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Ortofon Concorde MK1 Styli
Physically, each series of DJ styli for Concorde MkI except for S-120, and Concorde MkII will fit on alternate cartridge bodies. However, these combinations are not supported by Ortofon, as each cartridge series is designed with a synergistic combination in mind - that is, each stylus is made to compliment the magnet and coil configuration of each cartridge body. For instance, using CLUB stylus with SCRATCH body will not provide the full benefit of either product, and might even provide undesired results, including (but not limited to) differences in output, unbalanced sound reproduction.
How to replace a stylus
Firstly lock the turntable tone arm, unscrew the cartridge, gently remove the stylus from the cartridge and insert a new stylus. A stylus is changed usually by pulling straight out and in the opposite direction of the turntable's arm. If the stylus doesn't come with directions, try these: with one hand, hold the cartridge to steady it. With the other hand, using a pair of tweezers, grasp the stylus from both sides and pull. Install the new stylus: holding the stylus from the top, press it gently into the space at the tip of the cartridge where the old stylus had been. Don't force it.
Proper care comprises the following:
Cleaning of record by means of carbon fibre brush before and after every use. Cleaning of record by using record cleaning machine once in a while.
Cleaning of stylus by means of a fine antistatic brush. Please remember to remove dust from the diamond tip before and after playback of each record. Use the brush in the forward direction from the rear of the cartridge towards the stylus tip and never from stylus tip to the rear of the cartridge and never from side to side.
Proper adjustment of antiskating, azimuth and tracking force.
Spherical vs Ellpitical
The physical difference between a spherical and elliptical stylus is the shape of the diamond.
An elliptical diamond allows for more detailed sound quality, as it fits better within the groove and therefore has more contact area with the groove itself. Elliptical diamonds penetrate the groove walls further, extracting more intricate detail, especially in the high end, than is possible with a spherical diamond. It is commonly misrepresented that elliptical styli cause more wear than spherical styli.
In fact, spherical styli, since they have a smaller contact area and more pressure, cause more immediate wear than elliptical styli, but in a smaller area of the groove itself. Elliptical styli, since they have more weight distribution amongst a larger contact area, will wear the groove slower, but will wear more of the groove over repeated backcueing.
Rlfdinky
Reviewed in France on March 27, 2025
Un très bon produit qui a un très bon rapport qualité prix. Le son est plus que correct et il a une durée de vie proche de 1 an (j'écoute beaucoup sur ma platine). Par ailleurs, très facile de changer la tête (versus d'autre produit parfois plus contraignant).
Giop
Reviewed in Italy on February 27, 2025
Passt ganz genau
Ather Zubair
Reviewed in the United Arab Emirates on January 2, 2025
If you want to buy 1 euro chapstick and are willing to pay 100 euros, order this stylus and you will receive that.
Michael James Saunders
Reviewed in Canada on June 16, 2024
The Ortofon Pro needle is worth the money for the upgrade.
Francisco Ramírez Rosich
Reviewed in Spain on February 25, 2024
Yo la uso como solución económica para mi capsula Ortofon Gold y estoy muy contento con el sonido obtenido.
Jim
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2023
I needed a stylus replacement and this works and sounds great
THOMAS YOUNG
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2022
TO EXPENSIVE
J. Soto
Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2022
Recently started buying records does the job
illson
Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2021
The replacement stylus I ordered was delivered promptly and quickly. The packaging was very reassuring. The product delivered was correct, it was still in its factory box, which was in another sealed plastic container. The factory box had a seal which I had to cut through in order to open it. Inside was a small cylindrical display case with the ortofon needle suspended in the center and away from sides. Peering inside it I saw that the needle had the correct identifying marks, AND its very own, very tiny protective stylus cover. Finally, there was a tiny Ortofon manual in the bottom of the factory box. In short, Turntable Lab was prompt, the product sent was correct, its condition was pristine, and their price was absolutely competitive. Accept no substitutes - if you need authentic ortofon needles, Turntable Labs.
djCHOZiN1
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2021
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vdub luv
Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2020
Replaced 2 of my old stylus. Works and sounds awesome. Great product!
DjPijama
Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2015
I have been using these needles for about 4 years and they are very good! I am not a profesional DJ but the sound is good to me and I have compared with others. However, if you want to do scratching this is not the best option
Baboomaroonie
Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2015
I have been using Ortofon OM PRO cartridge for nearly 30 years, replacement stylus makes the cartridge basically new. Reliable, clear sod, my standard for playing used vinyl and making mp3s from my record collection.
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