The Ortofon Concorde STD is a popular cartridge designed primarily for DJs and music enthusiasts who value performance and durability. This cartridge features a lightweight and durable design, making it a suitable option for various turntable setups, especially in live performance environments. The STD model offers a spherical stylus, which provides a balance of good tracking ability and overall fidelity. The cartridge body has a streamlined shape that makes it easy to mount and align on most standard headshells. It is praised for producing clear sound quality with a solid bass response and a smooth high end, making it versatile for different music genres. The cartridge’s design facilitates quick replacement of its stylus, ensuring minimal downtime when changing out worn components. Some specifications include an output voltage of 5 mV, a frequency response ranging from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, and an optimal tracking force of about 3 grams, allowing for a good performance in terms of both clarity and durability during playback.
