ORTOFON DJ VNL - 3 STYLUS

Name: VNL - 3 STYLUS
Brand: ORTOFON DJ
SKU: 340504
Price: 129.00 EUR
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The essentials to know about the Ortofon VNL cartridge
• DJ cartridge designed for scratching and back-cueing, with a spherical stylus to limit vinyl wear
• Robust and performance-oriented design, true to Ortofon's DNA
• Body engineered for easy mounting and alignment on many headshells, with excellent groove tracking
• Delivered without headshell and with 2 replacement diamonds (3 diamonds in total)

VNL - 3 STYLUS

129,00 €VAT incl.

0,00 € Ecotax included

Reference price

A cartridge developed for the demands of performing DJs

Based on field feedback and Ortofon's expertise in design and technology, the VNL was created to meet the needs of modern DJs who push performance boundaries. It follows an approach focused on reliability, playback feel, and endurance under intensive conditions.

For whom and for what uses?

The Ortofon VNL cartridge targets performance-oriented DJs, from enthusiasts to seasoned professionals, seeking stable playback for turntablism, scratching, and quick transitions. It is also well suited for mobile setups and vinyl turntables used in rehearsal, studio, or event settings.

Features and innovations

The spherical stylus contributes to forgiving playback and reduced wear during demanding manipulations. The body is designed to facilitate mounting and alignment on various headshells while maintaining reliable tracking even under aggressive techniques. Ortofon also offers several playback feels through different styli to help each DJ find the sensation that suits their style.

Technical specifications

DJing type	Scratch
Category	cell
Type	diamond
Destination	DJ

Diamond tip	spherical
Color	Black
Quantity	1

Output voltage at 1,000 Hz, 5 cm/sec	6 mV
Channel separation at 1 kHz	20 dB
Frequency response	20 Hz - 20 kHz -2/+4 dB

Tracking ability at 315 Hz, with recommended tracking force	100 µm
Lateral dynamic compliance	16 µm/mN
Stylus type	Spherical R 18 µm
Tracking force	3 - 5 g
Recommended tracking force	4 g

Internal impedance, DC resistance	700 Ohm
Internal inductance	450 mH
Recommended load resistance	47 kOhm
Recommended load capacitance	200 - 600 pF

Cartridge weight with stylus

6.5 g

Questions frequently asked

Is the Ortofon DJ VNL cartridge suitable for scratching?

Designed for turntablism and scratching, it offers a tracking ability of 100 µm at 315 Hz with the recommended tracking force.

What tracking force should be used with the VNL stylus?

The tracking force range is between 3 and 5 g. The recommended setting is 4 g for the Spherical R 18 µm stylus.

What type of stylus tip does this cartridge have?

The 18 µm Spherical R tip provides tolerant playback during demanding manipulations. This geometry is suited for performance techniques and also helps reduce wear related to intensive use.