Ortofon CC MKII ELITE - Concorde MKII Elite Moving Magnet Cartridge
Overview:
The Ortofon CC MKII ELITE Concorde MKII Elite Cartridge is a premium Moving Magnet cartridge for detailed vinyl listening. It combines a Nude Elliptical diamond with a rigid aluminium cantilever for precise groove tracing. Additionally, its high-output Coil System produces a powerful, full-bodied presentation. The Black/Gold body, advanced rubber suspension, and integrated Concorde design complete this high-quality listening-focused cartridge.
Key Features:
• Nude Elliptical Diamond: The Nude Elliptical diamond traces record grooves accurately, revealing detailed musical information during playback.
• Rigid Aluminium Cantilever: The aluminium cantilever provides a stable connection, supporting consistent stylus movement and accurate groove contact.
• High-Output Coil System: The specialised Coil System produces 8.5 mV output for a strong, detailed signal.
• Advanced Rubber Suspension: The newly developed suspension supports tracking while helping control excessive brightness for a richer presentation.
• Black/Gold Construction: The specially moulded body uses real gold plating, creating a distinctive premium Black/Gold appearance.
• 100 μm Tracking Ability: The cartridge reaches 100 μm tracking ability at 315 Hz for accurate vinyl reproduction.
• Concorde Bayonet/SME Mount: The integrated bayonet/SME design provides compatibility with suitable tonearms while retaining the familiar Concorde format.
Specifications:
• Product: Ortofon Concorde MKII ELITE
• Cartridge Type: Moving Magnet
• Cartridge Colour: Black/Gold
• Stylus Type: Nude Elliptical diamond
• Stylus Tip Radius: r/R 8/18 μm
• Cantilever Material: Aluminium
• Output Voltage at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec: 8.5 mV
• Channel Separation at 1 kHz: 25 dB
• Channel Balance at 1 kHz: 1 dB
• Tracking Ability at 315 Hz: 100 μm
• Dynamic Lateral Compliance: 13 μm/mN
• Tracking Force Range: 2.0-4.0 g
• Recommended Tracking Force: 3.0 g
• Tracking Angle: 20°
• Internal Impedance / DC Resistance: 1.2 kOhm
• Internal Inductance: 800 mH
• Recommended Load Impedance: 150-400 pF
• Recommended Load Resistance: 47 kOhm
• Cartridge Weight: 18.5 g
• Mounting Type: Bayonet/SME
What's Included:
• Concorde MKII Elite
• Preinstalled Stylus
Refined Vinyl Listening:
The Ortofon CC MKII ELITE suits listeners seeking detailed, high-quality vinyl playback from a premium Concorde cartridge. Its Nude Elliptical stylus, strong output, and precise tracking characteristics support focused listening. Furthermore, the Black/Gold construction gives the cartridge a distinctive appearance while maintaining the established Concorde design.