Ortofon Concorde MKII DJ Single (DJ System)

The Ortofon Concorde MKII DJ is a DJ cartridge in Concorde format, built with a stiffer cantilever and spherical stylus for precise tracking with minimal record wear.

Ortofon calls it the Swiss Army knife of the range – it does everything properly and nothing half-heartedly. Where the Mix is the entry point, the DJ steps things up a notch in precision and tracking stability.

Why the Concorde MKII DJ?

The stiffer-tuned cantilever delivers more precise tracking than the Mix – at the same 6 mV output and spherical stylus. The result: secure tracking across every music style and especially low record wear, which your original pressings will thank you for over the years. Add to that the wider, more stable MKII housing and the removable finger lift.

What you get

Accurate, balanced playback and forgiving groove handling in a system that takes club and on-the-go use in its stride. The DJ comes as a single, with the stylus pre-mounted; for two decks there's the Twin set in a flight case.

Who is the Concorde MKII DJ suited for?

For club and mobile DJs who play across every style and want a reliable, record-friendly all-rounder. Straight talk: for uncompromising turntablism you want the Scratch, for maximum sonic refinement the Club or Elite. The DJ is the golden middle ground – more precision than the Mix, more robustness than the elliptical models.

Our verdict

The all-rounder of the MKII range for anyone who wants more precision than the Mix without committing to Scratch or Hi-Fi territory. Record-friendly, robust, versatile – the reliable workhorse for your DJ setup.

Technical Data

• Type: moving magnet cartridge (MM), Concorde design with integrated headshell
• Stylus shape: spherical
• Cantilever: aluminium (stiffer tuning)
• Output voltage: 6 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/s)
• Recommended tracking force: 3 g (range 2–4 g)
• Frequency response: 20–20,000 Hz
• Recommended load resistance: 47 kOhm
• Mounting: SME/bayonet tonearm, plug-and-play
• Weight: 18.5 g (without screws)
• What's included: 1 Concorde system with pre-mounted stylus

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between the Concorde MKII DJ and Mix?

Both have a spherical stylus and 6 mV output. The DJ has a stiffer-tuned cantilever and therefore tracks more precisely, with very low record wear. The Mix is the slightly more affordable entry-level all-rounder. Sonically they're close, with the DJ playing a touch more controlled.

Is the Concorde MKII DJ suitable for scratching?

For occasional scratching and back-cueing, yes – that's what it's built for. For intensive, hard turntablism, the Concorde MKII Scratch is the better choice: higher output voltage and tuned for maximum groove grip. The DJ scores more on balance across all styles.

Why buy the Concorde MKII DJ from HD Zürisee?

Because we've known since 1997 which systems really hold up in everyday use – and we'll tell you honestly whether Mix, DJ or Scratch is right for you. In Wädenswil we'll advise you on the right tonearm match, and technician Mauri handles mounting and fine adjustment if you'd like.

Goes well with

Goes well with: a turntable, a phono preamp, and more cartridges.