The Concorde Music series

Developed by music lovers, for music lovers, the Concorde Music HiFi cartridges blend premium performance with an iconic design. Concorde Music, not just a cartridge, but 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, no tools required making it hassle free and convenient.

Iconic design

Building upon a rich legacy which began when we launched the original Concorde, the Concorde Music holds a storied history as one of the most famous cartridges in the world of audio.

Originally developed as a solution to the challenge of easy mounting on a tonearm without screws or wires, the Concorde's unique design earned the Danish Industrial Design Award and became an icon in
the audio industry.

Stylus

The Concorde Music Black, featuring a Nude Shibata stylus on an aluminum cantilever, offers an upgrade from the Concorde Music Bronze. The shape of the Shibata distinguishes itself by having a narrow and long contact surface.

The Shibata is very close to the original cutting stylus, which ensures the most accurate reproduction, low distortion, and extended frequency range.

Rubber suspension

A crucially important and vital part of a phono cartridge overall performance is the stylus rubber suspension.

Exclusive Ortofon rubber compounds are used for the stylus suspensions in the Concorde Music Blue, carefully produced at the inhouse rubber production, and developed by the research and engineering team at Ortofon for brilliant performance.

Specifications

• Channel Balance at 1 kHz:
  1 dB
  Indicates a minimal difference in output between the left and right channels at 1 kHz, reflecting excellent balance for accurate stereo sound.

• Output Voltage at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec:
  6 mV
  The voltage output produced by the cartridge under standard conditions, providing a strong signal suitable for most phono preamps.

• Channel Separation at 1 kHz:
  26 dB
  Represents the separation between the left and right audio channels at 1 kHz, ensuring clear and distinct stereo imaging.

• Channel Separation at 15 kHz:
  18 dB
  Indicates the stereo separation at higher frequencies, enhancing the clarity and detail of high-frequency sounds.

• Frequency Response (20 Hz - 20 kHz):
  +2 / 0 dB
  Describes the cartridge's frequency response across the audible spectrum with minimal deviation, ensuring accurate sound reproduction.

• Tracking Ability at 315 Hz at Recommended Tracking Force:
  80 µm
  Reflects the cartridge's ability to follow the record grooves accurately at 315 Hz with the recommended tracking force, indicative of excellent tracking performance.

• Compliance, Dynamic, Lateral:
  15 µm/mN
  Measures the flexibility of the stylus assembly in response to lateral forces, which is important for precise groove tracking.

• Stylus Type:
  Shibata Diamond on Aluminium Cantilever
  The Shibata diamond stylus is known for its ability to extract fine details from the grooves, especially at higher frequencies. The aluminium cantilever provides a balance of rigidity and lightness.

• Stylus Tip Radius:
  r/R 6/50 µm
  Describes the shape and size of the stylus tip, affecting how it contacts the record grooves. The Shibata shape is designed for improved high-frequency tracking and reduced wear on records.

• Tracking Force, Recommended:
  1.8 g
  The optimal force applied by the tonearm on the stylus, ensuring accurate tracking without damaging the record or compromising sound quality.

• Tracking Angle:
  20°
  This angle helps ensure that the stylus aligns correctly with the groove, reducing distortion and preserving sound fidelity.

• Internal Impedance, DC Resistance:
  1.27 kΩ
  This electrical resistance affects how the cartridge interacts with the phono stage, influencing the overall tonal characteristics.

• Cartridge Colour:
  Black/Black
  The cartridge's color scheme, which can be used for model identification.

• Cartridge Weight:
  18 g
  The mass of the cartridge, crucial for setting the correct tracking force and ensuring proper balance of the tonearm.

• Recommended Load Resistance:
  47 kΩ
  The ideal resistance for the phono preamp to achieve the best performance and sound quality from the cartridge.

• Internal Inductance:
  815 mH
  This affects the interaction with the phono stage, particularly the cartridge's frequency response and tonal balance.

• Recommended Load Capacitance:
  150-300 pF
  The ideal capacitance range for the phono stage, ensuring optimal frequency response and sound clarity.