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Experience unveiled and clear sound reproduction with the Ortofon Concorde Music Blue, featuring a Nude Elliptical stylus on an Aluminium cantilever. This model offers an upgrade from the Concorde Music Red and allows for seamless upgrades throughout the series up to the Concorde Music Black LVB 250 by simply replacing the stylus.
The Concorde Music series is developed by music lovers for music lovers, blending premium performance with an iconic design. The Concorde Music represents 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.
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.
The Concorde Music Blue features a Nude Elliptical 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.
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.
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.
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 Blue 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.
Specification | Details |
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Channel Balance at 1 kHz | 1.5 dB |
Output Voltage at 1 kHz, 5cm/sec | 6 mV |
Channel Separation at 1 kHz | 25 dB |
Channel Separation at 15 kHz | 15 dB |
Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz, +2 / -1 dB |
Tracking Ability at 315Hz at Recommended Tracking Force | 80 µm |
Compliance, Dynamic, Lateral | 15 µm/mN |
Stylus Type | Nude Elliptical diamond on Aluminium cantilever |
Stylus Tip Radius | r/R 8/18 µm |
Recommended Tracking Force | 1.8 g |
Tracking Angle | 20° |
Internal Impedance, DC Resistance | 1.27 kΩ |
Cartridge Color | Black/Blue |
Cartridge Weight | 18 g |
Recommended Load Resistance | 47 kΩ |
Internal Inductance | 815 mH |
Recommended Load Capacitance | 150-300 pF |
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 (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.
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.
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At Audio Exchange, your satisfaction is our priority. If you're not completely satisfied with your purchase, you can return most items within 30 days for a full refund. Returns must be in ‘like new’ condition. Initiate your return on our website and send items back to: 6007 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23220.
Exceptions: Open box headphones, cartridges, and stylus’ are subject to a 15% restocking fee. Opened in-ear headphones and turntables cartridges or stylus’ with a broken needle are non-returnable.
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