ORTOFON DJ Om Q-bert On Headshell Black
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An Edition Developed with DJ Q.Bert for a Performance-Oriented Approach
Born from a collaboration with DJ Q.Bert, this OM series Q.Bert cartridge follows a clear logic: to offer a solution focused on scratching and performance, with a generous output level and audio quality that remains clear even in noisy environments. The OM format and headshell mounting make it a practical choice for DJs seeking a quick, reliable installation consistent with intensive use.
Who This Cartridge Is For: Turntablists, Scratch DJs, and Demanding Vinyl Setups
This cartridge is especially recommended for DJs focused on scratching, battles, and technical routines, as well as vinyl users looking for secure playback during fast manipulations. Thanks to its high output level, it integrates very well into a DJ setup (club mixer, DVS interface, phono preamp) by providing level and presence while minimizing the need to push gain. It is also suitable for mobile DJs and installations where playback reliability is a priority.
Features and Innovations
The OM Q.Bert cartridge mounted on headshell is designed to get straight to the point: a ready-to-use configuration, a distinctive white visual signature, and performance adapted for scratching. Its spherical stylus promotes tolerant contact with the groove, useful when mechanical stresses increase (back-cueing, cuts, fast transitions). Channel separation and symmetry values contribute to a clean stereo image, while the frequency response and low intermodulation distortion (at the recommended tracking force) ensure a clear and usable sound in DJ contexts. For maintenance, replacement is simplified thanks to a dedicated Q-Bert replacement stylus.
Technical specifications
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 18 kHz | Destination | DJ |
| DJing type | Mix, Scratch | Diamond tip | spherical |
| Category | cell | Color | White |
| Type | cell | Quantity | 1 |
| Use | ideal for scratching | Recommended load resistance | 47 kOhm |
| Output level | 1000 Hz 5 cm/sec.: 11 mV | Recommended load capacitance | 200-400 pF |
| Channel balance | 1 kHz 1.5 dB | Possible tracking force | 2-4 g |
| Channel separation | 1 kHz 22 dB | Recommended tracking force | 3 g |
| Intermodulation distortion at recommended tracking force, DIN 45.542 | < 1% | Stylus angle | 20 degrees |
| Tracking ability | 315 Hz at recommended tracking force: 90 µm | Stylus type | spherical |
| Lateral dynamic compliance | 12 µm/mN | Replacement stylus | Q-Bert |
| Effective stylus tip mass | 0.6 mg | Weight | 18.5 g |
Questions frequently asked
Is the ORTOFON DJ Om Q-bert On Headshell Black cartridge suitable for scratching?
Designed with DJ Q.Bert, this cartridge targets scratching, battles, and technical routines. Its spherical stylus enables forgiving playback during back-cueing and quick cuts. The tracking ability reaches 90 µm at 315 Hz with the recommended tracking force.
What is the output level of this Q.Bert cartridge?
The output level is 11 mV at 1,000 Hz for 5 cm/s. This value allows integration into a DJ setup with a mixer, DVS interface, or phono preamp.
Is the cartridge delivered mounted on a headshell?
Mounting on a headshell is included to provide a ready-to-install configuration.
What tracking force should be used with the OM Q.Bert cartridge?
The recommended tracking force is 3 g, with a usable range of 2 to 4 g. Setting at 3 g corresponds to the stated intermodulation distortion measurements below 1%. The stylus angle is 20°.
Which replacement stylus should be chosen?
The compatible replacement stylus is referenced Q-Bert. The tip is spherical type and the specified frequency response ranges from 20 Hz to 18 kHz.
