Ortofon OM Q.BERT ON SH4 – OM Q.Bert Premounted on SH4 Black Headshell
Overview:
The Ortofon OM Q.BERT ON SH4 Headshell Premounted combines a scratch-focused cartridge with the SH-4 Black headshell. This ready-mounted configuration simplifies installation on compatible S-shaped tonearms. Its spherical stylus delivers reliable groove contact during demanding vinyl techniques. Additionally, the 11 mV output provides a strong signal for suitable DJ phono equipment. The setup also supports consistent tracking during active scratch performance.
Key Features:
• Ready-Mounted SH-4 Black: The cartridge arrives attached to the SH-4 Black headshell, simplifying installation on compatible tonearms.
• Built for Scratching: Ortofon designed the OM Q.Bert for scratch performance, supporting demanding vinyl manipulation techniques.
• High-Output Performance: The 11 mV output produces a strong signal for compatible DJ phono equipment and mixing systems.
• Spherical Groove Contact: An 18 μm spherical stylus radius supports reliable contact during active scratching and vinyl handling.
• Strong Tracking Capability: The 90 μm tracking ability supports dependable groove following during demanding DJ techniques.
• Flexible Tonearm Mounting: The universal mount works with a wide range of S-shaped tonearms for convenient installation.
• Low Wear Characteristics: Its low wear characteristics support repeated DJ use while maintaining dependable groove tracking.
Specifications:
• Brand: Ortofon
• Product: OM Q.Bert Premounted
• Headshell: SH-4 Black
• Replacement Stylus: Stylus Q.Bert
• Channel Balance at 1 kHz: 1.5 dB
• Output Voltage at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec: 11 mV
• Channel Separation at 1 kHz: 22 dB
• Tracking Ability at 315 Hz: 90 μm
• Compliance, Dynamic, Lateral: 12 μm/mN
• Stylus Type: Spherical
• Stylus Tip Radius: R 18 μm
• Tracking Force Range: 2-4 g
• Recommended Tracking Force: 3g
• Tracking Angle: 20°
• Internal Impedance / DC Resistance: 1,680 Ohm
• Cartridge Weight: 5g
• Recommended Load Resistance: 47 kOhm
• Internal Inductance: 920 mH
• Recommended Load Capacitance: 200-400 pF
• Mounting: Universal mount
• Optimised For: Scratch performance
What's Included:
• Ortofon OM Q.bert cartridge
• Ortofon SH-4 Black headshell
• Premounted cartridge and headshell assembly
• Stylus Q.Bert
Who Is It For?
The Ortofon OM Q.BERT Premounted suits DJs focused on scratch performance and vinyl techniques. Its premounted design simplifies setup, while the high output and tracking capability support demanding DJ use.