ORTOFON DJ Stylus Electr A
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A Club-Oriented Benchmark in the Ortofon Range
Born from Ortofon's expertise, the Elektro was developed with demanding DJs to deliver energetic and reliable playback. It ranks among the brand's DJ references, prioritizing impact, groove holding, and durability for intensive sets. Its tonal balance and strong mechanical stability make it a safe choice for electronic music.
For Whom and For What Uses
The Ortofon Elektro is aimed at club DJs, both residents and mobile, who seek a cartridge ready to withstand hours of mixing. Its stability also makes it an ally for sound engineers and studios digitizing dance vinyl. Whether in fixed installations, music bars, or events, it ensures a high output level and consistent tracking.
Features and Innovations
With a high output voltage, the Elektro drives phono inputs with headroom and reduces background noise. Its spherical diamond optimizes groove holding during cue points and back-spins, while the recommended tracking force enhances stability on turntables subject to vibrations. Channel balance and separation ensure a clear stereo image, and the standard 47 kOhm load facilitates integration with most mixers and phono preamps. Compatible with Concorde and OM bodies from the Elektro series, it easily fits into existing setups.
Technical specifications
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 22 kHz, 20 Hz - 18 kHz | Destination | DJ |
| DJing type | Mix, Scratch | Diamond tip | spherical |
| Category | cell | Color | White |
| Type | cell | Quantity | 1 |
| Output voltage at 1000 Hz, 5 cm/sec | 7.5 mV | Tracking angle | 20 degrees |
| Channel balance at 1 kHz | 1.5 dB | Diamond type | spherical |
| Channel separation at 1 kHz | 25 dB | Tip radius | R 18 µm |
| Channel separation at 15 kHz | 15 dB | Internal impedance, DC resistance | 750 Ohm |
| Range at -3 dB | 20 to 22,000 Hz | Internal inductance | 450 mH |
| Tracking ability at 315 Hz (at recommended tracking force) | 80 µm | Recommended load resistance | 47 kOhm |
| Lateral dynamic compliance | 6 µm/mN | Recommended load capacitance | 200 to 600 pF |
| Tracking force range | 3.0 to 5.0 g (30 to 50 mN) | Cartridge weight | 18.5 g |
| Recommended tracking force | 4.0 g (40 mN) | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the Ortofon DJ Stylus Electr A cartridge suitable for scratching?
This cartridge is designed for mixing and scratching, featuring an R 18 µm radius spherical diamond. Its tracking ability reaches 80 µm at 315 Hz with the recommended tracking force.
Which Ortofon headshells are compatible with this cartridge?
The mounting is compatible with Concorde and OM headshells from the Elektro series. This compatibility facilitates replacement within an existing setup equipped with this series.
What tracking force should be set for the Elektro?
A tracking force of 4.0 g, i.e. 40 mN, is recommended. The allowed adjustment range extends from 3.0 to 5.0 g. This setting enhances playback stability on a turntable subject to vibrations.
What output level does the Ortofon DJ Stylus Electr A provide?
The output is 7.5 mV at 1 kHz for 5 cm/s, a level suitable for phono inputs.
What phono load should be used with this DJ cartridge?
Compatible phono headshells must have a load resistance of 47 kOhm. The recommended load capacitance ranges between 200 and 600 pF.
