ORTOFON DJ STYLUS-dj-s A
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Fine spherical stylus designed for versatile DJ use: good tracking, precise and forgiving sound.
- Designed for the Ortofon DJ series, renowned as an "all-round cartridge" for many musical styles.
- Well-balanced assembly thanks to a specially developed headshell that enhances rigidity and stability.
- Ideal replacement solution to restore the original performance of your vinyl setup.
Manufacturer Information
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A classic from the Ortofon DJ range, focused on reliability and versatility
Part of Ortofon's DJ series, the CONCORDE DJ S has established itself as a reliable choice for DJs seeking stable playback and faithful sound reproduction. Its robust design and overall balance make it a favored standard for seamless sets with a sense of control, while maintaining musicality suited to a wide range of styles.
For which DJs and situations?
This replacement stylus is aimed at DJs playing vinyl turntables in clubs, home studios, or mobile gigs, who want to maintain effective tracking and precise sound reproduction. It suits both beginner DJs looking for a forgiving stylus tip and experienced users who prioritize a versatile cartridge for daily mixing.
Features and innovations
The CONCORDE DJ S relies on a spherical stylus and a design focused on mechanical stability. With a output voltage of 6 mV, it provides a comfortable level to feed a DJ mixer while maintaining good channel separation. Recommended tracking force and load values allow optimizing tracking, groove holding, and tonal balance according to your tonearm and settings.
Technical specifications
| Frequency response - start | 20 Hz | Destination | DJ |
| Frequency response - end | 18 kHz | Diamond tip | spherical |
| DJing type | Mix | Color | Blue |
| Category | diamond | Quantity | 1 |
| Type | diamond | ||
| Output voltage at 1000 Hz, 5 cm/sec | 6 mV | Recommended tracking force | 3.0 g (30 mN) |
| Channel balance at 1 kHz | 2 dB | Tracking angle | 20 degrees |
| Channel separation at 1 kHz | 23 dB | Stylus type | spherical |
| Channel separation at 15 kHz | 15 dB | Stylus tip radius | R 18 µm |
| Frequency range at -3 dB | 20 to 20,000 Hz | Internal impedance, DC resistance | 750 Ohm |
| Frequency response | 20 to 18,000 Hz at +3 dB / -2 dB | Internal inductance | 450 mH |
| Tracking ability at 315 Hz with recommended tracking force | 80 µm | Recommended load resistance | 47 kOhm |
| Compliance, lateral dynamic | 9 µm / mN | Recommended load capacitance | 200-600 pF |
| Tracking force range | 2.0-4.0 g (20-40 mN) | Cartridge weight | 18.5 g |
Customer reviews
What customers say
Summarized and selected by AI from recent customer reviews
A DJ stylus praised as a reference for 30 years. Customers said it offers "good sound quality" and is "solid," easy to use, and reliable for various music genres including techno and rap. Reviewers appreciate the reasonable pricing and durability. All reviews are 5-star ratings, with customers consistently describing it as "very good material."
Review highlights
- “Been a reference for 30 years - there's a reason!”
- “Easy to use, solid, and good sound quality. Great for techno, tribe, rap.”
- “Very, very good material”
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I have had these cells since I started mixing. Fair price, ease of use, solid and good sound. (Techno, tribe, rap...)
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It has been one of the references for 30 years; it's not for nothing!
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Very very good material, more coustals than Pro S!
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It doesn't move as usual
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Questions frequently asked
Is the ORTOFON DJ STYLUS-dj-s A cartridge suitable for mixing?
This cartridge is designed for DJ mixing and features a spherical stylus tip intended to promote playback stability.
What tracking force should be set for this Ortofon DJ S cartridge?
The recommended tracking force is 3.0 g (30 mN). The acceptable adjustment range is from 2.0 to 4.0 g (20 to 40 mN).
What is the output voltage of the cartridge?
With 6 mV at 1 kHz for 5 cm/s, the output voltage provides a level suitable for the phono input of a DJ mixer.
What frequency response does this spherical stylus offer?
The specified frequency response covers 20 Hz to 18 kHz. The frequency range at -3 dB is given as 20 Hz to 20 kHz.
Is this cartridge suitable for mobile DJ gigs and club use?
Its design is intended for DJ use on turntables, particularly in clubs, home studios, or mobile performances. The tracking ability specified is 80 µm at 315 Hz with the recommended tracking force. Channel separation reaches 23 dB at 1 kHz.



