Ortofon Protection Caps for Concorde and OM (Pair)

The Ortofon Protection Caps are a pair of stylus protection caps for cartridges and styli of the Ortofon Concorde and the Ortofon OM series.

A cap costs nothing compared with a new stylus – and it prevents exactly that moment when the tonearm slips after all.

Why the Protection Caps?

According to Ortofon, the stylus guard limits damage if the cartridge slides across a record or falls onto it. During storage and transport the cap also protects the delicate stylus from touching and knocks.

What you get

A pair of caps for the Ortofon Concorde and the Ortofon OM series, for cartridges and replacement styli. Ortofon names the Concorde MkI and the OM series. They come as a pair so that the second cartridge or the spare stylus is protected straight away.

Who is the Protection Caps for?

For owners of Ortofon OM cartridges and Ortofon Concorde cartridges, especially anyone who often swaps, stores or transports their cartridges. Straight talk: The caps are not one-size-fits-all: they are cut for the Ortofon Concorde and the Ortofon OM series. Concorde MkII has its own Stylus Cover. And they do not replace careful handling of the tonearm.

Our verdict

Ten francs for a pair of caps and the certainty that the stylus survives the next swap. Unobtrusive, cheap, sensible.

Technical data

• Type: stylus protection caps (stylus guard)
• Fits: Ortofon Concorde (according to the manufacturer Concorde MkI) and Ortofon OM series, cartridges and styli
• Sold as: pair (2 caps)
• Included: 1 pair of stylus protection caps

Frequently asked questions

Which cartridges are the Ortofon Protection Caps meant for?

For cartridges and replacement styli of the Ortofon OM series and the Ortofon Concorde – Ortofon names the Concorde MkI and the OM series. Concorde MkII has its own Stylus Cover. Send us your model and we will tell you which cap fits.

How many caps are in the set?

One pair, i.e. two caps, at CHF 10 per pair. With it you can protect two cartridges at once or store a spare stylus covered.

Does the cap also protect during playback?

The cap is removed for playback; it protects the stylus during storage and transport and – according to Ortofon – if the cartridge accidentally slides across a record or falls. That is what it is for, not as a permanent accessory on a running cartridge.

Why buy the Ortofon Protection Caps from HD Zürisee?

Because we know which cap belongs on which cartridge and do not clarify that only after the order. Original Ortofon, advice from Andy and technician Mauri in Wädenswil – also on styli, spare parts and mounting.

Goes well with

Matching cartridges from Ortofon and more turntable accessories for the Ortofon OM series and Ortofon Concorde.