

1. Preparing the Cartridge: Before installation, ensure the stylus cover is securely in place. Handle the cartridge carefully as it is very fragile, and damage can often be costly.

2. Mounting the Cartridge: Attach the cartridge to the tonearm using the bayonet/SME connector. The Ortofon Concorde series is designed to fit an SME/Universal headshell, and thus has a set alignment. Ensure the cartridge is snugly fit into the tonearm and the ring tightened.

3. Setting Tracking Weight and Bias: Initially, set the tracking weight for balance. Add an extra 1.5-2.0g to ensure the cartridge sits correctly in the record groove. Set arm bias to zero. Check your cartridges technical specifications for recommended tracking weight.

4. Final Adjustments: Once aligned, tighten the mounting bolts without overdoing it. Adjust the tracking weight within the manufacturer’s recommended range using scales to fine-tune sound quality.

5. Tonearm Height Adjustment: If possible, adjust the tonearm height to be parallel with the record surface during playback, adjusting according to the specific cartridge design for optimal sound quality.

Moving Magnet Cartridges

Moving Magnet (MM) Cartridges are known for their high output and user-replaceable styluses, making them cost-effective and easier to maintain. They generally provide excellent value with dynamic sound quality and are suitable for a wide range of phono stages.

Both types have their merits, and the choice between a moving coil and a moving magnet cartridge often comes down to personal preference and the specifics of your audio setup.

Other Turntable Offerings from Audio Exchange

Explore our diverse selection of turntable accessories and cartridges to enhance your vinyl experience:

• Ortofon Concorde Music Red: Check out this entry-level model in the Concorde Music series, perfect for dynamic and warm sound.

• Ortofon Concorde Music Blue: Upgrade from the Red with a Nude Elliptical stylus for clear sound reproduction.

• Ortofon Concorde Music Bronze: Features a Nude Fine Line stylus for high-resolution sound, providing an upgrade from the Blue.

• Ortofon Concorde Music Black: the penultimate model in the series, offering exceptional sound quality and performance just below the top-of-the-line Concorde Music Black LVB 250.

• Audio-Technica Turntable Cartridges: Known for their excellent frequency response and reliable performance across a wide price range.

• Replacement Stylus and Pre-Mounted Headshells: We offer a variety of replacement styluses and pre-mounted headshells to suit your needs.

• Phono Preamps: Optimize your turntable's performance with our high-quality phono preamps, designed to match internal impedance and reduce surface noise.

• Record Players: From entry-level models to high-end units featuring acrylic platters, our record players are designed to deliver rich bass and clear audio fidelity.

• Speakers: We have a wide selection of speakers to choose from for optimal sound quality.

Each of these products is designed to meet the needs of both entry-level users and audiophile vinyl enthusiasts, ensuring a superior listening experience with minimal distortion.